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Financial Statements Demystified
Financial statements are among the most important tools an arts organization has, yet for many leaders, they remain difficult to interpret. With a sense of humour and a solid grounding in finance, we’ll demystify them together. No accounting background is required!
This workshop walks participants through the two core financial documents: The statement of financial position (balance sheet) , The statement of operations (income statement), Together, these documents tell the story of an organization’s financial health and knowing how to read them is essential for good decision-making, accountability, and donor and funder confidence.
Participants will also learn how financial statements are prepared, from internal management reports through to externally prepared statements, review engagements, and full audits, and what each level of oversight means for their organization.
The workshop is led by Kristina Lemieux, an experienced finance and operations professional with deep roots in the Canadian arts sector. In…
Organization: AFC and Generator. Deadline & How to Apply: Register online here: https://afchelps.ca/workshop/financial-statements-demystified.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit afchelps.ca. Creative Work in the Era of AI: Protecting Well-Being and Identity
The rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is transforming creative industries around the world. While some artists are exploring new possibilities with these tools, many are also experiencing uncertainty, stress, and difficult questions about authorship, identity, and the future of creative work.
This interactive workshop, presented in partnership with the Artists’ Health Centre, University Health Network, is designed to support artists and creative workers as they navigate these changes. Together, we will explore why technological disruption can feel particularly challenging for creative professionals, and discuss practical strategies for protecting well-being, maintaining creative identity, and sustaining artistic practice during periods of rapid industry change.
Participants will be guided through reflective exercises that help normalize common emotional responses to disruption while highlighting ways artists can regain a sense of agency and resilience.
Whether you are feeling curious…
Organization: AFC and the Artists’ Health Centre. Deadline & How to Apply: Register online here: https://afchelps.ca/workshop/creative-life-ai.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit afchelps.ca.