"Culture Outaouais"

The commission reviewed a progress report on private funding in the cultural sector. The study aims to identify ways to diversify funding sources and strengthen financial autonomy for cultural organizations. Key findings suggest that private funding is currently underdeveloped in the region, but there is potential for growth through professionalization and better alignment with the City's cultural policy.

The Commission reviewed the progress of the PSOC redesign, discussing the need to distinguish between cultural leisure and professional organizations, the importance of operational funding, and the potential for private philanthropy.

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.