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Culture and Community Spirit annual report [2009 - 2011]

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This annual report of the Ministry of Culture contains the minister's accountability statement, the audited consolidated financial statements of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance... More ≫

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This annual report of the Ministry of Culture contains the minister's accountability statement, the audited consolidated financial statements of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry business plan. This ministry annual report also includes: the financial statements of entities making up the ministry including the Department of Culture, regulated funds and provincial agencies for which the minister is responsible; and other financial information as required by the Financial Administration Act and Fiscal Management Act, either as separate reports or as a part of the financial statements, to the extent that the ministry has anything to report.

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A dialogue with Alberta's arts sector

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Starting in December 2009, the Minister of Alberta Culture and Community Spirit hosted a series of meetings in six communities across the province with the arts sector, to identify challenges and... More ≫

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Starting in December 2009, the Minister of Alberta Culture and Community Spirit hosted a series of meetings in six communities across the province with the arts sector, to identify challenges and opportunities where the government and the arts sector could work together to support healthy and vibrant communities. In the Fall of 2010, the Minister returned to each of the six communities he visited previously, as well as two new communities. This report is a summary of what was heard and the solutions both Alberta Culture and Community Spirit and the sector are currently engaged in. Also included are new actions Alberta Culture and Community Spirit is undertaking as a result of the dialogues. The report is arranged based upon the key themes that emerged.

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A dialogue with Alberta's nonprofit/voluntary sector

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Between December 2009 and February 2010, the Minister of Alberta Culture and Community Spirit hosted a series of meetings with the nonprofit/ voluntary sector, to collectively develop solutions... More ≫

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Between December 2009 and February 2010, the Minister of Alberta Culture and Community Spirit hosted a series of meetings with the nonprofit/ voluntary sector, to collectively develop solutions that would help ensure the long-term growth and success of the sector and support healthy and vibrant communities. In the Fall of 2010, the Minister returned to each of the six communities he visited previously, as well as two new communities. This report is a summary of what was heard throughout the dialogues and what solutions are being implemented by both Alberta Culture and Community Spirit and the sector. Also included are new actions Alberta Culture and Community Spirit will be undertaking as a result of the dialogues. This report is arranged based upon the key themes that emerged. Whenever possible, the locations where the feedback originated have been included.

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Archaeological survey note

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Presents information of interest to those involved in conducting archaeological surveys in Alberta.

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Alberta Multimedia Development Fund grant summary

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This summary presents grants awarded to screen-based media (film, television and digital media) production companies through the Alberta Multimedia Development Fund (AMDF). The AMDF provides... More ≫

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This summary presents grants awarded to screen-based media (film, television and digital media) production companies through the Alberta Multimedia Development Fund (AMDF). The AMDF provides assistance to motion picture production done in Alberta to partially reimburse expenses incurred in the course of creating screen-based content in Alberta. This assistance is provided through the following five funding programs: Alberta Production Program (APP); Project/Script Development Program; Alberta Stories Program; Export Market Development Program; Training and Mentorship Program.

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The spirit of Alberta progress report 2010

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This is the progress report of the 2008 Alberta's cultural policy initiative

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Minister’s dialogue with the arts sector : December 2009 – February 2010 : final report

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Between December 16, 2009, and February 26, 2010, the Honourable Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit engaged in a dialogue with the arts sector in Alberta. Six regional... More ≫

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Between December 16, 2009, and February 26, 2010, the Honourable Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit engaged in a dialogue with the arts sector in Alberta. Six regional dialogue meetings were conducted in Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton. An online dialogue was hosted on the Culture and Community Spirit website to enable access to individuals who wished to have input but were not able to participate in the regional dialogues. The purpose of the dialogue was to identify challenges and opportunities for government and the sector to work better together to help support healthy and vibrant communities.

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Alberta Film Development Program funding

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This summary presents grants awarded to film, video and digital media production companies through the Alberta Film Development Program (AFDP). The AFDP provides assistance to motion picture... More ≫

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This summary presents grants awarded to film, video and digital media production companies through the Alberta Film Development Program (AFDP). The AFDP provides assistance to motion picture production done in Alberta to partially reimburse expenses incurred in the course of producing a film, video or digital media production in Alberta.

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Regional cultural facilities dialogue report

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In February of 2009, Alberta Culture and Community Spirit undertook a strategic overview of cultural facilities across the province in order to ascertain the state of activity in cultural... More ≫

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In February of 2009, Alberta Culture and Community Spirit undertook a strategic overview of cultural facilities across the province in order to ascertain the state of activity in cultural facilities planning, and to identify current trends and projects in development. To supplement this work, the Honourable Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit, hosted a series of regional dialogues in June 2009 aimed at gathering information, understanding diverse perspectives and identifying community needs related to cultural infrastructure. Results from the dialogues will assist the department in developing a comprehensive plan for maintaining existing inventory in the province, while deploying resources for new facilities in a visionary and innovative fashion. A total of 162 individuals attended six dialogues, held in various regions of the province. Participants were responsive to the facilitated sessions, which focused on trends, issues and projects in development. It...

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Geographical names manual [2008]

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This manual has been compiled for those who are currently involved in geographical naming and for anyone interested in the subject. It gives some of the history and reasons why the standards were... More ≫

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This manual has been compiled for those who are currently involved in geographical naming and for anyone interested in the subject. It gives some of the history and reasons why the standards were implemented.

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