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IATSE in partnership with ENCORE andwith the generous support of the CanadaPerforming Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer:AV Fundamentals – WINNIPEG

Date: Wednesday March 29 Time: â€‹8:00 am – 4:00 pm Location: RBC Convention Centre, Pan Am Room This course serves as an Introduction into Event Technologies covering the fundamentals of an Audio-Visual Professional. We will examine set-up standards, video, audio, and lighting basics as they pertain to AV set up and operation in…

Read more IATSE in partnership with ENCORE andwith the generous support of the CanadaPerforming Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer:AV Fundamentals – WINNIPEG

IATSE Canada, with the generous support of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer a comprehensive training on “Basic Lighting Console Operation”. ST. CATHERINES, ON

Date: March 16, 2023 Time: 9:00am – 6:00pm Location: Partridge Hall, First Ontario Performing Arts Centre, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M2 This course is open to all performing arts workers and is being offered at no…

Read more IATSE Canada, with the generous support of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer a comprehensive training on “Basic Lighting Console Operation”. ST. CATHERINES, ON

IATSE Canada, with the generous support of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer a comprehensive training on “Bill 168 and the Ontario Human Rights Code”. – ST CATHERINES, ON

Date: March 28, 2023 Time: There are 2 sessions to choose from, please register for your preferred time. Session 1: 9:30am – 11:30am Session 2: 1:30pm – 3:30pm Location: Robertson Theatre, First Ontario Performing Arts Centre, 250 St Paul St,…

Read more IATSE Canada, with the generous support of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer a comprehensive training on “Bill 168 and the Ontario Human Rights Code”. – ST CATHERINES, ON

IATSE Local 822, with the generous support of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer a “Black Hair Education” course.- TORONTO

Date: Saturday March 25, and Sunday March 26th Time: 9:00 am â€“ 5:00 pm Location: Meridian Hall, 1 Front St E, Toronto ON M5E 1B2 This course is being instructed by Mykael Jackman, a leader in the hair industry for 30 years.  He is a Red Seal hairstylist/Barber Certified Teacher with…

Read more IATSE Local 822, with the generous support of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer a “Black Hair Education” course.- TORONTO

IATSE in partnership with ENCORE andwith the generous support of the CanadaPerforming Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer:AV Fundamentals – WINNIPEG

Date: Wednesday March 29 Time: â€‹8:00 am – 4:00 pm Location: RBC Convention Centre, Pan Am Room This course serves as an Introduction into Event Technologies covering the fundamentals of an Audio-Visual Professional. We will examine set-up standards, video, audio, and lighting basics as they pertain to AV set up and operation in…

Read more IATSE in partnership with ENCORE andwith the generous support of the CanadaPerforming Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer:AV Fundamentals – WINNIPEG

IATSE Canada in partnership with ENCORE and with the generous support of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer:AV Fundamentals – LONDON, ON

Date: Friday, March 10 Time: â€‹9:00 am – 5:00 pm Location: RBC Place Convention Centre, 300 York St, London, ON N6B 1P8 Room TBC This course serves as an Introduction into Event Technologies covering the fundamentals of an Audio-Visual Professional. We will examine set-up standards, video, audio, and lighting basics as they pertain to AV…

Read more IATSE Canada in partnership with ENCORE and with the generous support of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer:AV Fundamentals – LONDON, ON

<strong>IATSE Local </strong><strong>295</strong><strong>, with the generous support </strong><strong>of the Canada</strong><strong> Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer </strong><strong><em>Theatrical Fly Systems</em></strong><strong><em> </em></strong><strong><em>and </em></strong><strong><em>Counterweight Rigging </em></strong><strong><em>Training</em></strong><strong><em>.</em></strong>

Date: March 28th, 2023 Time: 9:00am â€“ 5:00pm Location: Conexus Arts Centre, 200 Lakeshore Dr, Regina, SK S4S 7L3 This day long training course with instructor Rick Boychuk focuses on the safe operation and maintenance of theatrical counterweight rigging systems. Rick has been in the industry since 1977 and has served as TD, PM and designer…

Read more <strong>IATSE Local </strong><strong>295</strong><strong>, with the generous support </strong><strong>of the Canada</strong><strong> Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund, is excited to offer </strong><strong><em>Theatrical Fly Systems</em></strong><strong><em> </em></strong><strong><em>and </em></strong><strong><em>Counterweight Rigging </em></strong><strong><em>Training</em></strong><strong><em>.</em></strong>

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LIVE WORKSHOP SERIES: Microphone Applications For Stage And Sound with Chris Pyron

APR 1, 2020

11:00 AM CST
4:00 PM GMT
6:00 PM CET
12:00 AM SGT (April 2nd)

Getting great sound starts at the source. In this course, we’ll look at the different types of microphones, their applications, and how to choose the right mic and place them for the best results to capture a dynamic performance.


LIVE WORKSHOP SERIES: Lighting for Churches: Live and Video with Lucas Jameson and Chris Pyron

APR 7, 2020

11:00 AM CST
4:00 PM GMT
6:00 PM CET
12:00 AM SGT (April 8th)

Join Lucas Jameson and Chris Pyron as they discuss church lighting principles such as fixture selection, placement and proper color levels. Learn how to deliver an impactful service for both live and streaming audiences.


LIVE WORKSHOP SERIES: Audio Challenges in Esports with Cameron O’Neill

APR 9, 2020

7:00 PM CST
12:00 AM GMT (April 10th)
2:00 AM CET (April 10th)
8:00 AM SGT (April 10th)

This workshop will demystify the various types of eSports played at a professional level and examine how these events are staged. Join Cameron as he unravels common A/V challenges and shows how they could define the future of eSports.


LIVE WORKSHOP SERIES: Special Martin Lighting Product Launch with Markus KlĂĽesener

APR 15, 2020

11:00 AM CST
4:00 PM GMT
6:00 PM CET
12:00 AM SGT (April 16th)

Join us for the world premiere of the next workhorse from Martin Professional! This all-new multi-purpose moving head fixture combines the legacy of Martin with the rising trend of blending video and lighting in a compact and lightweight unit.


LIVE WORKSHOP SERIES: Lighting Programming Workshop with Susan Rose

APR 16, 2020

11:00 AM CST
4:00 PM GMT
6:00 PM CET
12:00 AM SGT (April 17th)

Susan will share her programming shortcuts, tips, and tricks to make life easier and more efficient when using different lighting rigs—from how to get around any rig quickly, to cloning an already programmed show into another rig.


LIVE WORKSHOP SERIES: Performance Manager: Beginner to Expert with Nowell Helms

APR 23, 2020

11:00 AM CST
4:00 PM GMT
6:00 PM CET
12:00 AM SGT (April 24th)

Join Nowell Helms as he dives into JBL Performance Manager and shows you how to deliver stellar sound to any audience. You’ll learn how to get started quickly, control amp networks and more right from the performance site.

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LIVE WORKSHOP SERIES: Microphone Applications For Stage And Sound with Chris Pyron APR 1, 2020 11:00 AM CST4:00 PM GMT 6:00 PM CET 12:00 AM SGT (April 2nd) Getting great sound starts at the source. In…

During this morning’s address to the country, Prime Minister Trudeau offered more important details on the Government of Canada’s Emergency Wage Subsidy that was first announced on Friday of last week.

The following eligibility parameters and details were announced:

  • Businesses that can show that their revenues have decreased at least 30% since the start of the pandemic will be eligible for the 75% wage subsidy.
  • The assessment of the 30% revenue drop will be done after the fact. If the drop was actually not this low, the company will have to repay.
  • The number of employees a company has will not determine eligibility.
  • The subsidy will apply to non-profit and charities, as well as companies that are both big and small (no cap).
  • The government will cover up to 75% of the first $58,700 that employees earn. That means up to approximately $847 a week. This will be backdated to March 15.
  • The subsidy will be a direct payment to the company so they can pay employees.

The Prime Minister indicated that there will be additional background documents and details coming tomorrow, including the estimated fiscal cost of the new program, from both the Minister of Finance and Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade.
In his remarks after announcing the new details of the Emergency Wage Subsidy, the Prime Minister also made very clear that any businesses that seek to take advantage of the new program, or game it, will face strict consequences – expect those details tomorrow as well. He also noted that should employers be able to cover the additional 25% of salaries not covered by the subsidy, they should pay their employees that difference.

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During this morning’s address to the country, Prime Minister Trudeau offered more important details on the Government of Canada’s Emergency Wage Subsidy that was first announced on Friday of last …

COVID-19 pandemic. When will it end?

Our purpose is simple: spreading positivity during this tough time in our history and informing people of hope. We focus on bringing you news about successful recovery reports.

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COVID-19 pandemic. When will it end? Our purpose is simple: spreading positivity during this tough time in our history and informing people of hope. We focus on bringing you news about successful reco…

We have all imagined our work life a little differently right now. Yet, social distancing and working from home is not a reason to stop educating yourself – for many it presents an opportunity to take on more industry-relevant technical knowledge that will benefit us in the future. 

Sennheiser is pleased to announce a series of webinars for our customers and partners. Join us online in the coming weeks to learn about a wide range of topics, from RF and microphone basics, to roundtable discussions with sound engineers, as well as a chance to put your questions to our application engineering team.

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We have all imagined our work life a little differently right now. Yet, social distancing and working from home is not a reason to stop educating yourself – for many it presents an opportunity to ta…

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From the Illuminating Engineering Society

The Light & Color Course Package includes five courses that represent important aspects of light and color, including TM-30, evaluating Spectral Power Distribution, the history of Correlated Color Temperature, and more. Buy these courses as a package, and you get access to five courses for the price of four.

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From the Illuminating Engineering Society The Light & Color Course Package includes five courses that represent important aspects of light and color, including TM-30, evaluating Spectral Power Dis…

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For all of those who want to learn more about Astera software and hardware we now offer free webinars.

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For all of those who want to learn more about Astera software and hardware we now offer free webinars.

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Welcome to the Smaart Training Webinar playlist page. Beginning on Monday, March 30th, webinars will be live streamed every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 2PM Eastern Time (6PM UTC).

  • Mondays & Wednesdays – Smaart Operator Fundamentals with Jamie Anderson
  • Fridays – Smaart special-topic seminars with Chris Tsanjoures

For those who cannot/do not want to view the live stream, each webinar will be archived here and available for viewing at your leisure.

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Welcome to the Smaart Training Webinar playlist page. Beginning on Monday, March 30th, webinars will be live streamed every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 2PM Eastern Time (6PM UTC). Mondays & …

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The IATSE is lobbying the government on behalf of entertainment workers who are losing work due to COVID-19.  Although there are sectors that we don’t currently represent, as the union behind entertainment, we believe all workers have the right to be represented and so we are fighting for everyone, regardless of membership status.

In order to show the government the catastrophic effect this is having on our industry, we are compiling data to show the losses to entertainment workers. 

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The IATSE is lobbying the government on behalf of entertainment workers who are losing work due to COVID-19.  Although there are sectors that we don’t currently represent, as the union behi…

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This vlog has been created in part as a response to these difficult times connected to the COVID- 19 pandemic, but also to remind us all that we can all reach out and help others.

As we all know, the spread of COVID-19 has caused many Canadians to change their everyday lives to help “flatten the curve” to avoid a spike in cases that would overwhelm our health services. For some people, including some of you, that will mean having to self-isolate for two weeks, for others, it will mean working from home for the foreseeable future. Still others continue to have to go to their workplaces because of the essential nature of their work. Still others may face the prospect of job loss.

These are all difficult situations and everyone has their own response to stress. This is a good time to remember, however, that not only do you have resiliency skills and you can cope, as Mental Health First Aiders, you can also continue to support others.

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This vlog has been created in part as a response to these difficult times connected to the COVID- 19 pandemic, but also to remind us all that we can all reach out and help others. As we all know, the …

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Registration for free audio how-to and product overview webinars, plus video archives.

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Registration for free audio how-to and product overview webinars, plus video archives.

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d&b tutorials are handy preparation for seminars and workshops, or to expand or refresh the grey cells after a training session; or if you want to know more on how to get the best out of combining d&b components in the system workflow. They fit the bill on all three counts. The videos have been divided into chapters, each focusing on a particular topic to enable information to be accessed quickly and easily, or for viewing in sequence for a complete step-by-step guide.

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d&b tutorials are handy preparation for seminars and workshops, or to expand or refresh the grey cells after a training session; or if you want to know more on how to get the best out of combining…

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Pocketcoach is a digital coach to cope better with anxiety

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Pocketcoach is a digital coach to cope better with anxiety

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