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07-03-2025
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Minister Duguid announces federal investments to grow the performing arts sector in Alberta
PrairiesCan funding of more than $8.3 million will support the sustainability and vibrancy of performing arts organizations in Edmonton and Calgary EDMONTON, AB, March 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Performing arts organizations across the Prairies collectively possess the economic and cultural power to enrich communities, draw visitors and tourists, generate jobs, and drive economic activity. The Government of Canada is investing in the continued sustainability and vibrancy of the performing arts in Prairie communities. Today, the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced a federal investment of over $8.3 million to enable 13 performing arts organizations in Alberta to grow, diversify their revenues, and engage audiences in new and exciting ways. From the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton to the Calgary Philharmonic Society, today's investments will enable some of Alberta's leading performing arts organizations to implement new audience development and engagement strategies, enhance their reach and visitor experience, and increase awareness of their brand. In total, today's investments are expected to support over 75 jobs and will strengthen the long-term economic resiliency of arts organizations by helping them to innovate and enhance their offerings. This announcement reflects the principles of the Government of Canada's Framework to Build a Green Prairie Economy, a long-term commitment to work collaboratively with partners across the Prairies on their priorities to seize new possibilities for good-paying jobs in a globally competitive economy. Quotes "The performing arts are at the heart of Alberta's cultural landscape. More than just a source of entertainment, they bring people together, spark creativity, and drive economic growth while creating good jobs along the way. Our government is proud to invest in Alberta's performing arts organizations, helping them grow, innovate, and inspire audiences."–The Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister for PrairiesCan "Performing arts organizations across the country drive the local economy. I'm happy to see this kind of funding reaching our region, ensuring arts organizations here receive the same support as those across the country. This announcement recognizes the economic impact of arts organizations in our communities—and that's good business for everyone."–The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre Quick facts The Prairie Performing Arts Initiative (PPAI) is part of Canada's Budget 2024 commitment to create vibrant and inclusive communities. PPAI provides $20 million in one-time support over three years (2024/25 to 2026/27). This initiative provides non-repayable contributions directly to eligible professional performing arts organizations to support projects that contribute to the financial sustainability and growth of the performing arts sector across the Prairies. Budget 2024 also provided $31 million over two years to the Canadian Arts Presentation Fund delivered by Canadian Heritage to support organizations that present arts. Backgrounder PrairiesCan is investing $8,356,420 in non-repayable funding for 13 projects in Alberta through the Prairie Performing Arts Initiative (PPAI). Through PPAI, PrairiesCan investments support local performing arts organizations as they re-engage and attract audiences and diversify their revenue. Funding will support the long-term economic resiliency of arts organizations by helping them innovate their current practices and enhance their offerings. Edmonton Ballet Edmonton Society ($587,831)Create a digital portfolio to enhance visual storytelling and attract new audiences. The Citadel Theatre ($750,000)Implement a multifaceted business strategy to grow audience base, diversify revenue streams, and enhance theatre experiences. Edmonton Opera Association ($682,550)Improve sustainability and audience growth using innovative digital tools and branding strategies. Edmonton Symphony Society ($750,000)Diversify revenue streams, engage new audiences, and enhance business operations through digital content, research, and development. Theatre Network Society ($170,000)Build a comprehensive rental space and program to diversify revenue. Calgary Alberta Ballet Company ($750,000)Implement a marketing strategy to increase visibility and audience engagement within Alberta's vibrant ballet scene. The Alberta Theatre Projects Society ($750,000)Create and implement fundraising and marketing strategies to re-engage patrons and attract new audiences. Calgary Opera Association ($750,000)Implement marketing and audience development strategies to increase revenue and diversify audiences. Calgary Philharmonic Society ($750,000)Implement a new audience development strategy to increase revenue and audience growth to enhance the orchestra's reach. Decidedly Jazz Society ($484,853)Develop and implement a digital marketing strategy to attract new audiences and improve operations. One Yellow Rabbit Theatre Association ($539,000)Develop a fund development and marketing plan to increase revenue and audience base. Theatre Calgary ($750,000)Enhance business development practices, execute marketing campaigns, and implement engagement tools to grow audience base. Vertigo Theatre Society ($642,186)Establish a fund development department in support of its revenue diversification efforts. Associated links Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) Prairies Performing Arts Initiative (PPAI) Stay connectedFollow PrairiesCan on X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedInToll-Free Number: 1-888-338-9378 TTY (telecommunications device for the hearing impaired): 1-877-303-3388 SOURCE Prairies Economic Development Canada View original content to download multimedia:
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27-02-2025
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Sociall Launches on Kickstarter to Revolutionize Social Media
Kickstarter Begins February 25, 2025 ST. LOUIS, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Groundbreaking new startup, Sociall, promises to take on big social media by limiting their ability to collect user data and blocking ads for billions of users worldwide. The new app provides a unified experience across all major social networks while blocking ads, unfollowed content and data collection. Sociall has been in stealth mode for nearly two years as it developed the technology to go head-to-head with some of the most powerful companies in the world. They're finally ready for users to join what they call a social media sanctuary. A study completed in 2020 by the nation's leading non-profit association for promotional products (PPAI), concluded that between 20% and 42% of a user's feed on Instagram and Facebook were ads. "We've read the room. Social media users worldwide are inundated with unsolicited content, they're sick of billionaires harvesting their personal data and using it against them," says Tyler Poe, founder and CEO of Sociall. "We're giving users control of their social media experience, without making them join some new platform where they'll be posting to crickets." Sociall brings together your favorite feeds, posts, reels, stories, and DMs from Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, YouTube and TikTok. The company launches on Kickstarter February 25, 2025. Depending on the amount pledged, early backers will receive exclusive access to the Sociall BETA, discounts on subscription plans and lifetime memberships. Campaign Details Link to Kickstarter: About Sociall – Not a New Social Network! At Sociall we're emphasizing what you love about social media and suppressing what you don't. We enable a better way for you to enjoy the internet by unifying platforms and safeguarding you against solicitation and data collection. Key Features: Unified Feed: Enjoy a streamlined experience with unified feeds for posts, reels, and stories from all your social media accounts. Combined DM Inbox: Keep the conversation going across platforms with a combined direct message portal. Post to All: Create once and share everywhere with our post-to-all feature, making it easy to maintain a consistent social presence. Ad and Content Blocking: Take control over what you see by blocking advertisements and unfollowed content, protecting you from unwanted solicitation. Limit Data Collection: Protect your privacy with features that limit data collection, ensuring you can't be targeted for personal matters. Additional Resources Press Kit & Product Images: Campaign Video: Website: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sociall Sign in to access your portfolio
