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2024-25 Programs Closed

March 3, 2025 by Carrie Sweeney

Our 2024-25 Programs are now closed.

Stay tuned—details for our 2025-26 programs will be announced in April 2025. Each year, we take the time to adjust our programming as appropriate according to applicant and assessor feedback. Thank you for your patience as we gear up for another great year supporting creative entrepreneurs!

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SaskInteractive: Levelling Up Saskatchewan’s Gaming Industry

February 6, 2025 by Carrie Sweeney

Creative Saskatchewan funds seven industry associations, helping them achieve their mandates to support Saskatchewan’s creative small businesses and creative producers, and helping build extraordinary businesses. Saskatchewan Interactive Media Association Inc. (SaskInteractive) became a part of our funding envelope in 2014. As their primary funding agency, we proudly provide SaskInteractive with operational and program funding.

Jack Hilkewich, Executive Director at SaskInteractive, highlights the impact of the partnership, “Creative Saskatchewan’s support has been instrumental in SaskInteractive’s efforts to grow and strengthen Saskatchewan’s interactive digital media industry. Their funding enables us to provide professional development, advocacy, and networking opportunities that help our members thrive. Together, we’re growing Saskatchewan’s interactive digital media industry, creating opportunities, and helping local talent shine on a bigger stage.”

SaskInteractive represents members involved in the development of content-based interactive digital media, as well as consumers and stakeholders. The Association acts on behalf of its members to represent their views to government, industry, the news media, and to the general public.

The team at SaskInteractive is dedicated to fostering the growth of the digital media industry in Saskatchewan, creating economic opportunities and jobs. They provide a robust network to enhance communication within the industry and act as a strong advocate. By offering professional development opportunities, SaskInteractive addresses the creative, technical, and administrative needs of industry professionals.

They work to raise public awareness of the benefits of digital media and increase the industry’s profile, enabling marketing and exporting opportunities. SaskInteractive also liaises between educational institutions and the industry to enhance training opportunities and collaborates with the government to develop policies that support industry growth. Additionally, they showcase developers and their achievements to both local and global audiences.

Global Game Jam 2025
Global Game Jam 2025

Creative Saskatchewan was proud to support a few of their events recently, including the Global Game Jam where 120 game developers came together to make 40 games in the span of a single weekend, and the Interactive Digital Media in Focus conference.

When it comes to funding game developers—we are here to help! Creative Saskatchewan’s role is to help clients navigate the application process from start to finish, review applications for eligibility, ensure applications are vetted by industry professionals, and invest in projects with economic potential. Creative Saskatchewan offers a few grants related to Interactive Digital:

The Digital Game Development Grant supports eligible Saskatchewan applicants in the production of innovative and original digital games and eLearning properties. All projects developed and designed with support from this grant must be made available for sale.

Game developers may also be eligible to apply for our Business Improvement grant, Research grant, Marketing grant and Showcase or Sell Travel grant.

SaskInteractive’s dedication to fostering the digital media sector, combined with Creative Saskatchewan’s robust funding support, creates a powerful synergy. By providing essential resources, professional development, and advocacy, SaskInteractive enhances the industry’s growth and visibility. Creative Saskatchewan complements these efforts by offering targeted grants and guiding developers through the funding process. This partnership ensures that game developers in Saskatchewan have the support they need to innovate, thrive, and bring their creative projects to market.

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Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing: Sharing Indigenous Narratives

January 30, 2025 by Carrie Sweeney

Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing successfully applied for the Book Publishing Production Grant (Author-Funded Stream) for the publication and reprint of several titles.

Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing (YNWP) prioritizes books written by prairie people, or that deal with prairie subject matter. They are deeply committed to providing a publishing resource for those niche writers and illustrators whose stories might not otherwise be publicly told.

The funds from Creative Saskatchewan supported YNWP in the publication of Tanning Moose Hides the Northern Saskatchewan Trapline Way: An Easy Step-by Step Guide by Denesųłiné Elders Lawrence and Lena Adam, Woodland Cree knowledge carrier Tommy Bird and author Miriam Körner.

Tanning Moose Hides Book CoverWith over four decades of experience, the Elders and Bird share their lifetime of experience to guide a new generation of hide tanners. Combining traditional knowledge with easy-to-follow instructions and detailed colour photos, this practical guide was made to keep the tradition alive.

The publication of Tanning Moosehides the Northern Saskatchewan Trapline Way was a huge hit from the start. Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing sold 65 copies within the first two weeks of publication, while the authors sold more than 200 copies themselves. Over 1,300 copies have been sold to date. YNWP has submitted this title for consideration for inclusion in Indigenous Books for Schools.

Additionally, YNWP made successful reprints of two of their past publications.

When the Trees Crackle with Cold: A Cree Calendar/pīsimwasinahikan by Bernice Johnson-Laxdal and Miriam Körner

When the Trees Crackle with Cold book coverThis timeless picture book about the moon calendar of the northern Cree shares our connection to the seasons and cycle of nature, and its warmly rendered watercolour illustrations bring Saskatchewan’s north to life. Written in English and the northern Plains Cree y-dialect, inviting Cree and non-Cree speakers alike to explore the traditional moon calendar.

Since the arrival of the reprint in January 2024, Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing has sold over 10,000 copies of this award-winning, in-demand title. Based on its great appeal and bestselling status, YNWP is currently in negotiations to sell the foreign publishing rights to this book to a US publisher.

When We Had Sled Dogs: A Story from the Trapline/ācimowin ohci wanihikīskanāhk by Ida Tremblay and Miriam Körner

When We Had Sled Dogs book coverA Story from the Trapline, ācimowin ohci wanihikīskanāhk takes readers young and old on a journey into the past when dog teams were part of the traditional way of life in Northern Saskatchewan. Inspired by Elder Ida Tremblay’s childhood memories, and told in English with Woodland Cree words and phrases, the story follows the seasonal cycle of trapline life.

The reprint of When We Had Sled Dogs was out of stock nearly the moment it arrived in March, 2024. Just under 1,300 copies were purchased for Literacy Week by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education, sending this title immediately back to press, with a total of 4,500 copies sold to date.

The success of these titles has been undeniable. Heather Nickel, founder of Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing, shared her appreciation, “YNWP is very grateful to Creative Saskatchewan for their support with projects like these, particularly since the purpose of the books in this project is to share and retain traditional Indigenous knowledge. Thank you.”

The above books and more can be purchased on YNWP’s website: https://www.ynwp.ca/

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SaskBooks: Championing Saskatchewan’s Publishing Landscape

January 23, 2025 by Carrie Sweeney

Creative Saskatchewan funds seven industry associations, helping them achieve their mandates to support Saskatchewan’s creative small businesses and creative producers, and helping build extraordinary businesses. As their primary funding agency, we proudly provide operational and program funding for SaskBooks.

SaskBooks has championed Saskatchewan publishers since 1989, becoming the vibrant heart of the province’s book publishing scene.

Highlighting the economic impact of Creative Saskatchewan’s support, Jillian Bell, Executive Director of SaskBooks, commented, “We are extremely fortunate to have an agency like Creative Saskatchewan supporting creative industry, creative producers, creative small businesses, and of course, creative industry associations. Their support has helped SaskBooks market and promote Saskatchewan books for more than a decade, has helped publishers’ business development, and has opened doors for publishers to engage in international rights sales, and export marketing. They also make it possible for SaskBooks to undertake much-valued industry research and sector development. Without Creative Saskatchewan and its ongoing operational and project support for SaskBooks and its investment in the publishing sector, the province would lose out on more than $2 Million in economic activity.”

Daniel Parr from SaskBooks at our 10 year anniversary
Daniel Parr from SaskBooks at our 10 year anniversary

SaskBooks offers a wide range of services to support publishers. They help promote and market books published by Saskatchewan publishing businesses, and they provide professional development sessions for publishers at all levels of development. SaskBooks’ staff has more than 50 combined years of publishing industry experience; their knowledge, skills, and connections are invaluable. The board of directors and members, who are all publishers at various stages of their careers, offer a wealth of experience and guidance. Members of SaskBooks receive industry-specific newsletters, access to an online bookstore to sell their books, book reviews, numerous networking opportunities throughout the year, and an annual conference that attracts publishing professionals from around the world. SaskBooks connects publishers with opportunities they might not otherwise access, both within Saskatchewan and globally, and helps the world find and fall in love with Saskatchewan books.

SaskBooks was one of the founding partners of the Saskatchewan Book Awards, which celebrates excellence in Saskatchewan books. Creative Saskatchewan has been a proud sponsor of the Publishing Award since 2020. The award is presented annually to the Saskatchewan publisher of the best book, based on literary or artistic value, the quality of editing, book design, production, and content. Past winners have included publishers like Radiant Press and the University of Regina Press.

A few titles published by SaskBooks members
A few titles published by SaskBooks members

When it comes to funding publishers—that’s where we come in! Creative Saskatchewan’s role is to help clients navigate the application process from start to finish, review applications for eligibility, ensure applications are vetted by industry professionals, and invest in projects with economic potential. Creative Saskatchewan offers a few grants related to the book industry:

The Book Publishing production grant has two funding streams to support the production of books for commercial release: Author-Funded and Book Publishing.

The Author-Funded stream supports self-publishers, or hybrid publishers working with the Saskatchewan authors who invest in the cost of their book’s production.

The Book Publisher’s stream supports established literary, academic, and scholarly publishers’ book production activity.

Publishers and self-publishers are also eligible to apply for our Business Improvement grant, Research grant, Marketing grant and Showcase or Sell Travel grant.

For 35 years, SaskBooks has been dedicated to supporting Saskatchewan’s publishing community and helping book publishers succeed.Whether you’re a seasoned publisher looking to expand your network, a new publisher seeking guidance, or whether you’re someone looking for a Saskatchewan book, SaskBooks can help!

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Printmaking Excellence Celebrated at Remai Modern

January 21, 2025 by Carrie Sweeney

Sponsorship from Creative Saskatchewan was used to support a memorable printmaking program at Remai Modern in September. This event brought together artists, writers, printmakers, and art historians from across Canada to explore the innovative and collaborative aspects of printmaking.

Remai Modern has a decades-long print collecting history dating back 60 years, beginning with its predecessor the Mendel Art Gallery, over which they have collected over 1,400 works.

The two-day event featured a variety of programs, including exhibition tours, panel discussions, artist talks, and printmaking studio tours. Highlights included a tour of the exhibition “Life in Print: William Kentridge & Pablo Picasso,” a panel discussion with master printers and Creative Saskatchewan grant recipient Jillian Ross and Steven Dixon, and an artist talk by Wally Dion.

Jillian Ross Print workshop
Jillian Ross Print workshop

They were visited by Dr. Frederick Mulder, a Picasso print specialist and international print dealer from London. Mulder, born in Ontario, lived in Saskatchewan from the age of 9 and earned his bachelor’s degree at the University of Saskatchewan. He delivered the annual Mendel International Lecture, sharing the fascinating story of how Remai Modern acquired the world’s greatest collection of Picasso linocuts. His lecture was a sold-out event, deeply engaging the audience with his personal connection to Saskatchewan and his expertise in the printmaking industry.

Art historian Anne-Françoise giving a lecture.
Art historian Anne-Françoise giving a lecture

Creative Saskatchewan’s support enabled Remai Modern to provide valuable learning opportunities—specifically, how to be successful in the business of printmaking. The funding allowed audiences to gain insights from industry experts like Dr. Mulder and highlighted the international success of local entrepreneurs such as Jillian Ross and Brendan Copestake.

Bevin Bradley, the Remai’s Assistant Curator raved, “We are so thankful for your contribution, and all the ways in which Creative Saskatchewan enriches the arts landscape of our province and communities,”

Learn more about Remai Modern and their current exhibitions on their website: https://remaimodern.org/

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La Nouvelle Plume Brings Francophone Voices To The Forefront

January 14, 2025 by Carrie Sweeney

Francophone publisher La Nouvelle Plume has been awarded the Book Publishing Grant (Publisher’s Stream) for their 2023-24 Publication Program.

This grant supported the publication of four books by seven different authors, under the guidance of Managing Editor Jean-Pierre Picard. La Nouvelle Plume is dedicated to stimulating the interest of Francophones and Francophiles of all ages and backgrounds in writing and reading by publishing quality books in French in Saskatchewan. The 2023-2024 program includes the following notable works:

Les quatre saisons de Rousse-Bedaine / The Four Seasons of Rusty-Belly

Author: Danielle S. Marcotte

Illustrator: Francesca Da Sacco

This book offers a poetic journey through the heart of the seasons and introduces readers to the migratory world of birds in the beautiful Boundary Bay Regional Park in British Columbia. Visual Material for this bilingual children’s book was provided by Ducks Unlimited.

La Nation provisoire / The Provisional Nation

Author: Laurier Gareau

This work features key figures of the resistance that shook the Métis world in the Northwest and the relations between Francophones and Anglophones.

Du rêve parisien au froid des Prairies / From Parisian Dreams to the Cold of the Prairies

Author: Pierre Minkala-Ntadi

A man with dreams of Paris ends up on the Canadian Prairies. This novel provides a unique perspective on the adaptation of newcomers to Canadian reality.

À cœur ouvert / With Open Hearts

Authors: Frédérique Roussel, Sharon Pulvermacher, Mychèle Fortin, and Marie Carrière

This collection unites poems, tales, stories, and reveries in a unique universe punctuated by tenderness, heartbreak, allegories, and adventures.

Two of these recently published authors celebrated their book launch last year. Notably, Pierre Minkala-Ntadi became the first author of African origin published by La Nouvelle Plume. The grant facilitated the publication of his book and the hiring of an editor to help improve his manuscript.

La Nouvelle Plume book launch
Pierre Minkala-Ntadi speaks at his book launch alongside Laurier Gareau

Additionally, the grant enabled the publication of Laurier Gareau’s most recent play, La Nation provisoire / The Provisional Nation, and the recruitment of French Métis language specialist Robert A. Papen to review the language used in the book. The book includes a short text by Papen explaining the nature of the French Métis language.

La Nouvelle Plume continues to be a beacon of Francophone literature, enriching the cultural landscape with diverse voices and stories.

Visit their website to learn more about their publications: https://plume.refc.ca/

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