April 6, 2020
The Value of Arts Education to Student Learning and Development
In this annotated bibliography written by Donna Nikiforuk, you'll about North American and international arts education initiatives that demonstrate the important of maintaining a strong arts education from K-12.
November 15, 2019
Drawing on concepts of cultural ecology and social capital, this report examine public perceptions of the arts within Saskatchewan’s urban and rural contexts.
February 20, 2019
In September 2018, the City of Saskatoon contracted the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance to conduct consultations with Saskatoon artists regarding Saskatoon arts spaces.
February 22, 2018
Fine Arts and Arts Education Resources at Saskatchewan Universities 2018 Update
This report documents changes in fine arts and arts education resources in the province's universities from approximately 2001 to 2017. It updates and complements the SAA's similar reports of 2015 and 2014.
December 19, 2017
When Artists Go to School: Effective Teacher-Artist Partnerships in K-12 Schools
A Discussion Paper with Recommendations commissioned by the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance.
November 10, 2016
Future Innovators: Developing Creativity Through K-12 Arts Education in Saskatchewan Schools
By Dianne Warren. A Position Paper and Recommendations in Response to "Achieving Growth through Innovation: The Role of Arts Education in Supporting Economic Sustainability" by C. Brooke Dobni Commissioned by the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance.
June 1, 2014
An introduction to organizational needs from government in 2014.
November 13, 2013
Ann Kipling Brown reflects on the initiatives and developments in arts education at the local, national and international level.
June 27, 2012
A SAA Research Project
December 6, 2011
An action plan by the Arts Community in response to the government's Pride of Saskatchewan policy document
July 21, 2011
Cultural Industries "Community of Interest" Consultation: Final Report
This consultation report delves into the what "Community of Interest" designation means and how to administer it in a way that is best for arts communities.
September 23, 2010
The Menace of Measurement: A discussion about arts indicators
SAA commissioned Marnie Badham to write a position paper on arts metrics. The Abstract and Executive Summary are posted on this website. For a copy of the complete report, please contact the SAA.
April 10, 2010
A snapshot of the activities of artists all around Saskatchewan who are practising art today, this collection of 33 stories of more than 40 artists and arts entrepreneurs reveals the profusion of arts and crafts being created all over Saskatchewan.
November 30, 2008
Arts Patrons, Impresarios, and Philanthropists in Saskatchewan
Part 5: Carol Hill, Arts Patron
November 27, 2008
Arts Patrons, Impresarios, and Philanthropists in Saskatchewan
Part 4: Jacqui Shumiatcher
November 18, 2008
Status of the Artist: A Progress Review and an Opportunity to Look Forward
April 22, 2008
Arts Patrons, Impresarios, and Philanthropists in Saskatchewan
Part 3: Cheryl & Henry Kloppenburg, Arts Patrons
April 15, 2008
Arts Patrons, Impresarios, and Philanthropists in Saskatchewan
Part 2: Bill Shurniak, Arts Patron
April 1, 2008
Arts Patrons, Impresarios, and Philanthropists in Saskatchewan
Part 1: Lynda Haverstock, Arts Patron
October 26, 2007
A selection of facts about the arts and culture sector.
July 5, 2007
First in a series of four stories by Steven Ross Smith.
July 5, 2007
Second in a series of four stories by Steven Ross Smith
July 5, 2007
Fourth in a series of four stories by Steven Ross Smith.
July 5, 2007
Third in a series of four stories by Steven Ross Smith
January 28, 2007
Service Relationship Indicators
December 17, 2006
Saskatchewan Arts Alliance Submission to the Commission on Improving Work Opportunities for Saskatchewan Residents
October 3, 2006
Up-and-coming filmmaker working the best in the biz.
October 3, 2006
Finding Spirit in Fabric
October 3, 2006
Vision and Resolve Makes Success for Yvette Moore
October 3, 2006
Multi-talented artist creates connections.
October 3, 2006
Fearless painter captures nature's soul.
October 3, 2006
Holed up and Painting in Maple Creek
October 3, 2006
Musician and bow-maker connects with the human spirit
October 2, 2006
Using Technology to enable community
October 2, 2006
At Play at Art
October 2, 2006
A Humble Painter of the North
August 13, 2006
Learn about the importance of Status of the Artist for the arts sector, as well as how it functions as a piece of legislation and how the government enacts it.
August 12, 2006
This article provides an introduction to collective rights and, specifically, collective bargaining rights. It discusses the benefits and the complexities of legislating collective rights.
April 28, 2006
Theatre Saskatchewan
April 28, 2006
Station Arts Centre and the Saskatchewan Valley News
April 27, 2006
Saskatchewan Book Awards
February 2, 2006
New Dance Horizons
February 1, 2006
Ness Creek Music Festival
January 29, 2006
Art Gallery of Swift Current
December 14, 2005
A Catalyst for Saskatchewan Writing
October 9, 2005
a book by Steven Ross Smith
September 5, 2005
Action Plan Proposal to the Government of Saskatchewan for the Arts Sector
This 2005 plan is presented by the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance as steps for immediate action that will bring concrete meaning to artist equity proposals and coherence to arts policy.
September 5, 2005
A selection of facts about the arts and culture sector.
June 1, 2005
An update on Status of the Artist developments and SAA's position.
April 8, 2005
Elvis Lives in Rory Allen's Success!
April 8, 2005
Prepared by the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance, based on Canadian Conference of the Arts Materials, this document is a chronology of historic markers for achieving equity (status) for artists.
January 14, 2005
An opinion editorial by Dave Margoshes about equity for Saskatchewan artists.
January 12, 2005
Art as Tool to Educate and Heal
December 21, 2004
Artists are contributing to the well-being of small communities with a sense of stimulation, affirmation, celebration, and hope.
December 12, 2004
By Steven Ross Smith
December 9, 2004
Re: Minister's Advisory Committee for Status of the Artist (MACSA) Final Report
SAA letter to Hon. Joan Beatty responding to Government's Response to the MACSA Final Report (October 2003)
July 13, 2004
From Biggar to Broadway?
June 13, 2004
Finding Community Through Art
March 23, 2004
Working for Artists in the Boreal Forest
March 23, 2004
An Alchemy of Ideas and Ideals
March 23, 2004
Starr's Global Vision Seeks Change
March 23, 2004
Making Art as a Positive Force
March 23, 2004
Homegrown Publishers Bloom
March 23, 2004
Soul Sauce: Recipe for Success
October 3, 2003
Part 3: St. Peter's College & Abbey, Muenster; Hilary Clark, Saskatoon
October 3, 2003
Part 2: June Jacobs, Hand Wave Gallery, Meacham Ley Ward, Eon Music, Meacham
October 3, 2003
Part 1: Dancing Sky Theatre Meacham
May 1, 2003
The SAA suggests government adapts a pan-departmental arts policy to guide decision making. The document also outlines six measures provide sustainability and stability to the arts sector.
January 1, 2002
Saskatchewan Arts Alliance 2002
November 1, 2001
This is an Executive Summary of the first Minister's Advisory Committee Report on Status of the Artist, which came out in 1993.
