ACI Manitoba is The Arts and Cultural Industries Association of Manitoba.  We are a not for profit organization dedicated to supporting the arts and cultural industries of Manitoba and helping to develop sustainable careers for those working in arts and culture. By providing opportunities for business skill development through our various  workshops, courses and seminars, we help you take your creative career to the next level.

On this website, you can find news, event listings, training information, job postings and much more.  Use the drop down menu at the top of the page and the sub-menus on the left hand side to explore the site, and if you have any questions or feedback, feel free to send an email to admin[at]creativemanitoba.ca

Join the ACI Manitoba Team!

We are seeking an Administration / Communications Intern for a summer position. If you are a post-secondary student returning to school in the fall, this will be an excellent opportunity to get some experience in Winnipeg's vibrant arts and cultural sector. As the Administration / Communications Intern, you will be responsible for various tasks in office management, communications, membership coordination and event coordination assistance.

The position will last for a 12 week term, spanning June 4th to August 24th, 2012.

If you are looking for a fun and exciting summer job in Winnipeg's historic Exchange District, send us your resume and cover letter by 5pm on Thursday, May 17.

Province-Wide Call for Presenters: The Late Lunch Show

Pitch your presentation idea for The Late Lunch Show! ACI Manitoba is seeking established Manitoban career artist-presenters of all disciplines to deliver one hour seminars for The Late Lunch Show - Season 7. The Late Lunch Show is a series of lunch and learn talks by established career artists on topics related to operating as freelance independent artists or micro-enterprises.

Priority topic areas for 2012-13

• Managing Your Creative Enterprise in the Digital Age – topics related to using digital technologies in arts and creative industries business. Some examples are marketing, finance, strategy, business affairs, managing people and projects.
• The World is Your Market - Anything to do with export marketing – promoting, selling your artistic service or product outside of Manitoba

This is not just an opportunity for presenters in and around Winnipeg; there are broadcasting spots all over Manitoba. To find the location closest to you, consult the CMBSC's list of Video Conference Network Partners.

For full details, read the call for submission or contact Carol at 927-2787 or training[at]creativemanitoba.ca.

Discover our Featured Member for May: Artbeat Studio Inc.

Artbeat Studio Inc: Healing and Empowerment through Creative Endeavour

Artbeat Studio is a non-profit registered charity that enables individuals with lived experience of mental illness to engage in artistic expression that promotes recovery, empowerment and community.

Artbeat Studio Inc. is a unique community based, peer directed program that provides social supports, free working art studio/gallery space and mentorship for individuals living with mental illness for the purpose of recovery and empowerment. Artbeat Studio is committed to decreasing stigma and discrimination that coincides with mental illness and poverty through positive action, mental health education and advocacy.

Established in 2005, Artbeat Studio is the first of its kind in Manitoba and stems from one family’s personal experience with mental illness. Nigel Bart, founder and Studio Facilitator of Artbeat Studio, was diagnosed with schizophrenia at the age of 19 and has since been using various forms of art to help with recovery from the illness and the stigma that surrounds it. The organization is in its 8th year of operation and has a history of demonstrated successes including fiscal responsibility as an incorporated, non profit registered charity and volunteer organization.

Alumni Artists have opportunity to exhibit works in the Artbeat Gallery between Group Exhibitions. The month of May will feature the works of Shena Alcock and Raime Goldberg.

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Upcoming Training and Workshops

ACI Manitoba and our members offer a vast number of training opportunities throughout the year. If you are interested in learning more about marketing, grant writing, strategic planning or many other topics, be sure to check out:

ACI Workshops
Member Workshops

Upcoming Events

Are you looking for something to do this weekend? We have a fantastic list of events ranging from gallery openings to concerts to film festivals and more. New events are added often, so be sure to check back to stay up to date with your local arts and cultural events!

ACI Events
Member Events

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