Electric City Culture Council (EC3)

EC3 is an arm’s-length, not-for-profit arts service organization providing programs that support the arts in Peterborough City and County.

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

We are EXTENDING the deadline for Peterborough Arts Awards nominations to Tuesday, January 14, 2025 (at 11:59pm).

We’ve received some great nominations, but have room for more. Please take some time out over the holidays and nominate someone outstanding! https://t.co/8RcgE5UpsA

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

It's the FINAL WEEK to submit nominations for the Peterborough Arts Awards, honouring the excellence and outstanding achievement of professional artists, arts organizations, and arts supporters in Peterborough.

Deadline: January 14, 2025 at 11:59pm. https://t.co/8RcgE5TRD2

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

Show your support for our local arts community! Get your nominations in for the Peterborough Arts Awards, honouring excellence + outstanding achievement of professional artists, arts organizations, and arts supporters in Ptbo.

Deadline: December 16, 2024
https://t.co/8RcgE5TRD2

[kawarthaNOW.com @kawarthaNOW]

#Ptbo city council votes to defund Electric City Culture Council in 2025. Not-for-profit arts council's executive director hopeful that lobbying will see decision overturned prior to 2025 city budget approval on December 9. https://t.co/QWdNtxlEkf

[Alex Bierk @alexbierk]

That was a big push these last few weeks — but we need to fight the EC3 cut. All hands on deck.

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

Thanks to the Mayor - and all councillors who voted to reverse the proposed cuts to community Service, and community investment grant recipients. This was a very smart move, and is a great investment! Next step, no cuts to the EC3 and AGP. Thank you!

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

Michelle Chawala, Director and CEO @CanadaCouncil
October 17, 2024: “[t]he arts and culture sector,” she explains, “contributes $60 billion towards Canada’s GDP and employs over 850,000 people in
cultural jobs. The arts attract businesses which invest in communities. @alexbierk

[Art School of Ptbo @ArtSchoolofPtbo]

Winter Term is open for registration! 🎨 - https://t.co/RQOSa0ma20

[First Friday PTBO @firstfridayptbo]

✨ Neighbourhood Holiday Market ✨

The Neighbourhood Vintage & First Friday Ptbo are thrilled to invite you to the third annual Holiday Night Market taking place Friday, December 6th from 5-9pm in the Bankers Commons courtyard of the Commerce Building.

#Ptbo #Holiday #ArtMarket

[Sebastian Johnston-Lindsay @sebastianj_l]

While we're waiting, why not take a look at this new article from me about potential for @ECThreePtbo to lose city funding and what that could mean for the future of Peterborough.

[lawlesscarol @CarolLawless]

Accessible, life saving health care, the arts, education, a sense of belonging. Women across this region work to build community and a better world, for everyone @prhcfoundation @PtboDragonBoat @ECThreePtbo @NCC_Ptbo @TrentUniversity

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

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Proposed budget cuts at city hall: Organizations delivering key services with high impact are under threat!
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Read Kawartha Now's article and please call city hall!
Please share!

https://t.co/neVREWq1Cu

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

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79% of Ontarians believe that the government should spend public dollars to support the arts.
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It's a no brainer. the Arts is good for people. It enriches. Support the Arts.

[kawarthaNOW.com @kawarthaNOW]

.@ECThreePtbo announces return of #Ptbo Arts Awards to recognize local artists and art supporters. Nominations for 2024 awards open until Dec 16, with awards to be presented at The Mayor's Luncheon for the Arts in Feb 2025. https://t.co/19H2XC5oUs

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

And....
According to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, “arts, culture and heritage improve the ability of municipal governments to influence local economic development by attracting and retaining a skilled and talented workforce.”📷
Supporting the arts is integral.

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

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88% of Ontarians agree that arts and cultural activities are important to a community’s economic well-being.
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That's a big number!

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

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88% of Ontarians agree that arts and cultural activities are important to a community’s economic well-being.
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That's a big number!

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

Ontario’s arts and culture sectors are vital pillars of our economy, contributing tens of billions of dollars to our GDP annually and supporting nearly 300,000 jobs.
All levels of government support this critical sector. A healthy arts scene is a indicator of a healthy community.

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

The Peterborough Arts Awards are BACK!
Nominations now open in 6 categories, honouring the best of Peterborough’s artists, arts workers, and supporters. Cash prizes of $2,000 per award, presented at the Mayor’s Luncheon for the Arts on Feb 13. https://t.co/3EWbePwVgX

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

The Arts in the Peterborough / Nogojiwanong region contribute vitality to our region. There are so many reasons to support the arts! @alexbierk

[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

auto manufacturing, forestry and mining combined!
If we look at the Ontario Arts Council's recent findings, for every $1 OAC invests, $25 is generated in other sources of revenue. At a local level, through local investment in the arts, similar numbers are generated.
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[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

auto manufacturing, forestry and mining combined!
If we look at the Ontario Arts Council's recent findings, for every $1 OAC invests, $25 is generated in other sources of revenue. At a local level, through local investment in the arts, similar numbers are generated.
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[Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ECThreePtbo]

Did you know?
Ontario’s arts and culture sectors are vital pillars of our economy, contributing tens of billions of dollars to our GDP annually and supporting nearly 300,000 jobs. Ontario’s culture sector provided more jobs in 2022 than industries such as real estate, ...1/2