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@workinculture.bsky.social has launched Making It Work 2025 to capture the current realities facing Ontario's arts, culture, and creative workforce. Artists, cultural workers, creative entrepreneurs - your experience matters.

Take the survey: bit.ly/MakingItWork... (Open Oct 1-27)

Thanks for helping us build the evidence base together! 💚

Ontario creatives: The Making It Work 2025 survey needs you! 📋

Our industry has transformed since 2019. Time to capture where we are now & chart the path forward.

Your 10 minutes = better data = stronger support for creative careers

Survey: buff.ly/DGSRnvo (closes Oct 27)

Thank you for amplifying this important work! 💚

Graphic with text 'Making It Work 2025' in large teal letters with green '2025'. Below reads 'From Individual Struggles to Collective Solutions' and a green button saying 'Take the Survey'. Features overlapping teal and green circles as design elements. Work in Culture and Nordicity logos at top, funder logos at bottom: Ontario Creates, Ontario Arts Council, and Cultural Policy Hub at OCAD University.

One week left! Making It Work 2025 closes Oct 27.

Help us move from individual struggles to collective solutions.

Ontario’s arts, culture & creative workers – your voice matters.

Take the survey: bit.ly/MakingItWork...

Win a $75 VISA gift card 💳

#MakingItWork2025

Graphic with text 'Making It Work 2025' in large teal letters with green '2025'. Below reads 'Shape the Future of Arts, Culture & Creative Careers in Ontario' and a green button saying 'Take the Survey'. Features overlapping teal and green circles as design elements. Work in Culture and Nordicity logos at top, funder logos at bottom: Ontario Creates, Ontario Arts Council, and Cultural Policy Hub at OCAD University.

Voices are coming in from across Ontario's arts, culture & creative sector - but we still need to hear from you!

Musicians, game developers, museum workers, filmmakers, writers, visual artists - your experience matters.

Less than 2 weeks left: bit.ly/MakingItWork...

#MakingItWork2025

Every voice strengthens the sector - thanks for sharing! 🥰

From our friends at @workinculture.bsky.social :

Anyone working in Ontario's arts, culture and creative sector, this is survey is for you!

Responses directly inform future programs, policies, and support for the sector. Here's to advocacy and change!

bit.ly/MakingItWork...

Help us move from anecdotes to evidence, from individual struggles to collective solutions.

10 minutes = real impact for Ontario's creative workforce.

Graphic with text 'Making It Work 2025' in large teal letters with green '2025'. Below reads 'From Individual Struggles to Collective Solutions' and a green button saying 'Take the Survey'. Features overlapping teal and green circles as design elements. Work in Culture and Nordicity logos at top, funder logos at bottom: Ontario Creates, Ontario Arts Council, and Cultural Policy Hub at OCAD University.

Your voice strengthens Ontario's arts, culture & creative sector.

Every response to Making It Work 2025 = stronger data for better support, training & policies.

Take the survey: ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=ytOgW...
Open until Oct 27

#MakingItWork2025

Your voice shapes the future of creative work in Ontario.

Take the survey: ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=ytOgW...
Open Oct 1-27

#MakingItWork2025 #CreativeWorkforce

Graphic with text 'Making It Work 2025' in large teal letters with green '2025'. Below reads 'Shape the Future of Arts, Culture & Creative Careers in Ontario' and a green button saying 'Take the Survey'. Features overlapping teal and green circles as design elements. Work in Culture and Nordicity logos at top, funder logos at bottom: Ontario Creates, Ontario Arts Council, and Cultural Policy Hub at OCAD University.

Ontario's creative workforce has changed dramatically since our 2019 Making It Work study.

Making It Work 2025 captures today's realities: post-pandemic impacts, AI integration, gig economy expansion, equity initiatives.

Promotional poster for Nuit Blanche art event at 401 Richmond in Toronto. The image features an artistic sculptural arrangement made of folded books or printed materials stacked and arranged to create geometric, house-like structures. The materials show various colorful patterns, textures, and images including architectural photography, grids, and abstract designs. White text overlays read '401 RICHMOND' in a red box, 'BUILT FOR ART' in a triangular logo, 'NUIT BLANCHE' in large letters, and 'OCTOBER 4 SUNSET TO SUNRISE' indicating the event details. The background is a neutral gray, emphasizing the colorful sculptural book arrangement in the center.

Toronto's all-night contemporary art celebration returns to 401 Richmond! Nuit Blanche: Saturday Oct 4, 7pm-7am ET. Two floors of dynamic exhibitions, installations & performances at this iconic arts hub. Free! 401richmond.com/event/nuit-b... #401Richmond #401BuiltForArt

Infographic with Work in Culture logo at top left. Header reads 'Ready for Solutions?' with orange wavy underline. Three bullet points with orange arrows, left-aligned: Build AI literacy; Support workplace policy development; Provide ongoing training. Orange oval button at bottom reads 'Download the full recommendations.' Report title 'AI for Administration in Ontario's Creative Industries' and partner logos (Nordicity, Avery Swartz, Ontario Creates) at bottom.

Ready for solutions? Our research identifies three opportunities for responsible AI adoption:
• Build AI literacy
• Support workplace policies
• Provide ongoing training
Goal: empower values-driven decisions with creators at the centre. Full report: workinculture.ca/resource/ai-...

Infographic with Work in Culture logo at top left. Header reads 'The Critical Gap:' with orange wavy underline. Large bold text shows '86%' followed by 'of Ontario creatives lack AI training or support' with 'Ontario creatives' highlighted by orange oval. Orange arrow bullet point states '74% of workplaces don't have an AI policy' with '74%' in bold. Bottom left shows report title 'AI for Administration in Ontario's Creative Industries.' Partner logos at bottom right: Nordicity, Avery Swartz, and Ontario Creates.

Our AI research reveals a critical gap: 79% of Ontario creatives use AI tools, but 86% lack training and 74% of workplaces don’t have an AI policy. Creatives are navigating AI’s complexities alone. Tomorrow: the path forward. Report: workinculture.ca/resource/ai-for-administration/

Infographic with Work in Culture logo at top left. Header reads 'Key Finding:' with orange wavy underline. Large bold text shows '79%' followed by 'of Ontario creatives report using AI tools in their work' with 'Ontario creatives' highlighted by orange oval. Orange arrow bullet point states 'Nearly half use AI tools often or very often.' Bottom left shows report title 'AI for Administration in Ontario's Creative Industries.' Partner logos at bottom right: Nordicity, Avery Swartz, and Ontario Creates.

79% of Ontario creatives use AI tools in their work. Nearly half use them often or very often. AI adoption is widespread across the creative industries - primarily to save time on operational tasks. But support is missing. More tomorrow. Research: workinculture.ca/resource/ai-...

Partnering with @nordicity.bsky.social, @averyswartz.com and Ontario Creates, we heard from creatives across the province. Key findings reveal widespread adoption but critical support gaps. Full report: workinculture.ca/resource/ai-...

Infographic announcing new research release. Work in Culture logo at top. Orange wavy underline under 'New Research Released' header. Main title reads 'AI for Administration in Ontario's Creative Industries' with 'Creative Industries' highlighted by orange oval. Three bullet points with colored icons: Survey of creative professionals and organizations across Ontario; Covers film, TV, music, publishing, and interactive digital media; Insights into AI use for operations, concerns, and opportunities. Partner logos at bottom: Nordicity, Avery Swartz, and Ontario Creates.

How are Ontario's creative industries using AI for administrative tasks? We're excited to share our new research report.

White card with the headline “Volunteers Wanted!” above the Ontario Culture Days logo, over a colourful pink‑orange‑purple painted background.

🚀 Volunteer opportunity! Ontario Culture Days seeks volunteers for two Toronto events, including the Sept 20 event at 401 Richmond where we'll be presenting. Great way to connect with the arts community! Apply by Sept 15: onculturedays.ca/story/ontari...

A smiling woman in a navy blazer stands next to a large Work in Culture banner at a professional event. The banner features the organization's orange circular logo and tagline “Advancing the careers of artists, creatives, and cultural workers.” Event text overlay reads “Open House, September 23, 5-7 PM, Studio 403, 401 Richmond, Free Event, RSVP Required” with the Work in Culture website. The setting is a modern networking space with other attendees visible in the background.

🎉 Our first Open House is here! Join us Sept 23, 5-7pm at 401 Richmond in Toronto for connection, collaboration & celebrating arts careers.

Meet our team, discover our programs & resources, network with creatives + enjoy refreshments!

Free event | RSVP required: www.eventbrite.ca/e/work-in-cu...

ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program graphic with pink background and black diagonal ribbon design. Header reads "Call for Project Hosts" and "Media Arts Stream." Main text says "Collaborate with a newcomer artist on your next media arts project. Thinking of applying? Deadline: September 8!" Partner logos at bottom.

ArtWorksTO slide titled "Tap into creative talent. Artist fully funded!" Three green checkmarks list: Work with a newcomer artist on a short-term project, Artist receives $5,000, No direct costs to you! Bottom text reads "Swipe to learn more."

ArtWorksTO slide "Media Arts project examples" showing six colored icons with project types: Short video projects, Photography series, Social media campaigns, Visual design (posters, infographics), UX/UI website design, 3D rendering. Bottom text reads "We're open to your ideas too!"

ArtWorksTO slide "Apply now for the Media Arts stream" with "Deadline: September 8, 2025." Four bullet points detail: Quick online application, You can submit multiple projects!, Apply at workinculture.ca/artworksto, Questions? stephaniedraker@workinculture.ca. Features diagonal ribbon design.

⏰ 3 days left! GTA orgs - host a fully-funded ArtWorksTO Media Arts project!

💰 $5,000 to artist (no cost to you!)
📅 Deadline: Sept 8
📍 Arts, nonprofit, community & creative orgs

Apply: workinculture.ca/programs/art...

Colorful illustrated artwork on left shows abstract profile faces in vibrant orange, pink, teal and blue swirls. Text on cream background reads: Work in Culture x Brampton Arts Organization 2025-2026 Mentorship Program. Large text announces "Applications Closing Soon." Megaphone icon accompanies text "Apply online by September 7, 2025." Website URL workinculture.ca/programs/brampton-mentorship appears at bottom.

🚨 Final call! Applications for our FREE Brampton mentorship program close Sunday, Sept 7!

Only 10 spots for artists & creative businesses.

✨ Expert mentorship + $500 honorarium + business skills over 7 months

Transform your creative career!

Apply: workinculture.ca/programs/bra...

Three smiling women at a career development booth in a bright, modern space with white brick walls and large windows. The woman in the center stands behind a table wearing glasses and a floral top, while two women sit on either side with laptops. The table displays career resources and promotional materials. A sign reads "Navigating a Career in the Arts, Culture & Media." Colorful geometric shapes (pink semicircle, orange circle, blue triangle) frame the bottom of the image along with event details and the Culture Days logo.

🎨 Turn your artistic passion into a career! Join us Sept 20, 12-5pm at 401 Richmond in Toronto for career resources and Meet the Funder sessions with @ontarioarts.bsky.social and Toronto Arts Council.

Free event | Registration encouraged: www.eventbrite.ca/e/meet-the-f...

#CultureDays #ArtsCareer

Colorful illustrated artwork on left shows abstract faces in orange, pink and teal. Text reads: Work in Culture x Brampton Arts Organization 2025-2026 Mentorship Program. For Brampton artists, creative businesses, and arts organizations. Three checkmarked benefits listed: One-one-one expert mentorship, Real skills for real growth, $500 honorarium + community connections. Applications open now! Deadline: September 7. Learn more button at bottom.

Colorful artwork continues on left side. Text asks: What's your creative business challenge? Lists four example projects with colorful icons: Launch that exhibition, Start your creative business, Build your audience, Navigate a career pivot. Three checkmarked mentor benefits listed below. Contact info for questions included.

Same artistic background. Heading: What you'll come away with. Five benefits listed with colorful icons: Clear action plan, Direct access to industry leaders, Peer learning with fellow creatives, Skills that move the needle, Creative community that gets it. Plus $500 honorarium details. Tagline: This isn't just networking—it's transformation!

Final slide with same artwork. Heading: Don't wait — apply now! Shows deadline, 10 spots available with alarm clock emoji, and free participation. Includes website link and contact information for questions.

Got questions about our Brampton mentorship program? We have answers! ✨ 10 spots available for Brampton artists & creative businesses. FREE program + $500 honorarium. 💡 Learn more and apply by Sept 7: workinculture.ca/programs/bra...

ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program graphic with pink background and black diagonal ribbon design. Header reads "Calling GTA Organizations" and "Tap into Creative Talent — Fully Funded!" Three bullet points list program benefits: Work with a newcomer artist on short-term project, Support newcomer talent and career growth, Artist receives $5,000 with no cost to you. Bottom section shows "Apply Now" with two streams: Media Arts (photography, video, UX/UI, social media, design) with "Deadline Extended! September 8, 2025" in bold text, and Arts Education (workshops, creative facilitation, community outreach) with "Deadline November 17, 2025." Partner logos displayed at bottom. This program is an initiative of Toronto Arts Foundation with partners OCAD University and Work in Culture, lead sponsor TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Challenge, and silver sponsor Bell Canada.

🎉 Extended deadline! GTA organizations – there's still time to host an ArtWorksTO newcomer artist on your next creative project!

💰 $5,000 fully funded
📅 Media Arts deadline: Sept 8
📅 Arts Education: Nov 17

Apply: workinculture.ca/programs/art...

Colourful promotional graphic with stylized profile silhouettes in orange, pink, and blue on the left side. Text reads "Work in Culture x Brampton Arts Organization 2025-2026 Mentorship Program. For Brampton artist entrepreneurs, creative businesses, and arts, culture & heritage organizations. Applications Open Now!" with megaphone icon. Bottom text: "Apply online by September 7, 2025 at workinculture.ca/programs/brampton-mentorship"

🚀 Brampton creatives: Ready to solve your biggest business challenge?

Our FREE 7-month mentorship program is back! Get matched with an experienced mentor + join peer learning sessions.

Only 10 spots | Deadline: Sept 7
Apply: workinculture.ca/programs/bra...

#BramptonArts #Mentorship

ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program logo with "Call for Project Hosts" and "Media Arts Stream" headline. Text reads "Collaborate with a newcomer artist on your next media arts project. Thinking of applying? Start here!" Pink background with black diagonal ribbon design that includes the text “Open to organizations across the GTA!”

ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program slide with headline "Tap into creative talent. Artist fully funded!" Three green checkmarks list: Work with a newcomer artist on a short-term project, Artist receives $5,000, No direct costs to you! Text at bottom says "Swipe to learn more."

ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program slide with "Media Arts project examples" headline. Six colored icons with project types: Short video projects, Photography series, Social media campaigns, Visual design (posters, infographics), UX/UI website design, 3D rendering. Bottom text reads "We're open to your ideas too!"

ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program final slide with "Apply now for the Media Arts stream" and "Deadline: August 22, 2025." Four bullet points detail: Quick online application, You can submit multiple projects!, Apply at workinculture.ca/artworksto, Questions? stephaniedraker@workinculture.ca. Features diagonal ribbon design with text that says “Open to organizations across the GTA!”

Thinking about hosting a creative project fully funded by the ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program? 🤝 Check out the top Qs from our info session, including Media Arts project examples!

📅 Apply by Aug 22, 2025
📍 Open to GTA arts, cultural, nonprofit, civic & creative orgs
🔗 workinculture.ca/programs/art...

Happening TODAY at 2 PM ET! 📣 GTA-based orgs: Learn how to host a fully funded creative project with a newcomer artist. No cost to you—artists get $5K in project funding!
🔗 Register now: www.eventbrite.com/e/host-organ...

ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program – Next info session for project hosts, August 6, 2-3 PM, on Zoom. Open to all organizations in Toronto + GTA! Host a project. Support a newcomer artist! Learn how your organization can work with a talented newcomer artist on a creative project of your choice, in media arts (design, video, and more) or arts education (workshops, outreach, and more), at no direct cost to you. Register now! Hosted by Stephanie Draker, Program Manager, Work in Culture. This program is an initiative of Toronto Arts Foundation with partners OCAD University and Work in Culture, lead sponsor TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Challenge, and silver sponsor Bell Canada.

🚨 Last chance to register! GTA orgs: Join us tomorrow at 2PM ET to learn how to host a funded creative project led by a newcomer artist. No cost to you—artists receive $5K!
Info session is online + free to attend.
🔗 Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/host-organ...

ArtWorksTO Newcomer Program - Calling GTA Organizations: Tap into Creative Talent – Fully Funded! Work with a newcomer artist on a short-term project. Support newcomer talent and career growth. Artist receives $5,000 – no cost to you! Open to organizations across the GTA. Apply now: Media Arts projects (photography, video, design, UX/UI, social media, and more) application deadline August 22, 2025; Arts Education projects (art workshops, creative facilitation, community outreach, and more) application deadline November 17, 2025. This program is an initiative of Toronto Arts Foundation with partners OCAD University and Work in Culture, lead sponsor TD Bank Group, through the TD Ready Challenge, and silver sponsor Bell Canada.

Tap into a valuable creative source — fully funded!
ArtWorksTO will provide $5K to a newcomer media artist or arts educator to develop a project for your GTA-based org.
🗓️ Media Arts deadline: Aug 22
💬 Info session: Aug 6
🔗 workinculture.ca/programs/art...