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September 30, 2022 is National Day for
Truth and Reconciliation
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National Residential School Crisis Line offers emotional support and crisis referral services for residential school Survivors and their families. Call the toll-free Crisis Line at 1-866-925-4419. This service is available 24/7.
Telephone and chat-based support and crisis intervention is available to all Indigenous Peoples in Canada, through the Hope and Wellness Help Line. This service is available in English and French, and, upon request, in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut. Call the toll-free Help Line at 1-855-242-3310 or connect online HERE.
Other Resources:
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September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Each year, the day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
To commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Government of Canada is offering a number of free resources for public use:
Learn more about the imagery used in the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation visuals HERE. |
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On Tuesday August 30, 2022, Yasir Naqvi, Member of Parliament (Ottawa Centre), on behalf of the Minister of Canadian Heritage, Pablo Rodriguez, announced investments to support community projects across the country and two major national projects. This funding was awarded to help raise awareness of the history and impact of residential schools and promote healing and reconciliation. Several OMA members are recipients of this funding, including:
- Blue Mountains Public Library, Truth and Reconciliation: Indigenous Perspectives and Community Conversations
- Science North, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Science North
- Woodland Cultural Centre, Mohawk Institute Residential School Survivors’ Gathering
Read the News Release HERE.
Learn more about the organizations that received funding HERE.
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OMA Resources for Indigenous Culture and Reconciliation
Over the years, Indigenous museum professionals and organizations have generously shared their work with Ontario's museum sector. We encourage museums to learn from the teachings and examples of Indigenous Elders, colleagues, and organizations:
In March 2021, 250 Indigenous and non-Indigenous museum professionals gathered online for the second Indigenous Collections Symposium: Mashkawatgong-mamawewiziwin – strengthening our bonds, sharing our practices. Watch the session recordings HERE.
Find more resources for Indigenous Culture and Reconciliation HERE.
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OTF announces new investments to enhance existing Black Youth Action Plan initiatives
Deadline for pre-application is Sept. 7
The Government of Ontario is offering a one-time, two-year grants to Black-led and Black-focused organizations through the Economic Recovery and Resilience Fund. Funding will be invested in locally developed projects outside of the Greater Toronto Area that support Black children, youth and young adults at different stages in their lives and careers. Grant application deadline is September 28, 2022, 5pm ET.
Read more HERE.
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Célébrons le 25 septembre
Assemblée de la francophonie de l’Ontario
Le 25 septembre est d’abord l’anniversaire du premier lever du drapeau franco-ontarien qui a eu lieu en 1975 à l’Université Laurentienne à Sudbury. C’est seulement en 2010 que le 25 septembre est devenu le Jour des Franco-Ontariens et des Franco-Ontariennes. Tous les ans, ce jour reconnaît la contribution de la communauté francophone de l’Ontario à la vie culturelle, historique, sociale, économique et politique de la province. La proclamation de cette journée est une action concrète de la province pour soutenir la communauté franco-ontarienne.
Vous organisez un événement pour célébrer cette journée? Rendez-vous sur le site.
September 25 is the anniversary of the first raising of the Franco-Ontarian flag, which took place in 1975 at Laurentian University in Sudbury. In 2010, September 25 became Franco-Ontarian Day. Every year, this day recognizes the contribution of the Francophone community of Ontario to the cultural, historical, social, economic and political life of the province. The proclamation of this day is a concrete action by the province to support the Franco-Ontarian community.
Are you organizing an event to celebrate this day? Learn more HERE.
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#OMAConf2022: Program Now Available
Let’s get together! As we celebrate the OMA’s 50th Anniversary, the OMA and the Conference Program Committee are thrilled to share a 2022 OMA Annual Conference that is exciting and accessible! Discover the fascinating speakers, sessions and exhibitors, and stay tuned for more updates!
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| Session Highlight: Monday November 7 In-person |
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You(th) are Here: Making Museums a Space to Be, Not Just a Place to See
Speakers: Meredyth Schofield, Youth Volunteer Lead at Gibson House Museum, Pailagi Pandya, Curator at City of Toronto, Shan Fernando, Youth Volunteer Leader at Spadina Museum, and Yiran Li, Youth Volunteer Lead at Mackenzie House
The Toronto History Museums Youth Volunteer Program focuses on making museums a space to be, and not just a place to see. Join our speakers to explore how youth engagement is an integral part of building a diverse and inclusive museum community.
Read more HERE.
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| Session Highlight: Monday November 21 Online |
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Co-designing Access in a Small Art Gallery for Blind Visitors
Speakers: Carla Ayukawa, Exhibition and Industrial Designer, Educator at Carleton University, Fiona Wright, Student and Public Programs Coordinator at Carleton University Art Gallery, and James Bluhm, Community Consultant at Carleton University Art Gallery
In this case study, our speakers discuss an audio description tour, developed with and for gallery visitors who are blind or who have vision impairments. In an exhibition that explored different kinds of perceptibility, this tour opened up spaces for multi-sensory engagements and shared social experiences.
Read more HERE.
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#OMAConf2022: Register now and save!
Deadline to early-bird rates is coming up soon!
Early Bird rates are available until Monday September 12, 2022. Members, speakers and Committee members are reminded to register soon!
We look forward to gathering with you at OMA Annual Conference!
- Monday, November 7, 2022 In-person (Hamilton) – select sessions will be live-streamed
- Monday, November 21, 2022 Online – Full day of interactive online sessions
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Learn about fully Subsidized Registrations HERE.
Book Your Accommodation for the In-person Conference HERE.
Sheraton Hamilton Hotel
We are so glad to see each other again and we are committed to gathering safely. Learn about the Health & Wellbeing Policies and Practices HERE.
Learn about the Registration Terms, Conditions & Refund Policy HERE.
Contact Us:
Email: conference@museumsontario.ca
Tel: 416-348-8672
Toll-free in Ontario: 1-866-662-8672 |
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New and Renewing OMA Members
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B3K Digital
Bancroft North Hastings Heritage Museum
Beachville District Museum
Centre franco-ontarien de folklore
The County Museums, Prince Edward County
Curatorial Services, House of Commons
Dryden and District Museum
Fort Erie Museum Services
Hunter Expositions
Maracle Inc.
Muséoparc Vanier Museopark |
Museum London
Museum of Ontario Archaeology
Oshawa Museum
Quinte Museum of Natural History
Rainy River District Women's Institute Museum
Region of Waterloo Museums
Sharon Temple National Historic Site
Simbioz
St. Edmunds Bruce Peninsula Museum
Stratford Perth Museum
Surface Impression (Canada) Ltd.
Woodstock Art Gallery |
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Certificate in Museum Studies Bursary
2022-2023
Each year the Ontario Museum Association awards a bursary to cover the tuition fee for one course in the Certificate in Museum Studies program. The OMA invites applications for the fiscal year April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023.
The deadline for applications and reference letters is Friday, September 2, 2022.
Read more about eligibility and how to apply on the OMA website HERE.
For further information, contact the OMA at 416-348-8672, toll-free in Ontario at 1-866-662-8672, or by e-mail at pd@museumsontario.ca.
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An Opportunity to Recognize our
Esteemed Colleagues
Deadline for submissions: October 17, 2022
Is there someone at your organization who has retired (or will retire) between October 2021 and November 2022?
In 2019 the OMA started a tradition of recognizing our colleagues who have retired in the past year at the annual OMA Awards reception. This year we look forward to continuing the tradition in person in Hamilton!
Share the following information with us so that we can honour the contributions that these individuals have made to our dynamic sector.
- Name
- Organization
- Title
- Retirement date
- Photo
- How long they worked in museums and/or at the organization from which they retired
- Some other interesting fact or anecdote about what they achieved in their career
Send submissions to pd@museumsontario.caWatch the retiree videos from 2020 and 2021 HERE. Notes: Submissions are welcome to recognize retirees in any role at an organization.
Retirees do not need to be present at the in-person event to be recognized.
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Remembering Jini Stolk
It is with sadness that we share that Jini Stolk passed away on August 25. Jini was a tireless advocate for the nonprofit, and arts and culture sectors. She played a leadership role at many organizations, including serving as one of ONN's founders and first board chair. Many nonprofits benefited from her time and passion, including the Toronto Arts Council and Centre for Social Innovation. Our thoughts are with her family and friends during this difficult time.
Read the ONN's full tribute HERE.
Read more about her Celebration of Life HERE. |
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Remembering Isabel Bader
It is with sadness that we share that Isabel Overton Bader passed away on August 28. Isabel was known for her generosity to Queen’s University. Together with her husband Alfred, they donated The Bader Collection, a castle in England, and a center for the performing arts for Queen’s and Kingston. They also endowed chairs and created numerous bursaries and awards at Queen’s to advance education and research.
Isabel was a proud supporter of the new home for The Bader Collection and the revitalization of the Agnes Etherington Art Centre.
Read Queen's University's full tribute HERE. |
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Gaëtane Verna
Wexner Center for the Arts
The Wexner Center for the Arts at The Ohio State University appoints art historian and arts administrator Gaëtane Verna to be its next executive director. Verna will be coming to the Wex in November from The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery, where she has been director and artistic director since 2012.
"...Through bold inquiry and practice, the Wex embraces its multidisciplinary mission of innovation, education and meaningful engagement and enables us to examine the most pressing and urgent issues of our time.." Verna said.
Read more HERE. |
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Contribute to Member News!
ONmuseums is published every Thursday morning and we are happy to feature member news and events:
- We collect content from the Discover Ontario Museums website "What's On" section. OMA Members simply have to update their museum listing to be featured in ONmuseums.
- Not sure of how to update your listing? Click here to learn how to maximize your museum listing page
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2022 is the Ontario Museum Association’s 50th Anniversary! We are celebrating 50 years of advancing a strong museum sector for Ontario with staff and volunteers from the province’s 700 museums, galleries, and heritage sites. To commemorate this occasion, we are hosting a year-long series of online activities, culminating at the OMA Annual Conference 2022 in Hamilton in November.
We welcome everyone to join the celebration of our 50th anniversary
and to visit a museum near you!
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We want to hear from you!
Share a congratulatory video message to mark this commemorative occasion.
- What does the OMA mean to you?
- Tell us about a fond memory you have of the OMA.
- With the OMA’s support, my museum/I was able to…
- What is your future wish for the OMA and/or Ontario museums?
- I am proud to be an OMA member because…
- Why are Ontario museums important?
We plan to share these messages throughout our anniversary year across digital platforms and feature a video compilation at the OMA Annual Conference 2022.
Read more and submit your message HERE.
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Support Ontario’s Museums: Donate Now!
As museums across Ontario face the challenges of reopening safely and renewing relationships with your communities, the OMA is here for you. Your support, participation, and membership make our work possible.
If you are already an OMA member, thank you! Please renew your membership when you receive an email reminder. If you are not yet a member, please consider an individual, institutional, or commercial membership for yourself, your colleagues, or your institution. You can find information about member categories and benefits on our website.
You can make a donation to the OMA on our website or through Canada Helps. Every contribution adds to the collective strength of our sector. Thank you for your support! |
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| As an organization of provincial scope, the Ontario Museum Association recognizes that its members and community live and work on the lands and territories of Indigenous peoples. Toronto, where the OMA offices are located, is the territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, Haudenosaunee and the Huron Wendat. We wish to express our gratitude for the resources we are using and pay respect to the rich and ongoing Indigenous history of what is now Ontario and Canada. |
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