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Bob Shindle was an extraordinary person with deep ties to the Canadian Entertainment industry. He was generous with his time and guidance and touched many backstage and in front of house. Regrettably, January 17, 2023, Bob passed away at Princess…
Read more Bob Shindle, FOH/Recording Engineer, Father, Husband, and Friend
This is not business as usual. During the COVID-19 pandemic, live entertainment has been hit hard with the loss of events and the jobs that support a million Canadians and their families. On 22 September 2021, demonstrate your support for…
A little under a year ago, the entire Live Event Community came together to demonstrate to Canadians that we were strong, and in need of support. Through the advocacy of many members, we have come a long way towards a…
Calling on the Ontario government to change the current stay-at-home order to allow live event creators, promoters, and the people they employ to continue rehearsals, live streams and other safe work.
• Petition the Government
• #GMID2021 Lighting Up Blue
• Our Glowing Hearts
On the thewholenote.com, author Paul Ennis writes about the devastating effect of closing live performance venues to non-audience activities under the current Ontario stay-at-home order. Meanwhile, even though many TAPA member companies have temporarily shifted to hybrid theatre, dance and…
Read more Inconsistent lockdown protocols hamper live performing arts
‘Twas the night before year-end, and all through the landNot a theatre was open, no props nor stagehand.The audience was sent home, and so was the castThe second wave of Covid arrived here so fast.Since Springtime our gigs have been…
Brent is a lighting and media designer who has worked throughout the entertainment industry for over 15 years. He spent time video directing tours, programming lights for concerts, corporates, and cruise ships, and shooting and editing custom content with his…
Mike has been working 38 years in the live entertainment industry. He is a proud member of IATSE Local 357 and is the Head Stage Electrician at Centre in the Square. Currently, they are working a modified contract recording symphony concerts…
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The CERB Program has ended.
The CRA is continuing to accept and process retroactive applications for period 7 (August 30 to September 26, 2020).
You can apply for period 7 through the CRA’s My Account or automated toll-free phone line at 1-800-959-2019 or 1-800-959-2041.
It has been replaced by EI (if applicable), or CRB [Learn More]
The CERB supports Canadians by providing urgently needed financial support to employed and self-employed Canadians who have been directly affected by COVID-19. It provides a payment of $2,000 for a 4 week period (equivalent to $500 a week) for up to 16 weeks.
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The CERB Program has ended.
The CRA is continuing to accept and process retroactive applications for period 7 (August 30 to September 26, 2020).
You can apply for period 7 through the CRA’s My Account or automated toll-free phone line at 1-800-959-2019 or 1-800-959-2041.
It has been replaced by EI (if applicable), or CRB [Learn More]
What is the Canada Emergency Response Benefit
If you have lost income because of COVID-19, the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) will provide you with temporary income support.
The CERB will provide you with $500 a week for up to 16 weeks.
We are targeting April 6, 2020 as the date when we can start accepting applications.
How to apply
Service Canada and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) deliver this benefit jointly. You can apply through one or the other, but not both. If you have already applied for Employment Insurance, you do not need to re-apply.
Eligibility
To be eligible to receive the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) from Service Canada, the following must apply:
- You must reside in Canada
- You are 15 years of age or older at the time of application
- You have stopped or will stop working for reasons related to
covid-19, or because you are unable to work due to illness, or because
you lost your employment for other reasons beyond your control; and
- If you are submitting for your first benefit period, that you have stopped or will stop working for at least 14 consecutive days within the 4 week benefit period; or
- If you are filing for a subsequent benefit period, you did not receive any employment or self employment income for the period for which you previously claimed the benefit and do not expect to receive any employment or self employment income in the 4 week benefit period
- You have not quit your job voluntarily
- You are not receiving nor have you applied for the CERB from the Canada Revenue Agency nor are you receiving Employment Insurance benefits for the same benefit period
- You have earned a minimum of $5,000 in income within the last 12
months or in the 2019 calendar year from one or more of the following
sources:
- Employment income
- Self-employment income
Important! If you are not normally eligible for Employment Insurance, please register for your CRA My Account and direct deposit in advance of the application launch.
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The Crew Nation fund is here to help support live music crews who have been directly impacted as shows are put on pause due to COVID-19. You can apply for financial assistance from the Crew Nation fund below.
Live Nation has committed $10 million to Crew Nation – contributing an initial $5 million to the fund, then matching the next $5 million given by artists, fans and employees dollar for dollar.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To qualify, you must:
- Be a live entertainment touring or venue crew member who makes 50% or more of your income from this field. Crew members are all of the front of house and backstage staff that help bring concerts to life.
- Provide documentation proving financial impact due to COVID-19 from show or tour cancellations or postponements in March or April (e.g., pay stubs, copy of your contract, flyers or links to event sites listing your involvement in the canceled or postponed event, letter/email from employer identifying cancellation, etc.)
- Provide a copy of your most recent tax return or equivalent documentation.
Please note, even if you meet the above qualifications, you will be ineligible if you:
- Received or anticipate receiving pay from your employer from April 1, 2020 through April 30, 2020.
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The educational content that I create will always remain free. By joining me on Patreon at a level that works for your budget, you help me to produce more resources to help grow our industry. All of my Patreon tiers have the same perks.
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A Rapid Response Project of The Ryerson Social Media Lab – “Come for the misinformation, stay for the facts”
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This information on COVID-19 (coronavirus) covers precautions that both employers and workers can take to avoid contracting and spreading the virus. At the time of this publication, according to BCCDC, B.C. has declared a state of emergency and a public health emergency.
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As a video processing expert, Analog Way is committed to support its customers through training tailored to individual needs. Whether you are an integrator, consultant or freelance technician, Analog Way offers training that will enable you to take full advantage of our AV processors and media servers in various environments.
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On this page we’re going to keep you up to date with our online training sessions, webinars and social media events. This will be a rolling schedule that we will update frequently over the next few weeks.Â
You can also get updates by joining our mailing list, and following us on social media.
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This week, Andrew Brander, Scotty Greenwood, Kim Lipsky, Christine McMillan, Chad Rogers, Nick Varley and the Crestview Strategy public affairs team will be joined by former MPs Peggy Nash and Lisa Raitt, to discuss ongoing developments around COVID-19. The panel will share insights from Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States.
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