"cultural organizations"

The City is approving $3,019,587 in total support for cultural organizations in 2026, including $1,999,988 in financial aid and $1,019,599 in services. This includes 12 multi-year agreements to provide stability to the cultural sector.

This item covers the allocation of financial and service-based support for cultural organizations in 2026, aimed at fostering the local arts and culture sector.

An update was provided on the new PSOC, which was recently adopted. The city is currently assisting organizations with the transition, and the online application portal is scheduled to open on August 25, 2025.

This item involves the adoption of a new municipal program designed to provide financial and operational support to local cultural organizations.

The committee reviewed a proposal to adopt a new support program for cultural organizations. The plan includes a multi-year financial enhancement of $300,000 for 2026, $110,000 for 2027, and $240,000 for 2028, subject to budget approval. This initiative aims to better support the cultural ecosystem and respond to the needs of local artists and organizations.

The Commission reviewed and recommended the adoption of a new Cultural Organization Support Program (PSOC) to replace the 20-year-old version. The new program aims to modernize support for cultural organizations, introduce expert peer juries for funding decisions, and align with current practices, with implementation planned for 2026.

An update on the progress of the city's initiative to restructure how it provides financial and administrative support to local cultural organizations.

The City is in the process of redesigning its support program for cultural organizations (PSOC). Recent steps included validation sessions with partners and a survey on the cultural sector's contribution. A more detailed presentation is scheduled for April 30, with a final recommendation expected for the municipal council on June 10.

The Commission discussed proposed updates to the city's cultural funding program (PSOC). Key topics included balancing financial health requirements with the realities of small organizations, defining 'quality' in cultural offerings, and ensuring the program supports both local and regional cultural actors.

The commission discussed the redesign of the Cultural Organization Support Program (PSOC). Members reviewed current program issues and discussed future consultation plans, the potential role of an Arts Council, and the integration of training needs for cultural organizations.

The city is approving $2,738,212 in total support for cultural organizations in 2024, including $1,756,731 in grants and $981,481 in services. This also includes a new four-year partnership agreement with Culture Outaouais to support the city's cultural policy action plan.