Thinking about how to prepare your business for the post-pandemic environment? Join us for a virtual session with two co-authors of the Brookfield Institute’s foresight research report: Yesterday’s Gone: Exploring the Future of Canada’s Labour Market in a Post-COVID World. Learn how broad societal trends – such as the shift to virtual activities, and the growing recognition of the importance of equity, inclusion and mental well-being-- might influence the creative sector labour market as the pandemic recedes and a new normal sets in.

Speakers:

Heather Russek, Collaborator, Brookfield Institute for Innovation + Entrepreneurship (Ryerson University) and Principal, Creative Futures

Jessica Thornton, Collaborator, Brookfield Institute for Innovation + Entrepreneurship (Ryerson University) and Principal, Creative Futures

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Ontario Creates partnered with VICE Media Group to identify interest and awareness across different types of roles in the Canadian cultural media landscape. Join us to learn about findings from our 360-degree exploration of the creative workforce, inclusive of those in the spotlight and those who keep the lights on.

The creative landscape is changing as younger generations take over these industries. Through this research, we present the career toolkit needed for the culture makers of the future, along with a blueprint for building up tomorrow’s cultural business leaders.

Speakers:

Julie Arbit, Global SVP, Insights at VICE Media Group

Lauren Greenspan, Senior Director, Insights, North America at VICE Media Group

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The creative industries were among the sectors most adversely impacted by the pandemic. Hear how the pandemic pushed companies to redefine their traditional revenue models and content offerings in order to adapt to a radically different environment. How have these innovations helped film, music, and publishing companies weather the last 18 months, and when things return to normal, will these new models and strategies remain in place?

Moderator :

Marina Adam, Manager, Ontario Music Office

Panelists:

Hilary Hart, Director of Acquisitions & Distribution, Game Theory Films

Robert Dees, President & Publisher, Robert Rose Inc.

TiKA, Artist, Film Composer, Founder, StereoVisual

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In a world increasingly confronted with the need for immediate environmental action, what are Ontario’s creative industries doing to protect the future of the planet and lower harmful emissions? Join us for a discussion between experts from the music and screen sectors to hear how and why these industries are working to improve their own environmental practices.

Moderator :

Jen Knoch, Senior Editor - ECW Press

Panelists:

Brighid Fry, Music Declares Emergency, and half of the indie band Moscow Apartment

Music Declares Emergency (MDE) is an independent group, created by artists, music industry professionals and organisations concerned at the lack of a cohesive, industry-wide response to the climate emergency.

Chris Dunn, Production Consultant, Film Initiatives, Ontario Creates and Ontario Green Screen

Ontario Green Screen is the collaborative initiative between government, industry partners, unions, guilds, trade associations and companies that endeavors to make lasting change in the industry and to empower individuals, production companies and studios to make sustainable choices.

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