Opinion: The value of art and culture to Canadian life isn't just economic – so let's stop treating them that way
Canada needs a new cultural contract that puts art and artists squarely at the centre of our lives
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Canada needs a new cultural contract that puts art and artists squarely at the centre of our lives
Every museum visit produces $905 in social benefits per visitor, according to a study conducted at 11 art institutions
Some museums hope that they can harness a new stream of funding from their audiences online. February 17, 2021 The Baden State Museum has created a Tinder-like app to match visitors with exhibits. Photo by Uli Deck/picture alliance via Getty Images. Since the pandemic first forced museums into lockdown last spring, a growing number of institutions have been trying to supplement lost income by selling tickets to experience their exhibitions online. If successful, the business model could provide a new source of revenue in the future and support further digital investment. But, let’s face itâ...