On Co-existence and Collaboration: Arts and Economy in Ontario

It is no secret that the cultural industries sector greatly contributes to the vibrancy and economy of our communities. In Ontario the direct contribution of culture industries to GDP was $27.7 billion in Ontario in 2014, which represents 4.1% of provincial GDP; a figure which is ten times larger than the sports estimate. Evidence demonstrates that… Continue reading On Co-existence and Collaboration: Arts and Economy in Ontario

Towards an Ecological Understanding of the Arts

The term “arts ecology” has been explored in recent years as way to understand the changing arts environment in a post-social reality. Artists and arts organizations face many challenges around financial sustainability, resource scarcity, and shifting audience preferences. Recently, scholars in performance studies, anthropology, economic development, and other social sciences, as well as government and… Continue reading Towards an Ecological Understanding of the Arts