News
April 18, 2024
PACT's Response to the Federal Budget 2024
On April 18, 2024, PACT issued a statement in response to the 2024 Federal Budget.
Read MoreApril 17, 2024
A look at the key items of relevance to arts and culture in the 2024 federal budget.
Read MoreMarch 27, 2024
Celebrate World Theatre Day and Support Canadian Theatre
2024 Canadian Ambassador for World Theatre Day Jani Lauzon shares a message of urgency and hope for World Theatre Day.
Read MoreMarch 20, 2024
Happy World Theatre Day for Children and Youth 2024
Today we celebrate the importance and impact of theatre for young audiences on our communities!
Read MoreMarch 19, 2024
Advocacy Update: Response Letter to Planned Cuts to Canadian Heritage
On March 19, 2024, PACT issued a response letter to the federal government around the recent refocusing of government spending and the resulting changes in programming at the Department of Canadian Heritage, outlined in the 2024-2025 Departmental Plan.
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March 5, 2024
An Urgent Call to Support Canadian Theatres
The Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT) and Association des théâtres francophones du Canada (AFTC) Announce Plans for World Theatre Day.
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2024
Call for Nominations: PACT Board Executive
Every three years, the PACT membership elects the executive positions for its Board of Directors. This is your chance to take a turn at leadership and play a role in shaping the next chapter of your association.
Read MoreFebruary 8, 2024
Preparations are underway for World Theatre Day for Youth on March 20th and World Theatre Day on March 27th. We are excited to share the details with you soon. In the meantime, we need your help!
Read MoreFebruary 5, 2024
Sunny Drake Productions wins the 2024 PACT Green Award!
Now in its second year, The Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT) awards the 2024 PACT Green Award to Toronto-based Sunny Drake Productions.
Read MoreJanuary 25, 2024
Nominations for the 2024 Mallory Gilbert Leadership Award are now open!
Nominate a colleague or mentor for their contribution to Canadian theatre and commitment to inspiring others!
Read MoreSeptember 26, 2023
Advocacy Update: Letter of Response to Statistics Canada Report
On August 22, 2023, Statistics Canada released its analysis report, “Return to Life after two years of the COVID-19 pandemic”. While we appreciate their ongoing efforts to report on post-pandemic recovery, PACT felt this report failed to convey a complete picture of the challenging circumstances facing Canada’s live performing arts sector.
Read MoreSeptember 5, 2023
Call for Submissions: The 2023 PACT Green Award
The PACT Green Award, an initiative of the Environmental Stewardship Committee, honours programming from companies and/or artists that inspires theatre workers and theatregoers to engage with the climate crisis and environmental stewardship in creative and exciting ways.
Read MoreAugust 22, 2023
PACT is looking for its next Membership & Communications Manager!
PACT is seeking its next Membership & Communications Manager to steward our members and colleagues, grow our membership, manage our renewal process and more! Learn more about the position!
Read MoreAugust 17, 2023
PACT's Pre-Budget Submission for 2024
PACT’s budget recommendations focus on training, infrastructure support, and encouraging audiences to return to the theatre.
Read MoreJuly 18, 2023
Announcing Brad Lepp as PACT's new Executive Director
After an extensive national search, the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT) is excited to announce BRAD LEPP as PACT’s next Executive Director, effective August 8, 2023.
Read MoreJune 28, 2023
After careful review by the Mallory Gilbert Leadership Award committee, the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT) presents the 2023 Mallory Gilbert Leadership Award (MGLA) to...
Read MoreApril 4, 2023
Mallory Gilbert Leadership Award nominations are now open!
Nominate a colleague or mentor for their contribution to Canadian theatre and commitment to inspiring others!
Read MoreMarch 27, 2023
Meet a Stage Manager for World Theatre Day 2023!
Join PACT in celebrating stage managers for World Theatre Day 2023!
Read MoreMarch 20, 2023
On March 20, let’s celebrate World Theatre Day for Children and Youth!
Join five associations all across Canada to celebrate World Theatre Day for Children and Youth!
Read MoreMarch 17, 2023
PACT is looking for its next Executive Director!
PACT is seeking its next Executive Director to lead with a future focus into the next phase of both the Canadian theatre sector and PACT itself. Learn more about the position!
Read MoreFebruary 3, 2023
PACT Executive Director, Boomer Stacey bids farewell to PACT
Long-time PACT staff member, Boomer Stacey, bids farewell to PACT. Thank you Boomer!
Read MoreFebruary 2, 2023
Meet the inaugural winner of the 2023 PACT Green Award
Register now to RSVP to the PACT Green Award ceremony!
Read MoreOctober 18, 2022
PACT's 2022 Pre-Budget Submission
PACT’s budget recommendations focus on measures that support the ongoing recovery of the theatre sector from the global pandemic, historic inequities, and the theatre sector’s commitment to climate action.
Read MoreSeptember 1, 2022
Service Change on Membership Dues 2022-2023
PACT Members will be able to record their dues payment on our new website!
Read MoreAugust 8, 2022
The PACT Green Award, a new initiative of the Environmental Stewardship Committee, honours programming from companies and/or artists that inspires theatre workers and theatregoers to engage with the climate crisis and environmental stewardship in creative and exciting ways.
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