A study of the attitudes and behaviours of Canadian cultural consumers. The survey was fielded from December 2017 to January 2018, with a total of 6,444 respondents answering questions on their participation in a diverse array of cultural activities, and their motivations and barriers for participation.
Read MoreStrengthening Youth and Communities through Art→
/Identifies the importance of art in the lives of youth, not only for self‑expression, but also as a methodology for useful learning and engagement with the world around them. Reveals the need for low barrier art engagement opportunities for youth and young adult populations.
Read MoreVital Signs: Arts & Belonging →
/An exploration of the benefits of the arts (multi-disciplinary) as a catalyst for belonging for audiences, artists and communities.
Read MoreEveryday Creativity - 64 Million Artists→
/Commissioned by Arts Council England and written by 64 Million Artists, this report looks at the role of Everyday Creativity in the cultural ecology. The work was delivered following the publication of the Warwick Commission Report into Cultural Value.
Read MoreCreating Connection: Research Findings and Proposed Message Framework to Build Public Will for Arts and Culture→
/National research project by Arts Midwest and Metropolitan Group to understand public values, behaviours, and attitudes as they relate to arts and culture.
Read MoreCreative City Network Cultural Planning Toolkit→
/A guide for the process of cultural planning in a community. It includes an adaptable model and practical checklists for navigating and charting progress. Background material and additional details are provided on a companion website.
Read MoreBritish Columbia: Home to Many of Canada’s Most Artistic Small and Rural Municipalities→
/Statistical analysis of artists residing in small and rural municipalities in BC. Data derived from national study.
Read MoreCulture for Competitiveness: How Vibrant Culture Attracts Top Talent→
/This report examines perceptions of the arts and community attractiveness based on surveys in Ontario. 2016.
Read MoreVital Signs: Arts & Belonging→
/Summarizing existing research studies and incorporating new analyses of existing statistical sources, the core argument of this report is that arts “participation builds belonging”
Read MoreVolunteers and Donors in Arts and Culture Organizations in Canada in 2013→
/Highlights the volunteer time and financial donations given to Canadian arts and culture organizations.
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