ELANews

The Newsletter of the English-Language Arts Network

President's Message

As many of you know, ELAN received a project grant to make contact with the music and dance communities and explore their needs. This is the second phase of a project that began with the visual arts community two years ago in collaboration with le regroupement des artistes en arts visuels (RAAV). Musicians and visual artists tend to work in isolation and rely on word of mouth for information about grant, support and opportunities. An organization like ELAN can provide support and a means of communication.

During the past few months, four project staff have been surveying musicians and dancers, asking what services, information and professional development would enable ELAN to help them pursue their careers. The response has been solid, and is starting to give us a comprehensive view of needs and generate ideas for future projects. If you are a musician or dancer and have not yet had a chance to fill out the survey, please take a few minutes now to fill it out on the ELAN homepage (see MAAP II Music Survey or MAAP II Dance Survey). Your input will help ELAN help you.

Guy Rodgers
President

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What's New?

THE SCHMOOZER

schmooze \'shmüz\ vb 1: socialize: talk to people: mill about: have a drink: meet new people: see old friends: forget about work for a few hours

This month's schmoozer is scheduled for Tuesday March 11, from 5 to 7 pm at Brutopia. This cozy brew pub is a gem in the heart of downtown Montreal. It consists of three bars on three floors. We will be meeting in the basement lounge. Brutopia is located at 1219 Crescent St. between Ste-Catherine and Rene-Levesque Blvd. (metro Lucien-L'Allier).

The ELAN Schmoozer is a great opportunity to support a new local venue and meet other ELAN members in a relaxed and social setting. If you have any favourite bars that you would like to suggest for a future Schmoozer location (must be near a metro), please contact the ELAN office. To help us prepare for the next Schmoozer, please RSVP to the ELAN office by sending an email with "Schmoozer" in the subject line.

ELAN Database of Performing Artists

Separate from our website, ELAN has created a mini-database of performing artists (music, theatre, dance, spoken word, etc.) interested in touring out to the regions. This database will be used as a guide by affiliated associations throughout the province who are mandated to present 2 performing artists per year (artist fees are paid as well as some financial aid offered with regards to travel and accommodation). If interested please submit your name, contact information and short description of what you are proposing in terms of performance. There is no current deadline. The database will be compiled over the next six months. Interested members can forward information c/o Executive Director Michael Toppings.

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Did You Know?

ELAN has a new section in the Arts Services Kit for French language courses. For anyone looking to improve their French language skills there is a wealth of resources in the ASK to choose from. You can access this information by visiting the Service Providers section of the Arts Services Kit and selecting "French Language Courses" in the drop down menu.

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BOARD speak

This new feature provides both an opportunity for Board members to sound off on concerns and issues particular to their individual sector, and also provides an opportunity for our readers to learn more about them through a series of mini-portraits of each - their background, passions and art practice.

This month's featured board member is KIRWAN COX.

Kirwan is one of two ELAN representatives from the Film & Television sector. He is a veteran producer, researcher, writer, consultant, and lecturer. He sits on numerous boards of directors and advisory boards and is an active lobbyist for English-language film and TV in Quebec.

"A lot of what I do is trying to change things, make Canadian culture stronger" said Kirwan in a phone interview recently. Through his involvement with ELAN, the Documentary Organization of Canada, and with the English-language Film/TV Council of Quebec, Kirwan is trying to improve the artistic and cultural landscape of Quebec.

Currently, he is studying the decline of English-language film and TV programming in Quebec, and what can be done to re-establish a higher level of production. According to Kirwan, without a language-barrier, English-Canadian film and TV must constantly struggle with better-financed American films in a marketplace that is reserved for Hollywood. Kirwan believes artists have to be aware of the political environment if they hope to have a place on our screens. Next the greatest culture factory in the world, we must be able to see ourselves, to know who we are, and have a strong sense of identity. Or we will surely disappear. "It is critical that there are structures in place to support domestic production. A strong popular culture is really a matter of national survival."

Kirwan lives in a converted nunnery in Rigaud. A film that impressed him recently is "Up the Yangtze" by Yung Chang. He describes it as a beautiful film that looks at a society through the personal lens of a family losing their home to the Three Gorges dam. "It is Shakespearean. The father is a poor labourer from the old China who can't afford to send his daughter to university. She is ashamed of her father, and must work on a tourist boat that floats on the river that is drowning her family home. She represents the new China that may be losing the values of the old China. Beautiful film!"

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Opportunities for Artists

CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS

All Disciplines

The Arnold Edinborough Award

Do you know a business professional under the age of 40 who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in the Arts as a volunteer? The Arnold Edinborough Award is run by Business for the Arts' young professionals group, artsScene, dedicated to engaging young business professionals in the Arts. The winning candidate will receive $5000 for the arts organization of their choice and a unique artwork created by an emerging Canadian artist. The winner will be celebrated at an Awards Gala in the Fall. The deadline for nominations is April 2, 2008. To nominate your young business leader in the Arts visit the Business for the Arts website.

Call for Partnerships and International Projects

The 8th Biennale of Champ Libre will take place in the Quartier International de Montreal (QIM) from September 24–28, 2008. The theme for the biennale event is Forêt/Forest. Artists, curators, architects, and lecturers are reminded that the deadline to present an artistic project to Champ Libre for this event is the 10th of March 2008.

Individuals or organizations working in fields related to art, architecture, new technologies or the public space are invited to submit applications for a partnership project with Champ Libre by March 10, 2008. For more information and the subscription form, visit the Champ Libre website.

Prix du Québec Call for Nominations

The Prix du Québec for the fields of Culture and Science is accepting nominations of candidates for its 2008 edition from February 4th to April 11th. Each year the Prix du Québec rewards eleven recipients from the fields of culture and science for their exceptional careers. All organizations, groups and individuals are invited to submit nominations. In doing so they ensure that this person may receive the highest distinction from the Quebec government, as well as a 30 000$ prize. To familiarize yourself with the 11 Prix du Québec, as well as eligibility criteria and submissions, please visit the Prix du Québec website.

Dance

Studio 303 Verni #139

The submission deadline for Verni #139: Dirt is March 17, 2008. This evening explores the theme of "dirt", in all its possible meanings: gossip, rich soil under a hot sun, gum stuck to the bottom of your shoe, dark corners filled with dust and spilt beer—and its opposites, wherever the imagination may roam. The performance will be held on May 10th 2008. For more information and the application form, visit the Studio 303 website.

Theatre

Harvest V Accepting Applications

Village Scene Productions is currently accepting submissions of productions and project proposals to HARVEST V - The Montreal LGBT International Theatre Festival (Fall season 2008). Harvest is a celebration of the contribution made by LGBT culture to the performing arts in: theatre, music, and dance. Material submitted can be in either English or French and must have relevant themes to LGBT culture or contain elements of entertainment of interest to the community. The deadline for international and national submissions is March 15th. The deadline for local submissions is March 25th. For more information visit the Village Scene website or e-mail productions@villagescene.com.

Visual Arts

International Association for the Study of Dreams 25th Annual Conference

The International Association for the Study of Dreams seeks dream-related work for its two juried exhibitions to be held July 8–12, 2008 in conjunction with their 25th annual conference. There will be two (2) exhibitions: 5 days during the conference at Auberge Universel as well as a two-month exhibition during July and August at Gallery Art Neuf inc. For full details and Entry Forms, visit the Association for the Study of Dreams website or contact Rose Maloukis. The deadline to submit work for both shows is April 1, 2008.

Call for Artists and Curators

Editions Mouton Rose Galerie d'Art du Quebec invites visual artists interested in joining the roster of gallery exhibitors or in organizing and curating a show for the 2008 season to contact Jane Caron for submission requirements. The gallery, open year-round, is celebrating its second season in Ormstown, 45 minutes south west of Montreal and specializes in the exhibition and sale of works by professional artists living and working in Quebec.

Mount Royal Cemetery Photography Exhibition and Sale

The Friends of the Mount Royal Cemetery hereby calls photographers of all ages, abilities and interests, to roam our famed mountain domain at 1297 Chemin de la Forêt in Outremont and seize this rare opportunity to memorialize the amazing history that has been preserved since 1852. Showcase your photographic talent in representing our theme for 2008: "The Spirit of the Mountain."
A jury is comprised of three photography experts will judge the photographs on criteria of fidelity to the theme, creativity, technical quality and emotional impact. Three prizes will be awarded for the Best Cemetery Images. Other prizes will be "Participants' Choice" and "Host's Choice" and your work could also be chosen for the 2009 Calendar.

The exhibition and sale will be held May 3rd and 4th, 2008 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. The Vernissage will begin at 1:00 pm, Saturday, May 3rd. The Awards Ceremony will be held at 4:00 pm, Sunday, May 4th. The deadline to register is April 15, 2008. For complete guidelines and to register, please call Andrew Sarrasin at (514) 279-7358. There is a small registration fee of $25, payable to the Friends of the Mount Royal Cemetery. A light lunch will be provided for the Photographers on Saturday at noon.

Call for Proposals : Residency and Co-Production Program at Studio XX

Studio XX accepts on-going submissions for its residency and co-production programs. Project selection is made and announced at the end of April of each year. Residencies are offered each year through three major axes offering an improved context within which Québecois and Canadian women artists may conceptualize and create, and to better accommodate the evolving realities of contemporary networked practices. Residencies are eight weeks in length and include a $750 artist's fee, 45 hours of technical support ($1125 value), access to the Studio's equipment ($3335 rental value), the possibility to participate in certain group workshops ($200-300 value), and distinct working space for the artist and her instructor. For more information about Residencies and co-production visit the Studio XX website.

Seeking Design Artist to Create award.

Village Scene Productions is seeking submissions from local artists to design an award for the Harvest - Montreal LGBT Int'l. Theatre Festivalm, the coveted 'Cornucopia'. The final selection will become the model for the prize awarded annually at the Harvest to recipients for the most noteworthy contributions to the success of this community event now in its 5th edition. The artist selected will be recognized and mentioned every year at the awards, receive a lifetime Harvest festival pass, have their web site linked and promoted through the VSP-Harvest web site, and be invited to present an award every season. In addition, there will be an unveiling at a high profile special event to the media and public, and the final product will be displayed permanently at a location with public access for year round viewing. For more information and to submit proposals, contact VSP.

Writing & Publishing

Editorial invitation to Canadian writers

Are you seeking to raise the profile of your writing? Canadian authors are invited by The Canadian National Newspaper to make editorial submission(s) on subject areas directly related to their book, or on local, provincial, national or international issues. Reference to your book would then be included in the 'About the Writer' section, with a link to your website, or the Indigo.ca or Amazon.ca book ordering form for your book. Visit the Canadian National Newspaper website for details.

Global Short Story Competition

The third monthly Global Short Story Competition is open for entries. This is an exciting opportunity for undiscovered writers world wide. The closing day for each competition is the last day of the month. The first prize is £100. The first winner was from Australia and the second competition is currently being judged, with entries from as far a field as the US, Canada, Israel, Australia and South Korea. Writers wishing to find out more about the competition, or send entries, should visit the Global Short Story website or contact John Dean.

Spring issue carte blanche

carte blanche is looking for poetry, fiction, and non-fiction for its spring issue. Send in your odes, sonnets, free verse, short stories of all types and genres, memoirs, personal essays, book reviews, literary journalism, musings on the writing process-as long as it's well written (and within the 3500 word limit) they'll consider it. For submission guidelines, visit the carte blanche website. The deadline for the next issue is March 15th. Quebec writers who are published in carte blanche will be eligible for the carte blanche prize (amount to be confirmed); awarded once a year to the best local submission. carte blanche is the online literary review of the Quebec Writers' Federation.

Scholastic seeks short fiction

Scholastic Education is looking for short stories for grade 6 readers. They should be at a reasonably high reading level and include literary devices such as flashbacks, time change, figurative languages, foreshadowing, different perspectives, symbolism, subplots, dear reader (acknowledging the reader device). Also alliteration, allusion, hyperbole, irony, metaphor, onomatopoeia, oxymoron, personification, rhetorical question, simile, and understatement.

Submissions should be 3000 words or less. They are looking for stories in all themes except pets; they do not accept stories about witchcraft and demons. Questions should be directed to Laura Smith or you can send your submissions to: Laura Smith, Scholastic Canada, 175 Hillmount Road, 3rd Floor, Markham, ON, L6C 1Z7.

Ricepaper

Ricepaper is looking for poetry, fiction, non-fiction and drama by Asian Canadians. Visit the Ricepaper website for submission guidelines.

Einstein's Tongue

The Journal of Whimsical Genius is currently accepting submissions for its first and second issues. The Tongue is edited by William Kowalski and Angela Klaassen, whose goal is to produce a quarterly online journal featuring excellent work from all disciplines: fiction, all forms of non-fiction, poetry, music, and art. "Genius", in this context, means accessing that inner spark of the sublime that exists in all of us. They are interested in creative expressions that play with expectations, push boundaries, and raise eyebrows. Visit the Einstein's Tongue website to read more detailed guidelines for submission.

Calling all Wordsmiths

Test your poetic prowess! Now in its sixth year, Contemporary Verse 2: The Canadian Journal of Poetry and Critical Writing is proud to offer the international 2-Day Poem Contest. Writers from around the world are invited to participate for two days and create the best poem they can using ten mystery words. All it takes is ten bucks and an email address to register and secure a chance at competing for three great cash prizes as well as publication in Contemporary Verse 2. The registration deadline is March 28 and is available on the CV2 website. For more information contact Clarise Foster or call (204)-949-1365.

Circumference: call for submissions

Circumference, a biannual journal of poetry in translation is currently accepting submissions for Issue 7. Circumference presents translations of new work being written around the globe, new visions of classical poems, and translations of foreign language poets of the past who have fallen under the radar of American readers. All work is presented in the original language side-by-side with its English translation. For more information about the journal, please visit the Circumference website.

The Anitgonish Review contests

The Antigonish Review is holding two writing contests. The deadline for the Poetry contest is June 30, 2008. The entry fee is $25 (includes subscription) and prizes are $600, $400, $200 & publication. Total entry can not to exceed 4 pages.

The deadline for the Fiction contest is May 31, 2008. The entry fee is $25 (includes subscription) and prizes are $600, $400, $200 & publication. Stories can be on any subject. Total entry not to exceed 20 pages. For complete guideline information on either contest, please visit the Antigonish Review website.

Writing contest: The New Anglo: Fact Meets Fiction

Tête carrée? Rich imperialist? Plastic Paddy? What are today's Anglophones really like? Let's put these stereotypes aside and try to think clearly for a second. If you were writing "the great Quebec City novel," how would you depict its Anglophone denizens on Quebec's 400th anniversary? In 500 words or less, write an excerpt from your imaginary novel introducing a character that you think embodies today's Quebec Anglophone. Contest open to all residents of the Province of Quebec. Stories must be written in English. Send all entries to info@morrin.org.

First prize: $500 prize from Quebec Writers Federation.

Youth prize (18 and under): $100 & free family membership from the LHSQ

The deadline for submissions is June 30, 2008. Contest jury presided by Louisa Blair, author of The Anglos: The Hidden Face of Quebec City. The LHSQ reserves the right to use excerpts from all submissions in its interpretation programmes or to reprint them in publications. In partnership with the Quebec Writers' Federation

Matrix No. 80 The Gallows Humour Dossier

Matrix magazine is now accepting submissions for its Gallows Humour Dossier. Matrix is looking for your darkest, most absurd and sardonic, witty, acerbic, ironic and sarcastic unpublished writing. Edited by Mike Spry. Poetry: (3–5 poems). Fiction: (3500 words max.). The deadline for submissions is April 11, 2008. Please send submissions to Mike Spry.

QWF Prize for Children's and Young Adult Literature

The Quebec Writers' Federation is delighted to announce the creation of The QWF Prize for Children's and Young Adult Literature, sponsored by Babar Books. The prize of $2,000 will be awarded annually to the author of the eligible book of fiction, non-fiction or poetry that the jury deems to have made the most significant contribution to the body of Quebec English-language children's and young adult literature. A formal call for submissions and submission forms will be available for downloading from the QWF website starting the third week of April. The primary deadline for submissions will be May 31, 2008.

The Rover

Writers wanted for creation of an on-line arts journal based in Montreal but not limited by geography. It's the writing that counts! Especially needed: film and music criticism, reporting. Submit your resume to The Rover Editorial Committee. For more info, see the Rover website.

First Human Potential Writing Competition

INHOUSEPRESS invites short story entries (1000 words max.) for the First Human Potential Writing Competition. The winning entry will be published online. The deadline for submissions is March 28, 2008. Open to Canadian and US entrants. Entry is free. For more details visit the INHOUSEPRESS website.

Other Voices Contest

Other Voices, the journal of Literary and Visual Arts, is hosting a Creative Non-Fiction Contest. The prize is $250 for the winning entry. There is a $25 entry fee (includes subscription) for one story (5000 words max) or up to five poems. It costs $5 extra for each additional entry. Cheque or money order payable to Other Voices Publishing Society. Submissions must be submitted via regular mail to: Other Voices, Box 52059, 8210–109 St. Edmonton AB, T6G 2T5, by Monday March 31, 2008. For more information, visit the Other Voices website.

JOB OFFERS

Executive Director Position - Quebec Drama Federation

The Quebec Drama Federation represents Anglophone theatre companies and artists in the province of Quebec, and is presently accepting applications for the position of Executive Director. This position requires a person with innovative ideas for the promotion and continuing development of English-language theatre in Quebec as well as initiative and vision to lead this dynamic organization to new challenges, including closer ties within the Francophone theatrical milieu.


The candidate will be bilingual and have worked a minimum of five years as a theatre practitioner and will demonstrate proven skills in lobbying and marketing/promotion. The Executive Director works closely with an active board of directors and must possess excellent communication and inter-personal skills, as well as knowledge of and practice in accounting principles. A degree in arts administration is desirable, along with computer literacy and familiarity with the preparation of grant applications and knowledge of various government subsidy programmes. Knowledge of the Quebec artistic community is also an added asset.

The Search Committee is accepting applications immediately. Please send résumés and a brief outline of your interest via e-mail or fax to:

The Search Committee
Quebec Drama Federation
460 Ste Catherine St. W.,
Suite 807,
Montreal, Quebec
H3B 1A7
Fax: 514-483-4080

Quebec Drama Federation is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified persons.

The South Shore Reading Council: Coordinator

The South Shore Reading Council (SSRC) is a not-for-profit literacy organization providing volunteer tutoring services to English speaking individuals on the South Shore of Montreal. SSRC is currently seeking a coordinator. The coordinator has the opportunity to implement innovative programs in keeping with the community's needs and the Council's Mission. This is a part time position, approximately 20 hours/week. Contract renewable annually. Timeline: August 2008 to June 30, 2009. Approximately 47 weeks - $19,000. Send letter of application and CV to Lillian Hartley. Application Deadline: March 17.

Banff Centre on Literary Journalism: Residency

The Banff Centre is offering a program involving off-site manuscript development (April 21 to June 20, 2008) and an on-site residency (July 7 to August 2, 2008). This program offers eight established non-fiction writers an opportunity to develop a major essay, memoir, or feature article. Writers are encouraged to explore new ideas in journalism, or to work on a culturally relevant piece that might otherwise be difficult to complete. In addition to a $3,000 commission, successful applicants may also receive financial assistance to cover the program fee, accommodation, meals, and travel costs.


The deadline for application is Friday March 14, 2008. For more information and to apply contact The Banff Centre, Office of the Registrar, 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Box 1020, Banff, Alberta T1L 1H5, CA, call 1-800-565-9989 or 1-403-762-6180, or visit the Banff Centre website.

Auditions for Theatre in the Parks 2008

Repercussion Theatre is proud to announce open auditions for its Theatre in the Parks / Théâtre en plein air festival 2008, including Les fourberies de Scapin / Scapin: The Schemer by Molière and The Tempest / La Tempête by Shakespeare. Both shows will be mounted in French and English versions, though perfect bilingualism is not required. Auditions will be held March 13 to 15 by appointment only. Please send your resumé and head shot to: Brigid Wilkinson 111-1006 de la montagne, Montréal (Québec) H3G 1Y7. Phone: (514) 931-2644.

Casting Call for "Three Mothers"

Peripheria Productions seeks an actress in her 50s to play a Jewish woman for the short film "Three Mothers" by Daniel Schachter. Production will begin late April / early May. This is a paid job, and the project is being funded by SODEC and TeleQuebec. The actress must be willing to drive a car and smoke a few cigarettes. ACTRA members preferred. For more information about the film, visit the Peripheria website. To audition, please contact Yanick.

Job Opportunity for Translators

Hélène Béchard is looking for someone who specializes in translation to revise an English translation of Diroo and the Mystery of Easter Island, a book/CD-ROM set for children age 3–7, originally in French. To learn more about Diroo, visit the L'Île aux Dix Roues website.

The documents to be revised consists of the text of a 9x8", 56-page book, illustrated in colour (mostly illustration, little text); some short dialogues from the CD-ROM (6 parts, about 7 word pages); and narration from the CD-ROM (just over 8000 words in total).

The candidate will possess English as a native language, a very good knowledge and comprehension of the French language, 2–3 years of completed translation studies, an excellent command of written English and English linguistics, a love of children's literature, and professional translation experience. Experience working with children would be an advantage.

The deadline to apply is Monday March 31, 2008.To apply, please contact: Hélène Béchard, 3980, av. Mont-Royal Est, #11, Montréal, (QC), H1X 1Y4
Work : 514-849-2021, Cell. : 514-231-3814

Coordinateur du projet Outiller la relève artistique montréalaise

Le Conseil des arts de Montréal recherche une personne qui puisse prendre en charge la coordination des activités et le développement du projet Outiller la relève artistique montréalaise 2008-2010. Ce projet, en partenariat avec le Forum jeunesse de l'Île de Montréal, vise à mettre en place des mesures qui favorisent l'intégration professionnelle des artistes, le développement du soutien financier et l'implantation d'outils qui répondent aux besoins de la relève artistique montréalaise. Pour tous les détails concernant cette offre, veuillez consulter le site web du Conseil des arts de Montréal.

Submit a workshop

Studio 303's morning workshops focus on research, creative process, alternative techniques and are open to all stages of artists (actors, visual artists who do performances, dancers, mimes, circus artists, etc.). To submit a workshop, you must fill out the application form and send it by email. Studio 303 aims to respond to all submissions within 3 weeks after reception.

Mainline Seeks Volunteer Coordinator

Mainline Theatre is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator for the 2008 Fringe. The contract goes from March 1–June 30 and pays $4000. The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, and otherwise managing between 250-300 volunteers. Please send your CV to Patrick.

Canada Council seeks Head of Endowments & Prizes

The Canada Council for the Arts has posted the job profile for Head of Endowments & Prizes on its website. The person in this position is responsible for the Council's wide array of arts prizes and awards, the Musical Instrument Bank, and the Killam and Diefenbaker Programs, which are designed for senior scholars. For more information or for a complete job profile, please contact Rachelle Malone at (613) 566-4414, extension 4114, or at 1-800-263-5588 extension 4114. Applications can also be sent by fax to (613) 566-4323. Please submit applications to Mélanie Francoeur, Human Resources, quoting competition number 4202. For further information please visit the Canada Council website. Applications must be received no later than March 20, 2008.

Casting Call for "David"

Artistic director Davyn Ryall is seeking a French speaking male actor for the production of DAVID 'en francais', a solo (mulit-media: video & original music) performance, from the original English text by Joseph Bembridge & Bryn Symonds. DAVID is a one-man show exploring characterization and themes creating a slightly jaded and sympathetic brat called Nick, who is in the process of understanding himself. The actor should be age range mid to late twenties, 5'8"- 6'2," very attractive, in excellent physical shape, and proficient in French. This is a high risk role and requires strong improvisational talent. Very limited partial nudity required.

Pre-production will take place in summer 2008. Production is scheduled for October 2008. UDA/ACT - profit share. Prepare a -2 minute contemporary monologue. Incorporate physical movement into the audition piece. Prepare a separate movement / dance piece to contemporary dance, pop, or rock music of -1 minute. Applications accepted until May. Auditions held mid-May. Call backs end-May. Final selection made in June. Contact VSP with photo and cv for appointment.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Internship - MUCS Communications Coordinator

The MUCS (Montreal Urban Community Sustainment) Project is looking for a Communications Coordinator. This is a volunteer intern position at 5-10 hours per week. The Communications Coordinator will collaborate with other coordinators of the MUCS Project to facilitate internal and external communications. Tasks will include weekly electronic news bulletins; regular website updates; maintaining an online events calendar; participation in weekly planning sessions; and revising and updating outreach materials. For more information, visit the MUCS website, contact MUCS Project or call (514) 312-7074.

Internship - MUCS Membership Coordinator

The MUCS Project is looking for a Membership Coordinator. This is a volunteer intern position at 5-10 hours per week. The Membership Coordinator will collaborate with other coordinators of the MUCS Project to oversee outreach, contact-tracking, and follow-up with MUCS volunteers, personal donors, and other members. For the tasks involved and more information about the position, visit the MUCS website, contact MUCS Project or call (514) 312-7074.

Epona Integrated Riding Foundation

The Epona Integrated Riding Foundation is a non-profit foundation dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of youth that are academically and/or socially "at risk." Epona offers a Stay in School Program, linked with an Equestrian program for youth aged 5 to 17 and provides a tutoring program and liaison between the home and the school. Epona services the Southwest area of Montréal and are presently looking for volunteer tutors to commit to tutoring one hour a week in the Pointe Saint Charles or Lasalle area. If you are interested in helping, contact Pascale Khoury, Program Coordinator or call (514) 806-9548.

infringement festival seeks artists, organizers and volunteers

This June, the Montreal infringement Festival turns five and you're invited. Infringement is looking for organizers, artists and volunteers and since this is a festival run by artists for artists, everyone is encouraged to play as many roles as they want to. All types of artistic expression are welcome: theatre, music, film, visual arts, street performance, spoken-word, culture-jamming, workshops and anyone who wants to artistically infringe on the monoculture that surrounds us every day.

There is plenty that needs to be done now, in the next few months and during the festival itself. Help is needed with show coordination, promotion, recruiting artists and volunteers, graphic design, translation, planning special events during the festival and fundraisers before it and in many other areas. If you would like to help organize the festival or support it by volunteering, contact infringement. For more information, please call (514) 699-FEST (3378) or visit the infringement website.

Seeking street performers and improvisational artists...

Village Scene Productions - Harvest V is seeking voluntary assistance from local artistic talents to help with a special high profile event on Wednesday, (late afternoon and evening) April 30th. Improvisational skilled actors, street performers, puppeteers, dancers and musicians. A unique opportunity with great fun to expose your talent, art, and get some extra promotion. Contact VSP for more information and to offer your support.

Upcoming Grant Deadlines

Canada Council Releases Action Plan for 2008–2011

On February 13th, The Canada Council for the Arts released its Action Plan for the next three years, including plans for the distribution of $31.5 million in new funding in 2008–09. The Canada Council's Action Plan cites specific strategies and activities aligned with the five broad directions in its Strategic Plan, which was released in October. For detailed information on the distribution of funds under the Canada Council's Action Plan for 2008–2011, please consult the full text on the Canada Council website.

The following are the upcoming deadlines for applications at the Canada Council for the Arts. Please check the Canada Council website for more information or call 1-800-263-5588 x5060.

All Disciplines
Artists and Community Collaboration Program (ACCP)

Dates vary

Aboriginal Arts Secretariat
Aboriginal Peoples Collaborative Exchange – National and International Project Grants

15 May 2008

Elder/Youth Legacy Program: Support for Aboriginal Artistic Practices (Pilot)

15 May 2008

Capacity Building Initiative: Annual Support for Aboriginal Administrative Artistic Practices (Pilot)

15 May 2008

The Flying Squad: Audience and Market Development

1 April 2008 (for Performing Arts) and 15 April 2008 (for Media Arts, Visual Arts and Multidisciplinary Organizations)

Dance
Production Project Grants in Dance

15 March 2008

The Dance Flying Squad I: An Organizational Development Program in Dance

1 April 2008

Support for Creation-based Collaborations: Local, National and International (Pilot Program)

1 May 2008

Dance Touring Grants - National

1 May 2008

Dance Touring Grants - International (Pilot Program)

1 May 2008

Dance Presenter Support: Festivals

1 May 2008

Dance Presenter Support: Foreign Artists Tours

1 May 2008

Inter-Arts
The Flying Squad: An Organizational Development Program in Inter-Arts

15 April 2008

Integrated Arts Program for Professional Artists: Research/Creation, Production and Professional Development Project Grants

1 May 2008

Integrated Arts Program for Professional Artists: Artists and Community Collaboration Program for Artists

1 May 2008

Music
New Music Program (annual funding and project funding)

15 March 2008

Grants for Specialized Music Sound Recording

1 April 2008

The Flying Squad: An Organizational Development Program in Music

1 April 2008

Concert Production and Rehearsal Program for Aboriginal, Classical, Folk, Jazz and World Music

15 May 2008

Grants for Specialized Music Distribution

15 May 2008

Media Arts
Aboriginal Media Arts Program

1 April 2008

Canada Council for the Arts/Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council New Media Initiative

15 April 2008

The Flying Squad: An Organizational Development Program in Media Arts

15 April 2008

Annual Assistance for Programming

1 May 2008

Media Arts Project Grants (including Artists and Community Collaboration)

1 May 2008

Theatre
Grants for Translations of Canadian Works

Any time

The Flying Squad: An Organizational Development Program in Theatre

1 April 2008

Grants to Theatre Artists

15 April 2008

Theatre Touring and Special Initiatives Program

1 May 2008

Theatre Presenting Program

1 May 2008

Theatre International Program

1 May 2008

Visual Arts
International Residencies Program in Visual Arts

1 April 2008

Project Grants for Organizations in the Visual Arts

15 April 2008

Artists and Community Collaboration Program (ACCP)

15 April 2008

The Flying Squad: An Organizational Development Program in Visual Arts

15 April

Travel Grants to Professionals in the Visual Arts

1 June 2008

Writing and Publishing
International Translation Grants

Any time

Co-operative Projects in Writing and Publishing (annual project grants)

15 March 2008

Governor General's Literary Awards

15 March 2008

Grants for Professional Writers: Creative Writing (for French-Language works)

1 April 2008

Spoken Word and Storytelling Program

15 April 2008

Book Publishing Support: Grants for Art Books

15 April

Book Publishing Support: Translation Grants

Any time

Public Lending Right Commission registration period

15 February to 1 May 2008, of special interest to published writers

Travel Grants

Any time (at least 6–10 weeks before departure date; varies with each section) for all disciplines except Visual Arts, which has four precise deadline dates: 1 January, 1 March, 1 June, and 1 October. Please check Canada Council website for more information.

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Member News

Want to know what your fellow ELAN members are up to? This month, we have info about the following members:

Abu Jafar

Abu Jafar creates large canvases that are riots of colour, yet conjure simple images and impressions - rain dripping slowly down a windowpane or the colours of an optimistic summer's day. His painting "Under the Blue" is currently for sale in silent auction at Asia House, 63 New Cavendish Street, London. This painting took many years to complete, through the painstaking process of layering colour on top of colour resulting in a luminescence and the sense of a moment halted. Proceeds from the sale will benefit victims of the cyclone Sidr, which struck Bangladesh in November 2007. The reserve price is $23,010.00. To place a bid, please contact Sophie Persson at Asia House +44(0)27307 5454. The Auction will close on Friday March 7, 2008.

Muriel Gold, C.M., Ph.D.

Muriel Gold, former Artistic Director of the Saidye Bronfman Centre, was recently named to the Order of Canada for lifetime achievement in the field of theatre and drama. With a view that theatre could serve as a bridge between cultures, she was a pioneer in introducing French-Canadian plays to English audiences. It was early in her tenure that Dora Wasserman's Yiddish theatre became a resident company of the Centre. Her latest book "A Gift for their Mother. The Saidye Bronfman Centre Theatre. A History" was published by MIRI productions last October. Close to 150 people turned up for the book launch held at the Segal Centre. In addition, her chapter "Unrestricted Dream" was included in the book "Living Legacies: A Collection of Inspirational Contemporary Jewish Women" edited by Liz Pearl, PK Press, 2008. She is the author of other books including "Tell Me Why Nights are Lonesome" Shoreline Press, 2004, "The Fictional Family in Drama, Education and Groupwork" CC Thomas 1990 and "Therapy Through Drama. The Fictional Family." CC Thomas, 2000.

Paulina Abarca-Cantin

Paulina is the Producer of Women in Film and Television International's Short Film Showcase featuring nine of the best short films directed by women worldwide, culled from five leading international Festivals. The Showcase will screen in twenty cities worldwide - including Montreal! - simultaneously, and for one night only: International Women's Day. Do not miss this unique opportunity to see great short films! With special guest, Australian award-winning Director, Denie Pentecost. "Birthday Girl" by Montreal's own Erin Laing will also be screened. The Showcase will go down in Montreal on March 8th, at 7pm at CinemaSpace at The Segal Centre. Visit the WIFTI website for locations in other cities.

Beverly Akerman

Beverly Akerman's story "Spilt Milk" was a finalist in The 2007 Writers' Union of Canada Short Prose Competition for Developing Writers. This is the second time she has received this honour. "Paternity," about to be published in Descant, was her 2005 entry for the same competition.

Cheryl Braganza

Montreal artist Cheryl Braganza is presently displaying 12 of her recent paintings in India at the Attic Gallery of Contemporary Art in the capital city of Panjim, Goa. The exhibit runs from February 20th for one month. The works are in acrylic on canvas and have been painted on site in Goa. To see the works on display, visit the Picture Trail website.

David James

Glass artist David James of Sutton, Québec is successfully exploring new media. He has transformed his cast glass sculpture 'Heaven & Earth' into a monumental Belfast black granite work. The base is in black granite, rough and highly polished. Sitting on top is a mirror-finished 30-inch diameter stainless steel ball. The two-part sculpture is 60 inches long, 30 inches wide and 52 inches high. It weighs about 1,500 pounds. It has been accepted for this year's exhibition of public art at the sculpture park at the Côte d'Ardoise vineyard, west of Dunham in the Eastern Townships of Québec. The original sculpture in glass is one foot long.

RAIQ

The Regroupement des arts interdisciplinaires du Québec (RAIQ) has launched their new website. On their site, you will find a repertoire of interdisciplinary practice in Quebec, discussion groups, and news updates on the interdisciplinary scene. This website links to popstart, promoting artists and interdisciplinary organizations across Canada.

Village Scene Productions

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Workshops & Seminars

Who needs Oscars when there are Fruties to be won... Village Scene Productions' William & James was nominated for two FFF (NYC Fresh Fruit Festival) awards: Best performance by an actor in a leading role for Ryan Brown (William), and Best playwright for Robert Tsonos. The awards will be distributed at a ceremony held on Monday evening, April 28 in NYC. William & James (Davyn Ryall director) with Ryan Brown (Ottawa) & Christian Bugden (Montreal) played 4 performances in July 2007 off-off-Broadway at the Cherry Lane Theatre in NYC. For a list of all of the nominees visit the FFF website.

ALL DISCIPLINES

Reserve your free ticket for the Laurentian Youth Forum!

Taking Our Place youth empowerment project hosts their all-day youth forum Saturday March 15. Participants are invited to discuss issues that are important to them, participate in workshops to develop their leadership skills, collaborate with other youth from the region, help develop partnerships with francophone organizations, network, and socialize! Free transportation, lunch, materials, entertainment. Limited tickets available (eligible: English-speaking Laurentian youth, age 16–29). Reserve your free ticket as soon as possible. For more information or tickets visit the Taking Our Place website, send an email, or call Lise at 4 Korners: (450) 974-3940.

Townshippers' Association—Make Way for YOUth

Townshippers' Association is currently looking for graduates or soon-to-be graduates (from university, colleges or vocational training programs) aged 18–35 to participate in Make Way for YOUth exploratory weekends in March. The FREE weekends allow participants to discover (or re-discover) the Townships, develop a network of contacts and meet local employers, elected officials and entrepreneurs. Our Migration Agent is available to help interested youth find employment, start a business, research housing, childcare and other essential services in the Eastern Townships—whether or not they participate. For information/to sign up email or call (819) 566-5717 / toll free 1 (866) 566-5717.

YES Montreal—NetWORK NOW

YES Montreal presents NetWORK NOW: The YES 15-Minute Job Interview. This annual event draws together young job seekers and employers for an evening of networking and on-the-spot interviews. Providing market-ready participants a rare opportunity to interview with representatives from some of Montreal's most successful companies in the fields of their choice, NetWORK NOW also offers the perfect opportunity to network with potential candidates or employers. March 27, 5:30pm–8pm, at Delta Centre Ville, Montreal. For information on the criteria for participation including the application process, potential candidates and interested employers, contact YES Montreal immediately at (514) 878-9788 or visit the YES Montreal website.

Artist Grant Writing Lab

March 11, 2008, YES Montreal is hosting a free artist grant writing lab. This writing lab is your one-stop for the do's and don'ts of grant and proposal writing. In this hands-on lab you will not only learn about funding options, and the criteria required for different types of funding, but you will have an opportunity to work on your proposals and get answers to your questions before you send out your request. Artist and business coaches will be on hand to guide you with your applications and give advice on things such as financial assessments, budgets and timelines. So bring your documents and let's get writing. For information or to register call (514) 878-9788 or visit the YES Montreal website.

Grants & Loans Information Session for Artists

YES Montreal's Grants & Loans Information Session for Artists will be held on Thursday, March 11, 2008. The session is free, however handouts cost $1. Participants will learn about funding options available through YES. Information is also available about different community programs. Information will include eligibility criteria, targeted sectors and industries, as well as levels of funding available. Another session is scheduled for March 27, from 2:00-3:30pm. For information or to register call (514) 878-9788 or visit the YES Montreal website.

YES Montreal to host its 11th Annual Entrepreneurship Conference

YES Montreal is set to host its 11th Annual Entrepreneurship Conference, taking place on Saturday, March 8, 2008, from 8am–6pm at the Delta Centre-Ville Hotel in Montreal. The conference will offer exhibitions, a keynote address and networking opportunities, as well as workshops on the requisite skills of running a business. Mr. Guy Laframboise (President, Restaurants Subway Québec Ltée) will be addressing this year's conference, entitled "YES, Make It Your Way."

With a variety of workshops to choose from, ranging from internet marketing to social entrepreneurship, branding to financing, this year's conference also features a brand new segment offering roundtable meetings with experts speaking on topics such as family businesses, grants & loans, the legal aspects of franchising, the future in business and women in entrepreneurship. Registration is currently underway. Please go to the YES Montreal website for details.

FILM & TELEVISION

Broadcast yourself!

Are you between the ages of 9 and 13? Do you have a message to tell the world? Would you like to star in a video production that is broadcast on YouTube and Google Video? Come participate in the creation of Collective Vision's next video. You will have the chance to write and act in the movie as well as use technical devices like microphones and professional cameras. Classes are limited to 8–12 youth participants. The cost of the course is $80. This course begins March 12th, 2008 and continues every Wednesday from 5:45–7:00 pm for ten weeks, at St. Monica's Church, 6405 Terrebonne Ave. To view examples of past student projects visit the Co-op Collective Vision website.

VISUAL ARTS

Printmaking and Papermaking workshops with Claude Aimée Villeneuve

Experienced artist and printmaker, Claude Aimée Villeneuve is offering two weekend workshops at the Georges-Vanier cultural centre. There will be a monotype weekend workshop offered on March 8th and 9th and an introduction to papermaking workshop on March 29th and 30th. The cost for one weekend workshop is $100. For more information, contact Claude Aimée Villeneuve or call (514) 457-0323. To register call (514) 934-4978

Contemporary Watercolour Techniques with Acrylics

The Centre St-Ambroise (5080 St-Ambroise) is hosting a watercolour workshop on Sunday March 30, 2008 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. This one-day workshop explores techniques that evoke the brilliance and dynamism of watercolour painting, as well as exploring unusual grounds suitable for watercolour technique. The cost is $90 (ALL materials provided). For more info or to register contact Dave Cool or call (514) 939-3060, ext.231.

Crochet Animals

Learn the basics of crocheting in the round as well as the shaping techniques that allow you to make simple, three-dimensional animals. During this workshop, participants will learn to work without a pattern. The cost is $70 + tax for 4 classes of 2 hours each. Classes will take place on Thursdays (either 1:30 PM–3:30 PM or 7 PM–9 PM) from March 20–April 10 at La Grande Ourse, 263, Duluth Ave. East. To register call (514) 847-1207.

Knitting for beginners

Explore the basics of knitting and beyond - start making simple accessories, such as a shoulder shrug (with or without sleeves), a stole, or a triangular shawl. These workshops will be taught in French and will take place Wednesday evenings, from 6 pm–8 pm at Maillagogo (337 Rue De Castelnau East). This is a 5 week workshop series, beginning March 5th. The cost is $100 + tax. To register call (514) 495-4089.

PERFORMING ARTS

Studio 303

Studio 303 offers a wide range of professional-level workshops to the dance and other performing arts communities. These workshops focus more on creative process and alternative techniques than on a daily regime. During March, Studio 303 has an exciting line-up of workshops including: the Blender, How to make a political circus in 6 hours or less, Physical Theatre, Boot camp For Procrastinators, Voice the Singing Body, and Lighting 101. Space is limited & reservations are recommended. Visit the Studio 303 website for complete workshop descriptions.

Prince Edward Island Conservatory

The PEI Conservatory is the only environment offering common training for professional, student and amateur performing artists, as well as for people who work in the arts, education or cultural industries (or would like to!) Located in North Rustico Village on the northern end of the beautiful Prince Edward Island. All participants come together each morning for rigorous fundamentals in voice, yoga and acting followed by afternoon scene study. The PEI Conservatory offers one-week intensive workshops in acting, writing, and directing from July 28–Aug 8, 2008. Auditions will be held in Montreal on MARCH 29, 2008. The Montreal contact is Julia Lenardon, The National Theatre School of Canada, (514) 842-7954 Ext 127. For more information, visit the PEI Conservatory website.

Professional Shakespeare Level II

Repercussion Theatre will be offering a follow-up class to its Professional Shakespeare Training Level I. This course will further explore the techniques necessary to bring Shakespeare's magnificent language to life on the stage. Once mastered, this particular specialization will give you the tools to excel in all aspects of an acting career - be it voice work, film and television, or the whole range of the theatre repertoire from Shakespeare to Mamet. This course will take place March 19th - April 19th, Sundays 3–6 pm and Wednesdays 7–10 pm (the final class will be Saturday, not Sunday). The teachers will be Rea Nolan and Peter Farbridge. The cost for the entire course is $360 + taxes. Spaces are available for those students who did not take Shakespeare Level I. Please contact Repercussion Theatre for more details: (514) 931-2644.

WRITING & PUBLISHING

Quebec Writers' Federation Workshops

QWF's spring workshop schedule has just been posted on their website! There is an exciting line-up eight-week evening workshops with most of them beginning in the first week of March, as well as a variety of intensive Saturday workshops. Registration is filling up fast, so be sure and check out the QWF website today. Click on the title of the workshops that interests you for a full description.

Workshop about how to promote your book

Barbara Florio Graham is joining forces with another publicity expert to present a half-day workshop, "How to Promote Your Book or Your Business," at the National Library of Canada in Ottawa on Saturday April 19, 2008. A copy of Bobbi's award-winning book, Five Fast Steps to Low-Cost Publicity, is included in the registration fee. Handouts for that workshop will be available over the summer, as a limited time bonus to anyone who purchases the book. To register visit the Simon Teakettle website.

Blue Metropolis 2008 Writing Workshops

Blue Metropolis will once again present a series of workshops/master classes for professional and emerging writers in partnership with Summer Literary Seminars (SLS) during the 10th annual Blue Metropolis Montreal International Literary Festival (April 30–May 4, 2008). These small workshops are led by an internationally recognized writer who will also be participating in public festival events. Participants are chosen on a first-come, first-served basis and are advised to register early. The deadline for registration is March 12, 2008. For a complete list of workshops, consult the Blue Metropolis website.

Arts Criticism Workshops

QDF, QWF and The Rover are collaborating on a series of workshops designed to help writers hone their critical skills and break into the media. Gazette Film Critic John Griffin will lead four intensive sessions on writing about film for the mass media. Toronto Star staff writer John Goddard will lead the music criticism workshops. Marianne Ackerman, former Gazette theatre critic and free-lance writer, will lead the theatre criticism & feature writing class. Dance critic and free-lance writer, Phillip Szporer, will lead the dance criticism workshops. For more info and registration details please visit the Rover website.

A Play on Words: Getting Your Work Published

Come and meet local literary luminary Simon Dardick from Montreal's legendary publishing house Véhicule Press, as he discusses getting your work in print and out there, on Tuesday March 25th, 2008 from 6:30pm–8:30pm. For over 30 years, Véhicule Press has been publishing prize-winning books in the literary realms of poetry, fiction, social history, Quebec Studies, Jewish Studies, Jazz History and restaurant guides. Sign-up and get helpful hints about where and how to get your work published in Montreal. The cost is $10. Registration is required. For more information or to register visit the YES Montreal website or call (514) 878-9788.

PWAC Quebec "Freelancer Boot Camp '08"

Professional Writers Association of Canada is hosting a Freelancer Boot Camp on Saturday, April 5 from 12:45 pm to 5 pm at Concordia University (Loyola campus) 7141 Sherbrooke Street West, Communication Studies and Journalism Building Room CJ 3.306. This half-day workshop presents a series of expert speakers about important freelancer topics, including accounting for freelancers, home office ergonomics, blogging and podcasting, and basic photography tips for writers looking to sell images along with their words. Coffee, juice and snacks will be provided. All attendees are asked to RSVP. Admission is free for PWAC members, $20 for non-members, and $10 for Concordia journalism students. For more information, contact Ian Howarth.

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ELAN Classifieds

Création de site Internet sans frais pour un organisme communautaire!

Le Collège Salette, en collaboration avec le CABM, cherche un organisme à but non lucratif désireux d'obtenir plusieurs propositions sans frais de concept pour un site Web. Le Collège Salette est une institution d'enseignement privé de niveau collégial spécialisée en communications graphiques. Son programme principal, 'Concepteur infographiste', exige des étudiants qu'ils développent un concept de site internet pour un organisme. Le Collège demande la collaboration d'un organisme réel, intéressé à recevoir des propositions de site, dont il détiendra par la suite tous les droits en vue d'une éventuelle mise en ligne. Un seul organisme par session est accepté. Aucun frais. Pour information : Lise Goudreau

Rehearsal Studio for Rent

Rent a 2000 sq ft rehearsal studio in a large industrial loft space in Little Italy. Available all through February, March, April and May. Morning, afternoon or evening rehearsals. Hardwood floors, concrete walls, lots of sunlight. Access to bathrooms and fridge. Hourly or monthly rates can be negotiated. Space is located on Clark near Jean-Talon, one block from de Castelneau metro and the 55 bus. Contact Eliane or call (514) 569-1519 for more info.

Studio Space for Rent

Suite 412, 10 Pins W. (corner of St. Laurent) 20 feet by 20 feet with hardwood floors For dance / theatre rehearsals only Available after 5pm and on weekends anytime Private bathroom & kitchen in space
$5 per hour (if bought in 30 block / payable in advance + taxes). For more information contact: Adrienne (514) 844-2472 or info@apathyisboring.com

Mainline's Fourplay Card

Get 4 Tickets for $48 with MainLine's new FourPlay Card. To purchase your tickets to the following shows for $12 each: Jan. 29–Feb.16, Hedda Gabler, by Henrik Ibsen, adapted by Judith Thompson (MainLine Theatre); Feb. 20–23, Richard III, by William Shakespeare (A Company of Fools / MainLine Theatre); Apr. 16–27, A Lie of the Mind, by Sam Shepard (Fallen Angel Productions); May. 1–17, short story long, by joel fishbane (Pumpkin Theatre). Your FourPlay card can be used to purchase one ticket to each show, four tickets to one show, or any combination in between. 514-849-3378. www.mainlinetheatre.ca/fourplay.htm

Free Art Materials

Matériaux pour les Arts Montreal is a re-employment project that collects assorted objects from industries, businesses, and institutions and makes them available for free to artists, organizations, and educational institutions to use in their creative projects. To find out how you can participate, visit the Matériaux pour les Arts Montreal web site or email nbini@mamontreal.qc.ca.

Perfect Writer's Studio for rent

Charming, renovated first floor studio (8–9 steps up from ground level) in lovely condition in small, quiet, six unit townhouse. Very bright with two huge, elegant windows overlooking the gardens of the Canadian Centre for Architecture. Hardwood floors, pot lights, IKEA kitchenette, tiled bath, decorative marble fireplace. Immediate Occupancy. $625 downtown at Fort & Baile Hydro extra approx $620/yr. Fridge, stove, and hot water included. For more info & pictures, please email Elizabeth.

Writing for Children Source Materials

Perfect material for someone starting out writing for children. For sale: $20 for the lot:
Canadian Children's Literature Quarterly 1992–99, The Hornbook Magazine 1999–2006, Children's Writer 1994–2007, CANSCAIP News, Children's Book Insider, SCBWI, Byline Magazine, 1990s Writing Picture Books by Kathy Stinson, Writers on Writing: Guide to writing and illustrating Children's Books, Writing Juvenile Stories and Novels by Phyllis A. Whitney, How to Make Pop-Ups by Joan Irvine illustrated by Barbara Reid. Contact Susan Lee or call (450) 258-2582.

Graphics For Hire

Do you need animated set designs? Do you need elaborate presentations for your company to promote itself? Do you need a website? I offer all of these services and much more. For a free estimate, call (514) 576-5332.

Five Fast Steps to Low-Cost Publicity

This book is a comprehensive manual covering all the basics for promoting artists, writers, and other cultural entrepreneurs, as well as those who operate any type of small business. It won an award from IABC when it was first published, has been updated and revised, and continues to receive rave reviews. Priced at an affordable $25 (postpaid). Dense with information, the book's table of contents is on the Simon Teakettle website. Mail a cheque to B.F. Graham, 535 Charles-Desnoyers, Gatineau, QC J8P 3X4.

Creating with sound

An invitation to dancers, visual, spoken word and video artists to collaborate with experienced composer, performer, improvisor and soundscaper. Contact Allyna or call (819) 876-5682.

Extra Large Bright Cozy Furnished Room for Rent

Metro Rosemount (5min) Laurier (10min). Extra large bright cozy furnished room available weekly $150 or monthly $400 all included. Mountain view. Access to w/d, kitchen/bath, private yard. Ideal for touring artist or visiting student. Walking distance to Plaza St-Hubert. In friendly (ground floor) home shared with non-smoking couple with pets (cat & dog). Call Davyn & Ricky at (514) 656-3420.

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