UPDATED DECEMBER 20, 2021.
SK Arts understands that the outbreak of COVID-19 and related policies of provincial and federal governments may present extraordinary challenges for artists and arts organizations in Saskatchewan that have received SK Arts grants and others who may intend to request funding to support arts activities or programs.
SK Arts advises artists and arts organizations to regularly monitor Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Public Health Agency of Canada for updated information about the COVID-19 outbreak. Conditions and guidelines are continuing to change, sometimes on a daily basis. Arts organizations will need to follow their recommendations for managing safe public programs and gatherings and maintaining healthy workplaces.
For Grant Recipients
- For specific questions and to advise SK Arts of concerns, please contact the Program Consultant assigned to your program.
- If an organization decides to proceed with an event, it is important to communicate with audience members/participants.
- Track Impact – consider spending the time now to track and document revenue loss. No emergency or supplemental funds are available from SK Arts to cover revenue losses or unanticipated expenses due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Contingency plans – please consider contingency plans. In particular, note that artists and others depending on short-term contracts for their livelihood may be seriously affected by cancelled contracts. Consider inviting supporters to make a donation or ask audience members to make a donation in lieu of requesting refunds.
Replacement of Lost Income
Make sure you follow SK Arts social media feeds. We try to keep you updated with opportunities for emergency relief as we learn of them. We've also compiled a list of resources, which is being updated on a regular basis.
FAQs for Organizations with Operational Funding
I represent a core funded organization. Our programming plans have been cancelled or altered due to COVID-19. Will this impact my core grant?
No, core funded organizations will not be required to have replacement programming for events or activities that are delayed, changed or cancelled due to COVID-19.
Can SK Arts help us with cashflow difficulties as a result of our cancelled plans?
In an effort to assist organizations struggling with cashflow in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the first installment of 2020/21 PAOP grants will be 70% (as opposed to the typical 50%). This amount will be forwarded to your organization, as usual, one month prior to start of your fiscal year for all companies in good standing with SK Arts. {/sliders"}
FAQs for Project Grant Recipients
Some of the details of my project – including the dates when it will happen – are changing as a result of COVID-19. Does that impact my grant?
Minor changes to dates or projects are readily approved by your Program Consultant. Contact them with the details, and SK Arts should be able to work something out.
I’ve received a grant to travel or tour to an area that is not yet classified as high risk, but I would like to postpone or change my project. Can I do this?
Minor changes to dates or projects are to be reported in advance to the assigned Program Consultant and are customarily approved. Major changes to your project must be discussed in advance with the Program Consultant.
I’ve submitted a grant request that involves travel to an area that is impacted by COVID-19. How will this impact the assessment of my grant? Can I submit additional information?
Feasibility is part of SK Arts' assessment criteria. The assessment committee will consider this information. If you have submitted an application that involves international travel and you have updated information that represents a significant change, please contact the Program Consultant. Only information that is relevant to the assessment will be brought forward (e.g., you are cancelling touring dates in affected regions, but have added dates elsewhere), and then only if it is received prior to the adjudication process.
I am (or my company is) stranded abroad and/or quarantined. Can I use the grant to pay for these unexpected expenses? Can I get a supplement to the grant for these expenses?
You can use the full amount of the grant for any eligible expenses related to the project you undertook, including unanticipated expenses. Unfortunately, you cannot reapply for unanticipated expenses and we are not able to provide a supplement to your grant.
Our return home from our performances has been delayed due to the impact of COVID-19. Where can I seek help?
Canadians who are unable to return home due to the impact of COVID-19 and require consular assistance should contact the Canadian Embassy or consulate in the region.