Increase access to and availability of materials, technology and equipment across the territory.

Action Plan Priorities: 

Art-based business

Action Plan Priority Category: 

NWT Arts Strategy

Deliverable(s): 

1. Create an inventory of current northern art suppliers, community tool and equipment-sharing programs and supports. (ITI) – 2025-2027 On-track
2. Promote the ITI Hide and Fur Program as a source of materials for art and creative projects. (ITI) – 2024-2025 On-track
3. Seek ways to reduce costs (such as shipping) for raw materials, equipment, and tools to NWT communities and artists. (ITI) – 2025-2027 On-track
4. Increase access and availability of NWT fur and hide for NWT artists. (ITI/ENR) – 2024-2025 On-track

Status Summary: 

• July 2024: New two-year Arts Organization Incubator Program aims to help the Government of the Northwest Territories build relationships with arts organizations.

Action Item Status: 

On-track

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