Arts Research Monitor
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FAQs about new subscription service
Arts Research Monitor, BlogBelow are answers to some key questions about our new subscription service (via Substack). Statistical insights on the arts will now be distributed as a “newsletter” at statsinsights.hillstrategies.com. Through a subscription model, I will continue t… View this resource
Since 2002, the Arts Research Monitor has provided synopses of qualitative and quantitative research findings in the arts and culture. Because of funding changes, we are distributing our new work at statsinsights.ca.
Critical Evidence: How the Arts Benefit Student Achievement
Arts Research MonitorCritical Evidence highlights, in non-technical language, the impacts of arts education with regard to academic achievement and student success. The report indicates that, despite strong research into the importance of arts education in a well-rounded… View this resource
Government expenditures on culture, 2003/04
Arts Research MonitorIn 2003/04, governments spent $7.3 billion on culture in Canada, a 4.1% increase from 2002/03 (not adjusted for inflation). Federal government spending on culture was $3.5 billion (45% of spending by all levels of government), while the provinces and… View this resource
Comparisons of Arts Funding in Selected Countries: Preliminary Findings
Arts Research MonitorThis report examines government funding for the arts in a number of countries, particularly at the federal level. The report cautions that “direct comparisons between countries should not be made only on a simple basis such as comparing per cap… View this resource
Art and Wellbeing
Arts Research MonitorGiven that “creativity is inextricably linked to our wellbeing”, this Australian report highlights case studies regarding the connections between community cultural development and seven areas: health; sustainable development; public housing and plac… View this resource
Canadian Forum on Arts and Health – Forum Summary Report
Arts Research MonitorThis report contains a summary of the discussions during the March 2005 Canadian Forum on Arts and Health. The goals of the Forum were to: share experiences and research; provide a networking opportunity for those working in the area; identify questi… View this resource


