AAC 2011 Annual Report

Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge

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A vibrant arts community enriches Lethbridge

Table of Contents

Reports

President’s Report 1

Executive Director’s Report 4

Promoting the Arts

Lethbridge Arts Days 6

Mayor’s Luncheon for Business and the Arts 8

Communications 10

Building Community

Public Art 12

Bowman Gallery Program 13

Bowman Education Program 14

Improving Arts Facilities

Community Arts Centre 16

Performing Arts Theatre 17

Supporters

Membership 18

Volunteers 18

Financials

Annual Financial Results Summary 19

Supporters

Funders & Partners 21

The Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge provides leadership in advancing and enhancing the arts in Lethbridge

MISSION

VISION

The Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge (AAC) continues to devote its efforts and resources to

activities and initiatives that grow awareness and support for the arts in Lethbridge

2011 Presidentʼs Report

The past year was busy for the Allied Arts Council with many of our activities focusing on

planning. We were delighted for the opportunity to work with Jennifer Stark from the Provincial

Community Development Branch, Alberta Culture & Community Spirit, in developing a new

Three Year Strategic Plan. The planning process included a review and evaluation of the AAC

Vision, Mission, Core Services and previous Strategic Plan resulting in the drafting and adoption

of Goals and Objectives for the next three years (2012 – 2014). The Board also developed,

approved and submitted to the City of Lethbridge a Three Year Budget that supports the goals

and objectives. The 2012 – 2014 Budget format was modified to reflect the pending operation

of the new Community Arts Centre.

The Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge (AAC) continues to devote its efforts and resources

to activities and initiatives that grow awareness and support for the arts in Lethbridge. A

successful, sold out Mayor’s Luncheon for Business and the Arts was held in September. The

Allied Arts Council Excellence (AACE) Awards as well as the Joan Waterfield Memorial Award

were presented during the Luncheon to deserving individuals and organizations that support

the arts in Lethbridge.

Close on the heels of the Mayor’s Luncheon, the AAC collaborated with our vibrant arts

community to celebrate Alberta Arts Days 2011. Highlights of the three day celebration

included the daytime ArtWalk, evening performances in the Galt Gardens Pergola, an Artisan

Market, the unveiling of a new Public Art work, a guided tour of public art work in the downtown

core and a day of Family Fun. We are very appreciative of the funding support received from the

City of Lethbridge, the Province of Alberta, the Government of Canada, VisitLethbridge.com, our

corporate and media partners, and the many volunteers who donated their time.

Arts advocacy is a core activity of the AAC. A new advocacy initiative in 2011 was the Arts

at the Farmer’s Market Booth which was provided at a subsided rate to member artists and

arts organizations to promote their activities. The AAC Board of Directors reaffirmed their

commitment to the Economic Development Lethbridge- Team Lethbridge initiative- AAC

Board members and staff will once again join representatives of other community groups

REPORTS 1

in a Lethbridge Awareness trip to Edmonton planned for the fall of 2012. This initiative is an

opportunity to share the Lethbridge story- including the arts story, with members of the Alberta

Legislature. Additionally, members of the board and staff attended member and community

events and continued to provide an arts perspective through various community committees

including: The City of Lethbridge Public Art Steering Committee, Heart of the City Committee,

Tourism Joint Promotions Program and the Alberta Summer Games 2012 (arts & culture

component).

The AAC will continue our efforts to build awareness and generate support for a cultural corridor

in downtown Lethbridge. The renovation and expansion of SAAG in 2010 has allowed the board

and staff to focus on two remaining projects. The Community Arts Centre project moved from

planning to construction. A construction contract was awarded to Dawson Wallace in May and

an official sod turning was held in early July. Also in July, the AAC were confirmed as facility

operators.

The AAC participated in a review process of the original Performing Arts Theatre study

conducted by theatre consultant Richard Schick. Mr. Schick’s report to City Council in October

suggested that a smaller facility would adequately serve the community and that funding would

be the largest challenge in moving the project forward. The AAC will continue to work to create

support for a theatre project and advocate for increased performing arts capacity in Lethbridge.

The AAC is well supported by the community. AAC membership in 2011 included 88 Allied

and Associate members as well as 160 individual members. We welcomed 35 new members

including new Allied Members - Alberta Potters Association and Lethbridge Legion Pipe Band

as well as Associate members – Amp All Audio, DB Pro Audio, Flair Travel Planners, Lethbridge

Audio Visual, Lethbridge Pride Festival, Long & McQuade, Movie Mill, River Hawk Homes, Penny

Coffee House; Professional Ballroom & Latin American Dance and Volunteer Lethbridge. In

2011 54 volunteers donated approximately 1300 hours of service. Approximately $30 000 in

monetary and in-kind philanthropic support was received from individuals and businesses.

On a sombre note, the AAC Board of Directors, staff and membership were saddened by the

loss of community members Art Ferrari, Marty Oordt, Anne Campbell and Ralph Thrall. These

individuals were known for the support and involvement in the arts and their enthusiasm,

contributions and presence will be sadly missed.

2 REPORTS

PRESIDENT

Gloria Torrance

2011 Al l ied Ar ts Counc i l Board of D i rec tors

SECRETARY

David Renter

VICE PRESIDENT

Elizabeth Songer

TREASURER

Shanna Bailey

DIRECTORS

Christopher BabitsRon BrownSarah Christensen

Carolla ChristieBarb CunninghamShirley DeBow

Tyler GschaidMelanie ManieriJennifer Schmidt Rempel

Kim SieverMike Thiel

The AAC is able to advance and enhance the arts in Lethbridge because of the dedication and

assistance of many individuals. I would like to thank all AAC supporters -- members, donors,

sponsors, staff, and directors -- and would like to specifically recognize a number of members of

the AAC Board. Changes in personal circumstances prompted mid-term resignations from Board

Directors Shirley DeBow, Melanie Manieri, David Renter, and Mike Thiel. We offer our thanks

for their contributions to the AAC and the arts community and wish them well in all future

endeavors. We also recognize the contribution of retiring Board member Christopher Babits

who has served the on the AAC board for the past six years. His input is greatly appreciated.

We anticipate that the profile of our arts community will continue to grow over the next months

with continued events and activities from our membership, cultural opportunities during the

2012 Summer Games, Arts Days Celebrations, the installation of new public art works and the

construction of the new Community Arts Centre. We welcome continued support from the

community and look forward to a productive year.

Gloria Torrance, President

Board of Directors

Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge (AAC)

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Executive Directorʼs ReportThe AAC staff continued to support the AAC’s

vision by focusing their operational endeavors on

activities and initiatives that support the Board’s

strategic plan. A lion’s share of staff efforts were

spent on projects that extend the presence of the

arts and arts activities in the larger community.

The logistics of the annual Mayor’s Luncheon

for Business and the Arts as well as Provincial

Arts Days were ably managed by AAC staff. The

sold out Mayor’s Luncheon allowed the civic,

business and arts communities to mingle while

celebrating the philanthropic contributions to

the arts of individuals, service organizations

and businesses. An effort to include more

artists by offering a reduced rate artist ticket

was moderately effective. Lethbridge Arts

Days, a collaborative initiative showcasing local

artists, arts organizations and arts institutions

experienced increased audience and participant

involvement.

Our communications strategy was expanded to

appeal to a broader demographic and include

attention to social media – facebook and twitter

-- as well as participation in info fairs hosted

by the Lethbridge College and the Lethbridge

Chamber of Commerce. In an attempt to

increase arts visibility in the community, AAC staff

attended various community events and served

on civic committees including the 2012 Alberta

Summer Games Board of Directors and Economic

Development Lethbridge’s Team Lethbridge.

AAC Members were provided opportunities to

share their information by participating in AAC

coordinated initiatives such as showcases at

the Lethbridge Public Library and a booth at

the Farmers Market. Other initiatives included

a high-profile membership campaign designed

to encourage existing members to renew their

memberships in a timely manner and also attract

new members; distribution of results from a

Municipal By-election survey; the publication of

ArtsBridge and Arts Directory; distribution of a bi-

weekly e-newsletter and continued modifications

to improve the AAC website completed our

communications plan.

The AAC has a strong, mutually beneficial

relationship with the City of Lethbridge that

is defined in Fee for Service Agreement for

Arts Leadership and Bowman Arts Centre

Management. As a result of the Leadership

Agreement, AAC staff served on a number of City

of Lethbridge committees including: the City of

Lethbridge Public Art Committee, the Community

Arts Centre Steering Committee, the Performing

Arts Theatre Steering Committee and the Heart

of the City Committee. AAC staff also provided

administrative support for the City Public Art

selection committees and communications

support for the Performing Arts Theatre Steering

Committee. We also assisted the City with arts-

related technicalities for the new Community Arts

Centre and are developing a plan for operating

the centre when it opens in 2013. Information

gathered through stakeholder surveys and user

group meetings is being used to inform the

operating model.

4 REPORTS

The Bowman Arts Centre Management

agreement defines the AAC responsibility for the

operations of the Bowman Arts Centre. Bowman

staff who are responsible to the AAC Executive

Director competently manage facility, education

and gallery programs with administrative

support (grant management, payroll, accounts

payable/receivable) from the staff in the AAC 7

Street Office.

Last year was a planning year for the AAC and

in addition to their on-going responsibilities,

staff supported the Board’s planning activities

by developing an action plan to operationalize

the 2012 – 2014 Board Strategic plan as well as

providing input on the 2012 – 2014 Budget.

The previous five years have been a period of

tremendous change and growth for the AAC.

During 2011 elements of the Board Directors

strategic vision began to be realized as projects

that had long been dreams came to fruition.

Improved communications strategies, successful

and growing Mayor’s Luncheon and Arts Days

Celebrations, the installation of the SAAG public

artwork & commissioning of a work for the new

Firehall and the sod turning ceremony for the

new Community Arts Centre are significant

milestones in a plan to create a community that is

viewed by citizens and visitors as an arts centre.

I would like to acknowledge my admiration and

appreciation for the AAC Board of Directors.

They are an enthusiastic and dedicated group

of individuals who share a positive vision for

our community. The AAC administrative staff,

including newcomer – Muffy McKay, Project

Coordinator – and the Bowman Arts Centre

program staff also deserve recognition for

their dedication. As do our volunteers and

membership who continue to support the vision

of an arts centered community.

Suzanne Lint, Executive Director

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AAC 7 Street Office:

Suzanne LintExecutive Director

Jana MacKenzieFinance & Office Services

Ashley MarkusCommunications Coordinator

Muffy McKayProjects Coordinator

Vanessa Eagle BearAdministrative Assistant

Bowman Arts Centre:

Darcy LoganGallery Services Coordinator

Claire HattonEducation & Facility Services Coordinator

Al l ied Ar ts Counc i l S taf f

Providing Leadership and Advancing and Enhancing the Arts in Lethbridge


The Allied Arts Council was pleased to coordinate the 2011 Lethbridge Arts Days festivities in cooperation

with Lethbridge’s arts community. The event was one of many celebrations occurring throughout the

province during Alberta Arts Days 2011; an annual celebration of Alberta’s culture, heritage, artistic

diversity and provincial pride. It was also part of National Culture Days; a national movement to raise the

awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement of all Canadians in the arts and cultural life of their

communities.

With over 200 participating artists and groups representing countless disciplines, the streets of Downtown

Lethbridge were alive with art lovers of all kinds. The weekend included an eclectic mix of free events

including the unveiling of Lethbridge’s newest piece of public art; Aeolian Aviary by artists Catherine

Ross and Denton Fredrickson at the Southern Alberta Art Gallery. The 8th annual ArtWalk included over

55 venues showcasing everything from photography to textiles, painting to sculpture as well as busking

musicians and street performers along the walk. Other events included a Public Art Tour, ArtsFest; two

evenings worth of live music, dancing and performances in Galt Gardens, an Artisan Market at the Gate, a

Photo Scavenger Hunt and Family Fun Day at the Southern Alberta Art Gallery.

September 30 – October 2, 2011

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Arts Days also provided us with the opportunity to reach out to the broader community for support.

From the downtown businesses who generously open their doors each year to host art, to the numerous

partners who provide financial and in-kind support to help cover costs, to the volunteer ambassadors

who distribute programs, assist in setup and take-down of events, and of course, the artists; without them,

Lethbridge Arts Days would not be possible.

The Allied Arts Council believes Arts Days is an ideal opportunity to support our mission of Providing

Leadership in Advancing and Enhancing the Arts in Lethbridge. We are proud to have coordinated ArtWalk

for the past eight years, and Arts Days for the past three. We look forward to engaging both the arts

community and broader community with this event in the future.

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Acknowledging the importance of the strong relationships between the arts community,

business community and civic government in building a strong and vibrant city.

2011 Mayorʼs Luncheon for Business and the Arts

On September 22, the Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge hosted the 6th annual Mayor’s Luncheon for

Business and the Arts at the Lethbridge Lodge Hotel. The event was established in 2006 to acknowledge

the importance of the strong relationships between the arts community, business community and civic

government in building a strong and vibrant city. Yet again, the Luncheon was a highly successful, sold-

out event with over 250 guests in attendance. Numerous businesses, individuals and organizations also

became event partners; thereby supporting further activities of the Allied Arts Council.

Four awards were presented at the luncheon; recipients are selected from names submitted by community

members from Lethbridge and area.

AACE AwardsThe Allied Arts Council Excellence (AACE) Awards are presented to an individual, a service organization

and a business that have each significantly enhanced the arts in Lethbridge through philanthropy or

volunteerism.

2011 Recipients included:

Individual Recipient: Dr. Barbara Lacey & Robert TarleckNominated by Allied Arts Council Board of Directors

“Bob & Barbara’s strong vision for a vibrant community that includes the arts

is commendable. They understand that a healthy community should provide

opportunities for all citizens to engage in a broad range of activities, including

the arts. Not only did they have the insight to see the social benefits new arts

facilities could bring, but also the economic benefits. Their dedication to and

support of the arts in our community- both on and off City Council have left a

legacy that the broader community will benefit from for years to come.”


2011 Service Organization Recipient: Covenant HealthNominated by Ferrari Westwood Babits Architects

“St. Michael’s Health Centre was supportive and regularly seeking out ways to

integrate art into their building(s). It was evident that for the organization it

[including the arts in its facilities] was a way to support the community and

imbue the facility with a narrative meaning so essential to the emotional and

spiritual well-being of all who would live and visit there.”

2011 Business Recipient: CTV LethbridgeNominated by Dory Rossiter

“This station has a true appreciation of arts in the community. From the

small events to the large-scale ones, our reporters and videographers have

showcased them to our viewers. These stories, I believe, encourage people of all

ages to follow their dreams... to sing, to paint, to act, to create.”

2011 Recipients: Trent Moranz & Maureen Chambers, South Country FairNominated by April Blackmer

“Trent and Maureen have been pillars of the southern Alberta arts and culture

community for over twenty-five years. They do all of this because they love

it. They do it because it feels good to give back to their community. They

volunteer countless hours all year in order to promote and grow the arts and

culture scene in southern Alberta.”

Joan Waterfield Memorial AwardThe Joan Waterfield Memorial Award recognizes an individual(s) who has made a substantial contribution

to our community in the area of the arts; literary, music, dance, new media, theatre or visual arts. Individuals

who are honoured personify the values expressed in the philosophy and vision of the Allied Arts Council of

Lethbridge. “Lethbridge is enriched by a thriving arts community”.


The Allied Arts Council utilizes both traditional and digital media to promote artists and arts

organizations, arts events and activities, and to advocate the value of the arts to the larger

community.

Communications

PublicationsArtsBridge MagazineThe ArtsBridge magazine is published twice annually- a spring/summer edition and a fall/winter edition.

The objective of the magazine is to build awareness on the arts in the Lethbridge and area community

by profiling local artists, groups, events, facilities and history. It includes contributions from local writers,

photographers and artists and is available at no cost to the public.

In 2011, the magazine was available in print and digital forms. Paper copies were distributed through the

Lethbridge Herald, to key tourism and community locations throughout Lethbridge, and various coffee

shops, restaurants and offices. Digital copies were made available on the AAC website; where an online

archive was created going back as far as 2008. To date, online issues have received over 500 views.

The spring/summer 2011 edition examined the role of the arts in the community and how they improve

quality of life. The fall/winter 2011 edition explored the use of technology in the arts.

Arts DirectoryThe 2011-12 edition of the AAC Arts Directory provided a comprehensive listing of Lethbridge & area

artists, arts organizations, and businesses. The purpose of the publication is to increase exposure and

opportunities for artists, arts groups, and arts-based businesses in Lethbridge & area. Each Artist, Allied and

Associate member of the AAC received a listing in the Directory.

2011 saw the fourth year of the annual Arts Directory publication. The directory was made available in

many locations across Lethbridge including the AAC Office, Bowman Arts Centre, Galt Museum, Southern

Alberta Art Gallery, and tourism offices at no cost. It was also distributed through the Lethbridge Herald

and dropped at community locations such as leisure centres and coffee shops.

In 2011, due to demand, the page count of the Arts Directory was increased from 36 to 40 pages. A digital

version was also made available on the AAC website where it received over 250 views.

Online/Social MediaAAC Website: The AAC website (www.artslethbridge.org) remained an important part of the

communications strategy in 2011. The online Arts Calendar was updated daily and featured over 400 arts

events throughout the year. All Artist, Allied and Associate members received a listing in the online Arts

Directory and the home page slideshow was upgraded and featured a rotating slideshow of images and

content.


E-newsletter: The AAC continued to send out a bi-weekly e-newsletter, Arts in Lethbridge, to over

300 members and supporters. Arts in Lethbridge featured event listings, calls for artists, upcoming

opportunities, facility updates and more.

Social Media: In 2011, the AAC continued to utilize facebook as a valuable online resource to promote the

arts in Lethbridge. To date, the AAC page has over 500 followers. In addition, separate pages for the new

Community Arts Centre and Lethbridge Arts Days were created to raise awareness and share information.

The AAC also joined twitter in late 2011 and has seen a steady increase of followers.

Promotions and PartnershipsArt Tracks & Moments: 2011 saw the continuation of a long-standing partnership with 94.1 CJOC radio

where on-air time was provided in-kind to the AAC to promote the arts. Art Tracks aired each Wednesday

and promoted current arts events. Art Moments aired several times daily featuring interviews with local

artists, Community Arts Centre updates, and information on the need for a new Performing Arts Theatre.

City of Lethbridge Recreation & Culture Guide: Each month, the AAC reserved three pages in the

monthly Recreation & Culture Guide for promotion of member arts events and class listings.

Lethbridge Public Library Display Cases: The AAC’s partnership with Lethbridge Public Library continued

as AAC member organizations were offered the use of the display cases to promote their art, events and

programming. Display cases were used by AAC members for ten months.

Arts @ the Farmer’s Market Booth: The AAC rented a booth at the 2011 Exhibition Park Farmer’s Market

for use by AAC members who could rent the table at a significantly lower cost. Members sold artwork, did

demonstrations, sold tickets, and informed the larger community on their activities.

AAC Display Boards: Members of the AAC had the opportunity to advertise arts events in the AAC Display

Boards, located outside the AAC office and in the Bowman Arts Centre. Passers-by stop to view poster

boards to find out what’s coming up in Lethbridge’s arts scene. In 2011, over 150 posters were featured.

Trade Fairs & Special Events: The AAC participated in a number of trade fairs and events including the

Chamber of Commerce Mix & Mingle, Lethbridge College Residence Exhibit Day and the Aboriginal Council

of Lethbridge’s Diversity Café. These were opportunities to promote the arts to a broader audience.

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arts calendar: over 400 arts events promoted


Public ArtThe AAC has been actively involved with the City of Lethbridge Public Art Program since it was established

in 2007. 2011 was a year of growth for the program with significant milestones being achieved including

the drafting of a Public Art Master Plan, the unveiling of a new city of Lethbridge public artwork and the

awarding of a another new public art commission. The AAC is happy to be able to support The City of

Lethbridge percentage for Public Art program through representation on the City of Lethbridge Public Art

Steering Committee and by providing administrative support for public art acquisition processes.

The acquisition process to commission a public art work in conjunction with the renovation and expansion

of the SAAG was completed with the installation of the work, Aeolian Aviary, by Denton Fredrickson and

Catherine Ross. The official unveiling was a highlight of the 2011 Lethbridge Arts Days celebrations.

The commissioning process for an artwork associated with the construction of a new City of Lethbridge

Fire hall saw three artists visiting Lethbridge in January 2011 for site visits. The artist’s proposals were

finalized based on information gained during the site visit and final proposals were submitted to the

selection committee for consideration. In June 2011, Signal, a large stainless steel work proposed by British

Columbia artist Douglas Senft was recommend to and accepted by City Council as the successful art

project. It was originally hoped that the work would be installed in the fall of 2011; however, site challenges

and weather slowed the install process which is now planned for spring 2012.

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Bowman Arts Centre Exhibition/Gallery ProgramThe Exhibition Program of the Bowman Arts

Centre provides a recognized and professional

exhibition venue for artists and gallery visitors.

The Bowman supervises two exhibition spaces;

the Shirley Wyngaard and Music Room Galleries

at the Bowman Arts Centre, as well as large oak

showcases used for smaller displays.

While its primary focus is community based, the

Bowman programs a stable exhibition schedule

that delivers a balance of local, regional and

provincial artists. The Bowman is committed to

exhibiting both traditional and non-traditional

works, and providing an equitable representation

of all disciplines, from fine craft to installation

art. Community art isn’t a style, but is diverse

and reflects the creative output of all cultural

producers in our city.

In 2011, the Bowman Arts Centre presented

the work of 65 artists in 17 solo and group

exhibitions. Numerous artists were also able

to participate in smaller ad hoc exhibitions in

the showcases. At years end, over $24,000 in

artists fees were paid to the artists, 64 of whom

are members of our immediate community.

The Bowman presented exhibitions featuring

fine textile, drawing, painting, video art and

installation.

2011 was also a year of interesting programs,

initiatives and partnerships. The Bowman

partnered with the Lethbridge Figure Drawing

Group, the Lethbridge Textile Guild, the

Southern Alberta Community of Environmental

Educators and the University of Lethbridge Art

Gallery in presenting exhibitions. 2011 saw the

presentation of the “Cabinet of Queeriosities”

held in the showcases in support of Pride Week,

as well as 3 different exhibitions (two in the

showcases and one at the Yates) featuring

artwork about the logging of the Castle

Wilderness.

2011 saw the third annual Bowman documentary

film series on artists, titled “Forum.” Every

Monday evening for seven subsequent evenings,

the Centre presented a different biopic film

about contemporary artists. Many of these films

were difficult to obtain outside of Europe, and

this made “Forum” a rare opportunity for artists

and the interested public. Admission was by

donation.

Notebook was a major initiative in 2011, and was

a partnership between the Bowman Arts Centre

and the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery.

Notebook invited community artists to explore

the University’s fantastic art collection, and in the

process select pieces that resonated with them.

These works were then reinterpreted at a series

of workshop held at the Bowman during the Fall

and Winter. The art created at these workshops

were on display in the Helen Christou Gallery, at

the University of Lethbridge.

The Exhibition Program at the Bowman is very

excited to be moving into the new Gallery space

in the new Community Arts Centre in 2013.

65 artists in 17 solo and group exhibitions

64 local artists showcased

The Exhibition Program provides a recognized and professional exhibition venue for artists and gallery visitors

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Aeolian Aviary- Catherine Ross & Denton Fredrickson

Bowman Arts Centre Education Program

As a promoter and facilitator of the arts, the Bowman Education Program provides entry level, foundational

arts instruction that develops a broader understanding and appreciation of the arts. Through educational

programming, necessary skills and interests are realized which extend the individual’s art experience

beyond the classroom into the larger arts community.

The AAC coordinates and facilitates educational programming in visual arts, drama and speech. All of the

instructors are qualified sessional employees; many of whom are local practicing artists; who are provided

the opportunity to share their knowledge with the community. The program is run on a self-sustaining,

cost recovery basis-- registration fees are kept affordable, and bursaries are available. The Special Needs art

program is supplemented by a grant through Lethbridge Lifelong Learning Association.

The Special Needs art program has been a very popular, long running visual arts program. Classes are

ongoing throughout the year allowing students to participate often and class sizes are limited to allow

more one on one instruction. As with all art programs, students are encouraged to develop self-expression.

The visual arts program provides entry level instruction in both 2D and 3D disciplines. Instructors cover the

fundamental elements of art while providing students with necessary tools and techniques. Affiliated with

the Trinity College of Speech and Drama of London, the AAC speech program tutors students in voice, poise

and movement. Students prepare for yearly exams, participate in recitals and compete in speech festivals.

In a group setting, drama students learn basic acting techniques to express themselves. Students work

towards a final performance at the end of each session.

In 2011, over 600 adults and children enrolled in arts education classes at the Bowman; enrolling in

everything from clay sculpture to fiber art, cartooning to drama. The majority of programming in the

summer was geared towards children’s classes, which saw a high level of enrollment.

Class sizes are limited to allow more one on one instruction

Through educational programming, necessary skills and interests are realized to extend the

individual’s art experience beyond the classroom into the larger arts community.

600 adults & children enrolled in arts classes

Clay wheel Painting Drawing Drama Fiber art Printmaking Mixed media Speech

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Since 2007, the Allied Arts Council and the arts community of Lethbridge have worked together on

the Arts Re:Building Together initiative, which addresses concerns regarding the City’s arts facilities

and proposes the concept of a “Cultural Corridor” for Lethbridge. The Cultural Corridor would

be a place where Lethbridge could showcase the artistic talent we have. Performances, festivals,

exhibitions, markets, workshops and classes are just a few of the activities that would happen in

Lethbridge’s Cultural Corridor. It would be a centralized, ‘one-stop-shop’ for citizens of Lethbridge to

engage and visitors in the arts and culture of our city.

In the Arts Re:Building Together campaign three buildings were identified as needing urgent care

or replacement. With the completion of the Southern Alberta Art Gallery project in 2010, the AAC

focused on the two remaining projects in 2011.

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BU I LD ING LETHBR IDGE ʼS CULTURAL CORR IDOR

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Community Arts Centre

Community Consultation & Design: June – December 2010

Tender: Early 2011

Sod Turning: July 2011

Operational model development: 2012

Construction: 2011 – 2012

Centre Opening: Early 2013

Estimated Project Timelines:

Community Arts CentreConstruction officially began on Lethbridge’s new Community Arts Centre

on July 7, 2011. Government officials, community members, artists and

arts groups gathered together at a sod turning ceremony to celebrate the

official start to the construction on Lethbridge’s Community Arts Centre.

The Community Arts Centre, to be located at the corner of 3 Avenue & 8

Street South, will be a place where people develop community through

learning, living and loving the arts. By providing opportunities for artists to

create and collaborate and for the public to engage in an active and varied

educational arts programming, the Lethbridge Community Arts Centre will

foster the understanding, appreciation and application of the arts in our

city. The Allied Arts Council will manage the Centre.

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The Yates Centre has long been the City’s premier performing arts facility used by many groups, but technical deficiencies, size and booking availability have begun to limit opportunities for programming and performance.

Performing Arts TheatreThe Yates Centre has long been the City’s premier performing arts facility used by many groups, but

technical deficiencies, size and booking availability have begun to limit opportunities for programming

and performance.

In 2011, the Lethbridge Performing Arts Theatre Steering Committee; formed in 2009, took this message to

the public through presentations to various community groups including the Southern Alberta Council on

Public Affairs (SACPA), Lethbridge Rotary Clubs, the Breakfast Club and the Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge. The

message was also delivered to the public through articles, advertisements and media coverage.

Meanwhile, a review of the original Performing Arts Theatre study (completed in 2010) was taking place

during the spring/summer of 2011. On October 20, 2011, the Steering Committee, along with Richard

Schick of Schick Shiner Associates, presented the results of the review to Lethbridge City Council. It was

confirmed the proposed location for the facility is ideal because it will become part of the Cultural Corridor.

But, it was suggested the scope of the project including seating capacity and spaces allocated for the

lobby, technical areas, loading docks, dressing rooms, patron lounge and orchestra pit may be too large. A

number of recommendations were made that would lower the cost of the facility from 70 million dollars;

required for the original plan, to approximately 45 million dollars.

A short list of possible sources of funding from the federal and provincial governments was provided, as

well as some general fundraising ideas and suggestions for municipal funding arrangements. According

to Mr. Schick, current economic conditions in Canada and the rest of the world do not look good for arts

funding. This will be true for both operational and capital funding for a new Performing Arts Theatre. Most

of the funding will have to come from the City of Lethbridge, businesses and the community at large.

The Schick Shiner Associates report was received as information and referred to the 2014 – 2023 Capital

Improvement Program for further consideration by the City of Lethbridge.

Just as the new Community Arts Centre took over twenty-five years from the initial idea to completion, a

Performing Arts Theatre will require ongoing support from both the arts community and broader public. A

great place to live includes a wide variety of community activities for everyone to participate in and enjoy.

The Allied Arts Council will continue to promote the need for this facility in our community.

Community Arts Centre

IMPROVING ARTS FACILITIES 17

In 2011, a broad mix of organizations, individuals and businesses demonstrated their support for

the arts in Lethbridge with a membership in the Allied Arts Council.

Membership

The AAC was supported by many dedicated volunteers in 2011. From special events to board meetings to

poster hanging, volunteers continued to be an integral part of AAC’s projects.

Approximately 1300 volunteer hours were donated by 54 individuals in the following categories:

Mayor’s Luncheon for Business and the Arts


Bowman Education Program

Bowman Gallery Program

AAC Board Meetings & events

The AAC looks forward to the increasing contributions of volunteers in the future. Thank you to everyone

who has shared their time to enhance the arts in Lethbridge!

Volunteers

In 2011, 35 new members joined the AAC

In 2011 the AAC membership included:

53

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55

Allied Members groups dedicated to furthering the arts

Associate Members businesses supportive of the arts

Artist Members individuals engaged in artistic endeavors

Friend Members individuals and families supportive of the arts

18 SUPPORTERS

FINANCIALS 19

Summary of Annual Financial Results(Unaudited figures; approved financial statements available through the AAC)

ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL OF LETHBRIDGEBalance Sheet

December 31, 2011, with comparative figures for 2010

(Unaudited)

2011 2010

Assets

Current assets:Cash and cash equivalents $ 285,311 $ 248,270Accounts receivable 4,842 11,784Prepaid expenses 2,215 2,596Goods and services tax recoverable 2,233 7,640

294,601 270,290

Capital assets:Capital assets 106,710 89,688Less accumulated amortization 57,826 44,144

48,884 45,544

$ 343,485 $ 315,834

Liabilities and Net Assets

Current liabilities:Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 17,432 $ 5,655Deferred revenue 3,002 12,535Deferred contributions 28,707 28,425

49,141 46,615

Net assets:Investment in capital assets 48,884 45,544Unrestricted 42,059 42,059Internally restricted 203,401 181,616

294,344 269,219

$ 343,485 $ 315,834

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20 FINANCIALS

Funders

Platinum Partners ($2000+)ATB Financial

Val & Flora Matteotti

94.1 CJOC

Gold Partners ($1000 - $1999)Deltec Power & Control Systems

Downtown Lethbridge BRZ

Ferrari Westwood Babits Architects

Gold & Gold Productions

Korite International Ltd.

National Salvage

North & Company

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Estate

Silver Partners ($500 - $999)Advance Glass and Aluminum

Davidson & William LLP

Dennis & Penny Beaudin

Impact Systems

KPMG Accounting

Lethbridge Lodge

McIntyre Ranching Co. Ltd.

Melcor Development Ltd.

Meyers Norris Penny

Overhead Door

Precon Manufacturing Ltd.

Stantec Consulting Ltd.

Bronze Partners ($250 - $499)Tim Carlson in memory of Marjorie

Carlson

D.A. Building Systems Ltd.

Shirley & Gerry DeBow

Steve Denecky

Rod & Martha Draffin

Steve Ferzacca

John Fisher

From the Grapevine

Simon & Cathy Hann

Lethbridge Real Estate

Richardson Oilseed Ltd.

Daniel Shapiro

Sterling Mutuals

Streatside Eatery

Individual Partners ($1 - $249)Ivy Corns

Robert Croskery

Clint Dunford

Barb Goodman

Helen Haynes

Tweela Houtekamer

Akira & Lorita Ichikawa

Ron & Mariette Jacobson

Morris Katz

Ike & Diana Lanier

George & Wilma McCrea

Tad Mitsui & Muriel Mellow

Anne Myshok

Jim & Grace Third

Dan & Karen Westwood

Media PartnersCKUA

CTV

Lethbridge Herald

Supporters

SUPPORTERS 21

Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge318 7 Street South

Lethbridge Alberta T1J 2G2

ph: 403.320.0555 f: 403.320.2450

email: [email protected]

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