Have you recently taken stock of the day-to-day operations of your organization or business to determine where you sit on the accessibility scale? Feel you don’t quite measure up? Then you’re not going to want to miss the next offering in our Business Workshops for Artists series. On May 17 (online via Zoom), we’re hosting […]
Spotlight on “Unlock Your Inner Creative: In Conversation with Rick Mercer & Taylor Young”
Launched last May, Business & Arts NL’s “Unlock Your Inner Creative” speakers series has taken off in fine form. In 2021, we welcomed 294 attendees (online and in-person) to our first two events, featuring renowned playwright Robert Chafe of Artistic Fraud, as well as acclaimed author and entrepreneur Seth Godin. This event series focuses on […]
Spotlight on National Volunteer Week
Volunteers are the heartbeat of their communities. And those who freely give of their time and talents to help others also help build stronger, and more connected and compassionate communities in the process. This week, we celebrate National Volunteer Week and tip our hats to all those volunteers who are helping change the world, one […]
Spotlight on Marcus Gosse & the Canadian Coast Guard Mural
If you follow the Newfoundland and Labrador arts scene, you’re likely familiar with the name Marcus Gosse. The Stephenville artist’s work pays homage to his Mi’kmaq roots and immediately grabs attention through his use of symbolism and bright and vibrant colours. Represented by the Leyton Gallery of Fine Art, his work has been exhibited locally, […]
Spotlight on Guide to the Good, Dominique Hurley & the Community Spirit Treasure Hunt
It’s been a daunting couple of years for everyone, the local business and arts communities included, as we’ve navigated an array of pandemic-related challenges. But as more people are getting out and about, one local artist, a social enterprise and a number of businesses have joined forces for a fun new initiative that encourages people […]
2022 Annual Report Highlights
While the past couple of years have presented a number of challenges, the local arts and business communities have shown us how to be innovative, resilient and resourceful and deal with them head-on. As the saying goes, a rising tide lifts all boats and when it comes to a community that embraces collaboration and mutual […]