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We bring together intersections of society to inspire & collaborate on solving real-world challenges

At COMUNiTi, we strive to co-create solutions for real-world issues through our community-driven organization. Our carefully curated events bring together a diverse group of stakeholders from private, public, and non-profit actors to engage in regional issues. The format features TED-style talks from thought leaders followed by world-cafe-style discussions to ensure a variety of ideas are heard. T

hese conversations serve to create ideas and ensure inclusion of diverse voices. We recognize that building a community based on values is crucial for our social, economic, and cultural well-being. Designing our future should be participatory and inclusive of all its members. Join us and contribute your unique perspective to make a meaningful impact.

05/11/2023

Last Night was Electric ⚡

• Passion filled a SOLD OUT room
• Valuable Connections were made
• Innovations were generated and exchanged
• Speakers and Panelists shared insights on both the challenges and opportunities facing the Arts sector...

•T•O•G•E•T•H•E•R• we dared to REIMAGINE Arts infrastructure, sustainability, and audience development "Bums in Seats" all while listening to 🎶 from
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THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PARTICIPANTS, OUR SPEAKERS, MODERATORS, VOLUNTEERS, and of course OUR PARTNERS.

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PARTNERS:
Coast Capital Innovation Centre
OHANA
City of Victoria - Local Government
Point Hope Maritime
Design Victoria
KWENCH
The Bastion
Sunset Labs

SPEAKERS:
Derek Manns Stagehand
Melanie Ransome Aryze Developments
Deb Beaton Smith BC Touring Council
Nathan Medd Victoria Conservatory of Music
Britt Small Atomic Vaudeville
Jody Bauche Culture Den Society

MODERATOR:
Daniel Murphy - The Bastion

VOLUNTEERS:
Shannon Hope
Jeremy Zhao
John Wharton - Blue Bridge Consulting

05/02/2023

Meet Jody Bauche (she/her) | Event Panelist. Jody’s passion for community arts comes from her longstanding career in social work where she specialized in community development.

Jody is a Métis woman who has been fortunate enough to benefit from the abundance she has found as a guest on Lekwugen land and is most grateful for the relationships she has made with Indigenous people here.

Jody is completing a master’s degree in communication at SFU where she is about to launch a project for social change. This project, the Culture Den Society, was incorporated in March 2021 and is focused on building an Indigenous-led community arts organization, committed to creating space for multicultural, multigenerational, transformative, and accessible arts and learning.

The Culture Den Society is currently moving into another production phase for a live performance at the Belfry Theatre in May 2024. The photos provided are from 'Bury the Hatchet’ a Lindsay Delaronde performance, the first live production produced by the Culture Den society in May 2022, thanks to the Belfry Theatre.

As one of our panelists, she will be discussing the opportunities, challenges, and impact of the Arts in Greater Victoria.

Join us on May 10th at Sunset Labs to be inspired by diverse voices and help us cultivate the wisdom of the room!

Get tickets at: https://lnkd.in/gm9RyeDA

04/26/2023

Calling All Artists! Have your say on the role Art plays in Greater Victoria! We have a limited number of discounted tickets left - DM for Details!

04/25/2023

Meet Sunset Labs – our valued venue partner! Sunset Labs is a creative hub located in Victoria that's committed to supporting the growth and sustainability of the arts sector in Greater Victoria. They provide a platform for vital conversations and initiatives, helping to shape a stronger and more vibrant community. With a focus on innovation and creativity, Sunset Labs is a valued venue partner that fosters a supportive community for emerging artists and encourages experimentation and growth.

Here, you'll find a diverse range of events and activities taking place, from art exhibitions and performances to workshops, talks, and networking events. They're passionate about providing opportunities for emerging artists and fostering a supportive community that encourages experimentation and growth.

Whether you're an artist, innovator, or simply interested in exploring the vibrant arts scene in Victoria, Sunset Labs is the perfect place to connect, learn, and create.

Join us on May 10th at their creative venue to network, discuss, and ideate on how to support the Arts!

Register today: https://lnkd.in/gm9RyeDA

Sunset Labs

04/24/2023

Meet Deb Beaton-Smith | Event Panelist. She has been serving as the Executive Director of the BC Music Festival Collective for the past three years. The organization was formed in 2020 to provide a common voice for BC's music festivals and recently merged with the BC Touring Council to create a larger provincial arts service organization. Deb will continue her advocacy work and communication as the Director of Festivals and Sector Development.

She is also the founder of Beat Music Management, which she established nearly 20 years ago to provide artist and event management services With over a decade of experience as an artist manager and running small and large-scale events, Deb has focused on developing expertise and knowledge transfer within the music industry.

Her impressive portfolio includes projects for the likes of Rifflandia, Canada Day and 150 Events, BreakOut West, Rock the Shores, Island Children’s Festival, Car Free YYJ, the 2010 Olympics, Market Square Courtyard Series, and the Organic Island’s Festival (just to name a few). And Deb continues to give back to the Arts community as an Outreach Consultant & Grant Coach for Creative BC, a BC Touring Council Trainer, a member of the CRD Arts Advisory Council and Saanich Arts, Culture & Heritage Advisory Committee, and on the Board of Music BC for four years.

As one of our panelists, she will be discussing the opportunities, challenges, and impact of the Arts in Greater Victoria.

Join us on May 10th at Sunset Labs to network with our speakers and peers! https://lnkd.in/gm9RyeDA

BC Touring Council | BEAT MUSIC MANAGEMENT

04/23/2023

Meet the Coast Capital Innovation Centre - one of our partners and a dynamic community hub located in the heart of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

It is an innovative space that fosters entrepreneurship, collaboration, and creativity. The centre provides support for startups, entrepreneurs, and small businesses through its various programs and resources, including mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to funding. The Coast Capital Innovation Centre is committed to helping its members succeed and grow their businesses while contributing to the development of a vibrant and thriving ecosystem in Victoria.

Coast Capital Innovation Centre | University of Victoria | Coast Capital | Peter B. Gustavson School of Business

04/22/2023

Meet OHANA™ – one of our partners and a visionary company committed to creating a healthier and more sustainable world for all species on Earth. By championing four pillars of sustainable business – People, Planet, Passion, and Profit – OHANA™ is leading the charge in creating a paradigm shift on an institutional level. In addition to their commitment to doing ‘Good Business’, OHANA™ has launched eco-friendly lifestyle accessories and continues to develop their Be Free Phone with the belief that technology and innovation should be accessible to all.

OHANA™'s mission goes beyond just disrupting the smartphone and mobile advertising industries, they also plan to tackle the energy sector. Their team is on a grand mission to create a healthy and stable environment for all species on Earth and empower people through their innovative products.

OHANA™ truly embodies their slogan, "Power to the People."

04/20/2023

We won! We want to thank the Coast Capital Innovation Centre for the opportunity and support. It was thanks to both their program manager and KWENCH that our team Kurt, Juan, and Erin met in the first place!

The Coast Capital Innovation Centre is UVic's on-campus venture incubator that helps entrepreneurs get fundamental support and mentorship to take business concepts from idea to investor ready. They provide tools, expertise, and office space to help entrepreneurs develop their ideas and partner clients with mentors who provide valuable input and connections.

PitchIt is UVic's elevator pitch competition, open to all UVic students, staff, faculty, alumni, and current Coast Capital Savings Innovation Centre clients. You get 90 seconds to describe your entrepreneurial or social business concept to a panel of experts.

Coast Capital Innovation Centre | Coast Capital | Peter B. Gustavson School of Business | University of Victoria | Kwench Culture Club

04/19/2023

Meet Britt Small - the Co-Founder and Co-Director of Atomic Vaudeville Theatre Company. Originally from Treaty One Territory in Manitoba, Britt graduated with an MFA in theatre and has over 25 years of experience as a director, producer, performer, facilitator, storyteller and teacher. She is the Co-Founder and Co-Director of Atomic Vaudeville.

The theatre company has created more than 90 original collaborative works over 18 years and won national awards. She is the director and co-creator of WYRD a new feminist musical premiering in Victoria in mid-May and is currently developing a clown ensemble piece and a new musical The Batsh*ts premiering in Fall 2023. Britt performs musically as Boss Saint B and opened for the legend Peaches last year.

As one of our panelists, she will be discussing the opportunities, challenges, and impact of the Arts in Greater Victoria.

Join us on May 10th at Sunset Labs to participate in the co-generation of ideas to better support the Arts Economy!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shiftmakers-series-business-of-the-arts-tickets-604176186237

04/19/2023

Are you an artist, designer, entrepreneur, or simply interested in the Arts? As a participant in "The Business of the Arts" event, you'll have the opportunity to network with changemakers from non-profit, for-profit, and public sectors.

Join us on May 10th at Sunset Labs and make a meaningful impact on the creative economy!

Register Today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shiftmakers-series-business-of-the-arts-tickets-604176186237

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