Kris Demeanor at the ArtsVote Election Forum
We were thrilled to open the ArtsVote Election Forum on March 30th with a performance by Calgary’s Poet Laureate, Kris Demeanor. Kris composed a poem specifically for the event (cool!), and he’s graciously agreed to have the text posted here. Enjoy! - – - Raj, Len, Larry, Danielle, Brian, Alison, Edwin, Naomi and Bruce Were all on a plane with one parachute No imminent danger, but thought of disaster Inspired the leaders to think of the reasons why they should be spared, faster As if the stakes of the contest below were not already sizzling and frothy This was wild as the...
Read MoreArtsVote Calgary Election Forum
ArtsVote Calgary Election Forum Calgary is a great city that values the Arts as an integral part of daily living. How should the next provincial government support the cultural sector? Join ArtsVote Calgary, in partnership with the Calgary Public Library, members of Calgary’s Arts Community and candidates from each of the provincial political parties for a debate on arts and culture. Friday, March 30, 12:00 noon Central Library, Main Floor 616 Macleod Trail SE Facebook...
Read More2012 Provincial Election – Candidate Surveys
In preparation for the 2012 Alberta General Election, ArtsVote Calgary has sent surveys to the provincial parties, all of the candidates for Calgary ridings, and all of the senate candidates. See below for their responses. PARTIES We asked political parties to respond to the following questions: What is your arts platform? What do you believe is the province’s role in fostering the arts? What do you believe is the role of the arts in education? What plans do you have to provide provincial funding and/or encourage private funding for the arts? Any other comments? Click here to...
Read MoreWe Should Know ArtsVote Calgary – Thursday March 8 @ 7PM
Come hang out and meet members of your community, ArtsVote Calgary, your provincial government leadership, and other arts supporters at We Should Know ArtsVote! We Should Know ArtsVote: Provincial Election Edition Thursday March 8 7PM Auburn Saloon 163 9 Avenue SE (base of the Calgary Tower) Facebook event Have a beer and chat about politics! Leading up to the provincial election, ArtsVote Calgary hopes you’ll come out and get to know politicians and their staff who are involved and let them know why their support of the arts is vital in Alberta. Spread the word and encourage others to...
Read MoreProvincial Election Planning Meeting – Monday February 13, 2012 @ 7PM
The provincial election is approaching and ArtsVote Calgary is already planning our involvement. Our Lead Team is forming specific committees to help us engage on all levels and now we need YOU. If you want to be involved in encouraging politicians to focus on the arts and Albertans to vote in the upcoming Spring election, come to our next meeting to learn more! And spread the word – everyone is invited! ArtsVote Calgary – Provincial Election Meeting Monday February 13, 2012 @ 7PM Location: Cliff Bungalow Arts & Culture Centre gymnasium – 2105 Cliff St – Corner of Cliff...
Read MoreCalgary City Council Voting Record | 2012 – 2014 Budget | Arts Issues
In November 2011, Calgary City Council held a Special Meeting of Council regarding the 2012-2014 Business Plan and Budget Debates. Their voting record was recently made available in the minutes of this week-long council session. The following is the record of four arts issues as voted on by the Aldermen and Mayor. 1. AMENDMENT, Moved by Alderman B. Pincott, Seconded by Alderman G-C. Carra, that the Civic Partners: Operating Budget Program 449, CADA, contained on Page CVP 11 of Attachment 1 to Report C2011-73, be amended, as per Attachment 3I as follows: By a $225,000 increase to base...
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