Call for Industry Professionals: Join the Creative Saskatchewan Board of Directors

Do you have a passion for fostering a thriving creative industry ecosystem in Saskatchewan? Creative Saskatchewan is seeking two dedicated and experienced individuals to join our Board of Directors. Your expertise can help shape the future of Saskatchewan’s creative industries.

About Creative Saskatchewan

Creative Saskatchewan is dedicated to the growth and sustainability of the province’s creative industries. We support a wide range of sectors, including film & TV, craft & visual arts, live performing arts, music, digital game development, and book publishing. We do this by providing funding, training, and resources to help creative entrepreneurs succeed.

Board of Directors

The Creative Saskatchewan Board of Directors plays a crucial role in shaping the future of our province’s creative industries. Comprising no more than 11 Directors, half of the Board is appointed by the Minister of Parks, Culture, and Sport, and the other half are recommended to our agency by our Nominations Committee. Our Board is a governance board and holds statutory power and obligations granted by The Creative Saskatchewan Act and The Creative Saskatchewan Regulations.

Role and Responsibilities: As a member of the Board of Directors, you will:

• Provide strategic financial oversight and guidance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policy.
• Ensure the organization’s financial health and sustainability.
• Collaborate with other board members to support Creative Saskatchewan’s mission and goals.
• Advocate for Saskatchewan’s creative industries.

Qualifications and Expectations

We invite individuals who meet the following criteria to consider joining our Board:

• Experience: Demonstrated leadership and expertise in business, arts, culture, or related fields.
• Commitment: Willingness to actively participate in quarterly Board meetings, discussions, and decision-making processes. Meetings are offered in a hybrid format of virtual and in-person, with most meetings taking place virtually.
• Advocacy: Passion for advancing the interests of Saskatchewan’s creative industries and supporting local talent and exports.
• Diversity: A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within the creative sector.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Previous board experience is an asset but not required.

Please note that Board Members are offered honorariums per meeting ($110 for Board Members and $155 for the Board Chair). If travel is required, per diems and mileage are also provided.

Join Us in Shaping Saskatchewan’s Creative Industries

By serving on the Creative Saskatchewan Board of Directors, you’ll play a pivotal role in fostering a thriving creative industry ecosystem. You will have the opportunity to network with other professionals and leaders in the creative industries, in both public and private sectors. Together, we amplify Saskatchewan success stories and drive economic prosperity.

For more information about Creative Saskatchewan and our programs, click here.

Commitment to Inclusivity

Creative Saskatchewan is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment. We believe that a variety of perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organization and enhances our ability to support the creative community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. More information about our commitment is available in our Diversity Statement here.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our Board of Directors and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to submit your nomination. Please send a brief letter of interest, along with your resume, to our Board Chair Kama Leier at chair@creativesask.ca. There is no set deadline to express interest.

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“As a member of the Creative Saskatchewan board, I’ve experienced firsthand the positive changes we can bring to the arts and cultural sectors. This position is a platform for advocacy and action, ideal for anyone committed to fostering inclusion and innovation in our industries.” – Chris Triffo

“It is my honour and privilege to serve Creative Saskatchewan as a member of its Board of Directors. This is a diverse, well-governed, engaged and respectful Board, with a meaningful relationship with the CEO and its staff toward meeting the mandate of a strong, economically viable and vibrant creative industry. Board members are supported and encouraged in professional development, as they are in sharing respective perspectives toward best outcomes for the entrepreneurial creative industries.” – Silvia Martini

To streamline the income verification process, improve security, and ensure compliance with tax regulations, grant recipients that received $500+ from Creative Saskatchewan are to utilize their Letter of Commitment (LOC) with Creative Saskatchewan as a means of income verification for the 2025 tax year.

You may provide your LOC to your tax preparer as support for income earned. If you prepare your own taxes, enter the amount into “other income”. This approach not only enhances transparency but also assists you in meeting your tax reporting obligations.

LOCs comprehensively outline the terms and conditions of the grant, including the awarded amount and the designated purpose of the grant.

Utilizing a written agreement will provide both parties with a clear understanding of their respective rights and responsibilities, facilitating a smoother and more efficient tax reporting process.

LOCs can be obtained by logging into your profile in our Grant Management System (GMS).

• If your grant is still open, your application will appear under “Active Applications”.
• If your grant is completed and final reporting is approved/complete, your application will appear under “Archived Applications”
• In your application, the Letter of Commitment is available for download under the “Results” tab.

Please note that if your second payment was adjusted or you did not receive the full amount during the calendar year, you should only include the funds you actually received during the year. Any future funds secured would be counted towards your 2026 tax return.

We truly value your ongoing partnership and express our sincere gratitude for your invaluable contribution to the arts community. Thank you for being an integral part of our shared commitment to fostering creativity and cultural enrichment.