Fully Fund SK Arts: Help Us Take Action
Add your Voice for a Fully Funded SK Arts
The Saskatchewan arts sector is facing increasing public scrutiny and funding pressure. Recent media coverage has amplified harmful narratives that frame the arts as frivolous or wasteful – undermining the essential role that artists and arts organizations play in our communities.
In response, the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance is launching a public letter-writing campaign calling on the Government of Saskatchewan to increase SK Arts’ base funding by $6 million. This letter will reach out to all of our representatives:
- Your local MLA
- Premier Scott Moe
- Carla Beck, Leader of the Opposition
- Alana Ross, Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport
- Darcy Warrington, Opposition Shadow Minister for Parks, Culture and Sport
- Jim Reiter, Finance Minister
- Trent Wotherspoon, Shadow Minister for Finance.
This is a critical opportunity to show elected officials that artists, arts workers, and arts supporters from across the province care deeply about the future of public arts funding.
Why This Matters
SK Arts has not received a meaningful increase in base funding in over a decade, despite rising costs and growing demand. Without increased investment, Saskatchewan risks losing:
- Artistic talent and creative workers
- Community-led programs, festivals, and exhibitions
- Equitable access to the arts in rural, northern, and underserved communities
A $6 million increase would:
- Stabilize funding for organizations of all sizes
- Support sustainable careers for Saskatchewan artists and arts workers
- Leverage additional investment from federal, municipal, and private partners
- Protect the long-term health and vibrancy of our cultural sector
SK Arts–funded organizations generate approximately $92 million in annual economic output, and the broader arts and culture sector contributes over $1 billion to Saskatchewan’s GDP. This is not just about culture – it’s about jobs, community resilience, and the identity of our province.
How to Take Action
If you are an artist, arts worker, or arts supporter, we need you to contact your MLA using our online tool.
If you represent an arts organization, please consider sharing this campaign with your subscribers and email lists. Broad public support is essential to show that this issue matters in every region of Saskatchewan.
Use Our Campaign Tool on New/Mode
We’re using New/Mode, a trusted campaign platform used by nonprofits and advocacy groups across the country.
Here’s how it works:
- Visit the campaign page.
You’ll see a summary of the issue and what we’re asking MLAs to do. - Enter your contact info.
New/Mode uses this to identify your MLA based on your postal code and address the letter properly. - Customize your message (optional).
You can use our pre-written letter as-is or edit it to reflect your own story or concerns. - Hit “Send.”
Your message will be delivered directly to your MLA’s inbox.
👉 Start Writing Your Letter Now!
Together, we can ensure the arts continue to thrive in every corner of Saskatchewan. Your voice matters. Let’s make it heard.
