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"The Cuddy" events & people happenings
Museum Management & Governance Workshop Date: November 24 & 25, 2011 There are only a few spots left! Contact us soon if you would like to register. A strong governance framework is the backbone of a healthy, sustainable and forward thinking organisation. Join facilitators Barbara Richman & Leah Hamilton as they examine the structure, management and governance of museums; the roles and responsibilities of boards, staff and volunteers; and the key tools and skills needed to fulfill those roles and responsibilities. Further details on workshop outcomes can be found by following this link. Museums are encouraged to to register both staff and board members. Registration Information
We are very pleased to acknowledge the funding support of the Museums Assistance Program from the Department of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages. ANSM recently received the news that its application for funding for the Advisory Service and Museums Studies Program, Pilot Year One was successful. Both the Advisory Service and the Museum Studies Program provide vital grassroots professional support and training for museum workers in Nova Scotia. Recognition by the Federal government, in partnership with the Provincial government, of the important work undertaken by museums in Nova Scotia and the need for training and service that improves the professional knowledge and capacity of museums for their future sustainability is an important endorsement. This funding support provides ANSM with the means to offer quality education and service at a subsidised rate for its members. Our thanks to Minister James Moore and staff at Canadian Heritage.
ANSM has recently joined the Federation of Community Organizations (FOCO), an umbrella group established in 2006 to build closer links and provide support for non-profit community organizations. FOCO’s original mandate to provide links between voluntary organizations in HRM has now been broadened to a provincial scope. FOCO provides training opportunities on human resource and related subjects at little or no cost and is looking into the potential to provide such training online. Click here to learn more about FOCO. ANSM Managing Director, Anita Price, recently participated in a FOCO sponsored introductory session on Social Enterprise and non-profits in Nova Scotia. Check out the next edition of the Beacon for more information on Social Enterprise. QR Code “How to” Guide for Museums The QR code “How to” guide prepared as part of the ANSM pilot project undertaken for the Canadian Heritage Information Network in 2010/11 is at long last available on the CHIN website. The guide provides practical information on the steps required for museums to use QR codes in their interpretation and marketing activities. ANSM’s next project with CHIN is a practical guide for museums in setting up a WiFi system at their sites. Without WiFi, visitors using their own phones and usage plans to access information linked through the QR codes can experience high "roaming" charges. WiFi at public organisations, such as libraries and museums, provides the public with the capacity to access the internet at the sites using their own equipment (smartphone, ipod, ipad...) but without incurring extra costs. This project will be undertaken over the winter months and the guide will be available late spring/early summer 2012. Call For Your EventsNova Scotian museums are brimming with creative events. We know that you are planning something exciting, and we want to help you get the word out. Email us with info on your plans, and we’ll post it on our Facebook page. ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )
Fall Regional Meeting Notices. ANSM staff are busy this fall attending the regional meetings throughout the province. The South West meeting was Friday, October 21st. We're looking forward to seeing you all at these upcoming ones!
VANS and Canada Council for the Arts are pleased to invite you to the mainspace of the Cultural Federations of Nova Scotia at 1113 Marginal Road in Halifax, NS on Friday, November 4th from 4pm-6pm for a free information session concerning Canada Council for the Arts grant programs, preparing a grant application and how Canada Council for the Art grant applications are assessed. Seating is limited, so contact Melisa Kamibayashi to register. 1-800-263-5588, ext. 4033 CCI is now accepting applications for Unpaid Internships. These positions are open to individuals who are currently enrolled in post-secondary programs leading to a diploma or degree in conservation, science, or other relevant field, and to those who have completed studies in these areas in the last five years. The application deadline is November 15, 2011. See the CCI website for more details. Community Memories Program by CHIN - CHIN is seeking african-canadian stories that can be used by teachers during black history month. Applicants must be CHIN members with fewer than 5 staff members at their museum. First-time contributors receive $5000, and subsequent exhibits will receive $2500. See their website for more information. Funding for the War of 1812 projects - The Department of Canadian Heritage can support a variety of projects, including commemorative events and ceremonies, learning materials, exhibits, historical re-enactments, interpretive programming and tours, festivals, plaques and monuments, documentary films, educational websites, interactive new media content, theatrical and musical performances, artwork and research projects. If you are interested in applying for funding, contact a program officer at the Secretariat to discuss your project idea. Visit their website for more information. - In 2012, Canada will mark the 60th anniversary of the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Queen of Canada. To celebrate this Diamond Jubilee, the Department of Canadian Heritage (PCH) is making available funding for community celebrations in honour of The Queen's 60-year reign, her service and dedication to this country. For more information and guidelines please visit PCH’s site. http://www.pch.gc.ca/eng/1315852578931/1316017942769 - CMA is pleased to announce that funding for Preserving Canadian Treasures is available again this year. Preserving Canadian Treasures is a funding program to assist small museums with the conservation and preservation of their collections. Deadline: November 30, 2011. For more information, contact Véronique Chikuru at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . CHIN is pleased to issue a Call for Proposals for the Virtual Exhibits Investment Program. The deadline is November 16, 2011 at 5:00pm. See their website for more information. The 2011 Tourism Summit - The Tourism Connection is being held November 27th - 29th at the World Trade and Convention Centre in Halifax. Register before October 31st and save 15%. See their website for more information. |
