In these trying times, Got Your Back has compiled a list of resources for artists. The following resources are for artists in need of funds, artists looking to create & watch work and other useful links. If there are any other resources you feel should be here, please reach out and let us know at gotyourbackcanada@gmail.com
The following document was prepared by a friend of Got Your Back:
Income & Tenancies during COVID-19 Resources and Answers
For Funds:
Glad Day Lit LGBT Artists Emergency Survival Fund
Theatre Direct Support Funds for Artist Parents
Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Funds
Unison Financial Assistance for Musicians
Black Lives Matter – Black Emergency Support Fund Donation Page
Canadian Cinema Worker Fund Donation Page
Canadian Artist & Musician Fun Donation Page
Writers Trust of Canada – Emergency Funding for Writers
For Creating:
NAC #CanadaPerforms Grants Program
The Social Distancing Festival
For Watching:
The Social Distancing Festival
What’s On Stage: Stage Shows, Musicals & Opera Streaming Free
CBC Arts – Virtual Arts Listings
Other Links:
Financial Losses Tracking Template
The Margin of Eras Gallery / CUE Emergency Resources for Marginalized Artists and Communities
Arts Space Venue Space Donation Form
Ontario Nonprofit Network COVID-19 Info
North American Performing Arts Managers and Agents COVID-19 Info
Chronicle of Higher Education Article: Why You Should Ignore All That Coronavirus-Inspired Productivity Pressure
Tips for Working Remotely: Increasing Efficiency, Adopt Digital Payments
