ACE Announcements

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A MASTER COMMUNITY BUILDER?

The EXCITING news is that ACE Communities will soon be launching three Master Community Builder Certificate Programs.

Master Community Builder certification will be available for:

• Local Leaders
• Practitioners
• Community Coaches

Preliminary information on each of these certificates...

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Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation launches the Festivals and Events Tourism Growth Program

Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation has launched a new program to assist festivals and events in Alberta realize their full tourism potential. The Festivals and Events Tourism Growth Program makes funding of $25,000 to $40,000 available to eligible organizations.  This funding will allow...

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They Made Main Street Their Own

Check out this great example from the New York Times of how local citizens revitalized their community through the arts in Mississippi, USA.  Very inspirational example of the power of the creative economy...

Click this link to see the full story!

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Artscape: Defining the Creative and Cultural Sector

The term “Creative and Cultural Sector” is referred to often in the research and practice of creative placemaking. But what does it mean? Read the following guide to learn about the creative and cultural sector and statistical frameworks for measuring its reach.

Considered globally as a driver...

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Federal Government Invests in Yorkton Métis Youth

Aboriginal young people in Yorkton and the surrounding area will learn about their culture, heritage, and traditions, thanks to an investment from the Government of Canada. This was announced today by Garry Breitkreuz, Member of Parliament (Yorkton–Melville), on behalf of the Honourable James...

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ARPA Conference Call for Presentations

The Call for Presentations process is now open for the 2012 ARPA Annual Conference and Energize Workshop.

The Call will be open until end of day Friday, March 30th, 2012. You can enter more than one submission and you are encouraged to share the above link with others. Please note that the...

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International Women’s Day - March 8 2012

Strong Women, Strong Canada – Women in Rural, Remote and Northern Communities: Key to Canada's Economic Prosperity

Women across Canada are as diverse as the communities they live in.  This year's theme for International Women's Day and International Women's Week celebrates women's roles in the...

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Canadian Coalition of Municipalities Against Racism and Discrimination Toolkit

The Canadian Commission for UNESCO recently launched the Canadian Coalition of Municipalities Against Racism and Discrimination: Toolkit for Municipalities, Organizations and Citizens.

The toolkit offers practical information on how to join the Coalition, useful tools, best practices and other...

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Survey - Culture Forum 2012

Our vibrant cultural landscape is a source of pride for all Albertans; enhancing our quality of life and strengthening our local and provincial economies.

Culture Forum 2012 was held in Red Deer on Feb. 24 and 25 and involved nearly 400 representatives of Alberta's arts, heritage,...

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ACE Communities March 2012 Newsletter

Check out the latest March ACE Newsletter for info on resources for community building, recreation news, and more!

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