Find Your Place & Grow Forum
Build the relationships that will help you build your career.
We are thrilled to announce this all new series of FREE events and workshops
designed to help artists in Quebec build sustainable, fruitful, and dare we say, enjoyable careers in the arts in Quebec. It all starts with community connections and knowledge-sharing. The Find Your Place & Grow Forum has events for artists of all disciplines across career stages. Learn about working as a freelancer, discuss the issues that matter with peers in your discipline, or simply learn more about how to find your balance in the wild world of arts careers.
You are welcome to attend as many of the events as you’d like (and we hope you do!) Keep your eyes on our social media where we will be announcing over 20 workshops and events!
This project is part of The Community Opportunity Fund, an initiative of YES Employment + Entrepreneurship, funded by the Government of Canada’s Enabling Fund for Official Language Minority Communities.
Free Workshops, Events & Gatherings:
Social Media for Artists Who Don’t Want Social Media
Hybrid, Online & CDAHub 460 Ste.-Catherine O #511
So, you don’t like social media but you know you need it to promote your practice. This workshop which will teach you every thing you need to know to get started on a manageable social media presence.
Official Launch: Find Your Place and Grow!
Montreal arts interculturel (mai) 3680 rue Jeanne-Mance
The Find Your Place & Grow Forum welcomes you to the official launch soirée! This is a great chance to meet some folks and hear more about the events to come. Taking place on International Workers Day, join us for a 5 à 7 with ELAN staff, funders, fellow artists, and arts professionals, and Forum hosts. Whether you are starting or strengthening your journey into the English-language arts community in Quebec, let this forum be your guide!
Creating Headshots: Orientation Workshop & One-on-One Mini Tutorials
CDAHub 460 Ste.-Catherine O #511
How do you want to be seen? The first half of this workshop focuses on visual fundamentals and practical techniques for directing a subject and managing a shoot with clarity and confidence. The second half is hands-on. Participants take part in a guided studio headshot session and receive a professional portrait.
Dance Long-Table Discussion + Schmoozer
Studio 303 – 72 Ste. Catherine O.
Calling all dancers! Mark your calendars for this community discussion led by choreographer, Roger Sinha, followed by a networking schmoozer where you can connect with other members of the dance community in a laid-back environment.
Self-Taped Audition Orientation Workshop
CDAHub – 460 Ste.-Catherine O #511
What should a professional self-tape look like? What are the technical specifications casting directors need? What sort of framing do you need? Kym-Dominique Ferguson walks you through everything you need to know to create professional self-tapes and make sure nothing stands between you and a great audition.
Theatre Long-Table + Schmoozer
Centaur Theatre 453 R. Saint-François-Xavier + Live stream option
Calling all theatre folks! Mark your calendars for this community discussion at Centaur Theatre, followed by a networking schmoozer where you can connect with other members of the theatre community in a laid-back environment.
Literature Long Table Discussion
SANAAQ Room 2 – 1200 Rue du Sussex
Calling all writers! Join us to discuss: Craft and commerce, the road map to self-publishing, direct to consumer sales, and more. This will be an informal discussion where panelists as well as attendees will be able to share their ideas and questions.
Introduction to Self-Publishing and Independent Creative Income Streams
Online
Come learn about self-publishing your writing with Guy Rex Rodgers. Dive into questions of ownership, copyright, printing, and direct to reader sales. This informal online discussion is part of the Online Afternoon Tea Series.
Well-Being for Work Readiness
CDAHub 460 Ste.-Catherine O #511 + Online
Dr. Myrna Lashley, an internationally recognized clinical, teaching and, research authority in cultural psychology leads this incredible workshop on approaches to managing mental wellness and creating a sustainable artistic practice.
Speak Up: Developing Confidence for Interviews, Networking, & Pitching
Online
Whether you’re walking into a job interview, introducing yourself at an event, or pitching an idea, how you come across matters. This workshop with Svens Telemaque gives you practical tools to manage nerves, speak clearly, and leave a strong impression.
Sustainability for artists: Managing Income in Freelance & Project-Based Careers
CDAHub 460 Ste.-Catherine O #511
Join speaker Veronica Manning to learn more about how to manage your finances as an independent worker. From contract work, to gigs, to grants: how to manage your income when it is not a steady salary.
Don’t Forget the Tax Man: Self-Employment & Tax Literacy in the Arts
Online & In-Person (CDA Hub)
Join us for an informative session on all things taxes: calculating personal income taxes, figuring out GST and QST, setting up the books so your accountant will love you. Our tax expert will guide you through some of the most common obstacles faced by self-employed artists, and will be there to answer your most pressing questions!
Making AI Work For You: Integrating AI into Arts Practice
CDA Hub & Online
Can AI be useful to Artists? Does it do more than steal our art and produce soulless copies of our work? What’s is Generative AI? What are Large Language Models? How do we understand different kinds of AI? This workshop will be a quick overview on AI and its impact on arts and culture practitioners.
Navigating the Arts Ecosystem: How to Engage, Collaborate, & Create Opportunities
Online
This workshop invites artists to explore new ways of growing and stretching their creative practice. Through storytelling, shared experiences, and real-life artistic journeys, we’ll look at how to navigate change, break patterns, and find fresh ways to amplify your work.
Community Engaged Arts Discussion + Family Dinner
Teesri Dunyia Theatre, 251 Ave des Pins Ouest, #148
Join us for an interdisciplinary arts community discussion about how to navigate challenges, learn the practices of established English-language artists, and identify opportunities to succeed in Quebec’s arts world. This is a great networking and relationship-building opportunity, join us for an evening of food and friends!
Building Sustainable Creative Careers Beyond Major Urban Centers
Online
Yes, you can make a living as an Artist! Deirdre Potash guides you through possible career paths, helping you map your professional journey.
Official Forum Closing Celebration
Conseil des arts de Montréal 1210 R. Sherbrooke E
Last chance to party! Join us in celebrating the close of this incredible project. Reconnect with hosts and facilitators from the Forum, ELAN staff, funders, and all the artists and arts workers you met over the month. This will be a great opportunity to network and to solidify the budding relationships of this spring!
