SCALE is proud to announce the launch of a bold, 18-month initiative that positions c\a\n\a\d\a’s arts and culture sector as an active contributor to climate solutions. Supported by the Canada Council for the Arts and delivered in collaboration with national partners CARFAC, IMAA, ARCA, and PACT, the initiative will build the tools, knowledge, and partnerships needed to embed climate action across the sector.
“Mapping the path to net zero for c\a\n\a\d\a’s Arts and Culture Sector” – what we found out – and what we need to do now!
Below is a breakdown of the high-level findings, insights gathered from cross-country conversations, and key recommendations for driving change in the arts sector’s approach to climate resilience.
SUMMER JOB 2024
We are hiring a Community Engagement Assistant at SCALE-LeSAUT
Are you passionate about leveraging the power of art and culture to drive meaningful change in response to the climate emergency? Do you thrive in collaborative environments where creativity and activism intersect? If so, we have an exciting summer job for you!
Meet Liz Barron, SCALE’s new Board Chair
Liz Barron has been self-employed for the last 20 years. She is one of the original founders of Urban Shaman Gallery, an artist run centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba for contemporary Indigenous art. Founded in 1996, Urban Shaman continues to showcase Indigenous artists in...
Our new interactive networking tool is now live!
We're thrilled to announce that SCALE's Matchmaker tool is now live and ready for user testing! In our ongoing commitment to fostering connection, community, and collaboration, this new tool is designed to bring together artists, cultural practitioners, and...
Tar Sands Songbook touring along Trans Mountain Pipeline
Created by musician, author and activist Tanya Kalmanovitch, TAR SANDS SONGBOOK will be touring through Alberta and British Columbia from November 20th through the 29th. TAR SANDS SONGBOOK is an 80-minute solo performance that combines field recordings, storytelling,...
Burning Man’s climate reckoning has begun
The Burning Man Project, the organization that runs the festival, has set a goal of becoming “carbon negative” — removing more emissions from the environment than the festival produces — by 2030.
Day of Truth and Reconciliation
Tomorrow is c\a\n\a\d\a’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation – a day to pause in remembrance of the children lost and survivors of the residential school system, and recognition of the deep and lasting trauma inflicted on Indigenous families and communities.
You can now watch our Climate Justice Webinar on Vimeo!
We were honoured to host Julius Lindsay and Syrus Marcus Ware for the launch of our Art & Climate Conversations with a fascinating and timely discussion on the topic of climate justice. Among many things, Julius and Syrus talked about...
Books to help you stay inspired to fight climate change
Yale Climate Connections has put together this assembly of bookshelf titles that offer grit, gumption, and inspiration. The 12 titles have been sorted into six pairs that address this challenging moment at different levels and from different angles. Whatever their...