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Stay up to date with the latest news and events from CASC.
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CASC COVID-19 Update: Recovery and Reopening Plans
CASC continues to advocate for the science centre and science museum sector. We are committed to providing our members with the most up-to-date information to help organizations navigate this difficult time. CANADIAN COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS > Emergency Support Fund for Cultural, Heritage and Sport Organizations. Learn more > Government extends the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Business…
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CASC COVID-19 Update: Looking Ahead – COVID-19 Recovery
May 7, 2020 CASC continues to advocate for the science centre and science museum sector. We are committed to providing our members with the most up-to-date information to help organizations navigate this difficult time. Next Tuesday there will be an opportunity for Senior Leaders and Executive Team Members of CASC Full Members to share their…
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CASC COVID-19 Update: A thriving science culture in Canada
April 30, 2020 The CASC network supports a thriving science culture in Canada that values evidence-based decision making. We commend the recent First Ministers’ statement on shared public health approach to support restarting the economy that will be guided by science, as advised by public health officials. CASC ADVOCACY EFFORTS > Call with the Minister of Candian Heritage: This week, CASC…
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CASC COVID-19 Update: Redoubling our Efforts to serve our Communities
April 23, 2020 In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in the Canadian Science Centre sector we are redoubling our efforts to serve our communities even while our facilities are closed. You are the science champions reaching Canadians in their homes each day during this crisis. CASC ADVOCACY EFFORTS > Culture and heritage groups seek targeted COVID-19…
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Culture and heritage groups seek targeted COVID-19 support
OTTAWA, April 22, 2020 —Associations representing Canada’s museums, science centres, zoos, aquaria, public and botanical gardens and historic places have all joined forces and today issued the following open letter to the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage. The open letter highlighted the critical risk to the safety and security of collections across the country and asked…
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CASC COVID-19 Update: Helping Canadians during COVID-19
April 16, 2020 In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in the Canadian Science Centre sector we are redoubling our efforts to serve our communities even while our facilities are closed. You are the science champions reaching Canadians in their homes each day during this crisis. Here at CASC we are thankful for the tremendous work of our…
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CASC COVID-19 Update: Your continued commitment to Planking the Curve.
April 9, 2020 As many of us move into a long weekend, we hope you are able to spend time with family and loved ones (at home or while practicing social distancing!). It’s an opportunity for reflection and gratitude. Here at CASC we are thankful for the tremendous work of our members and your continued…
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CASC COVID-19 Update: We are here to support you.
April 2, 2020 As we all continue to navigate this rapidly-evolving global situation, CASC is here to support you in advocacy efforts to the Government of Canada, sharing helpful resources, amplifying science communication offerings of our members, and connecting our community. CANADIAN COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS > The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy On April 1, 2020, Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, proposed the new Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy. This…
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CASC COVID-19 Update: We will get through this together.
We know these are difficult times and there is no doubt that the next while will be challenging for all. As we continue to navigate this rapidly-evolving global situation, CASC is here to support you in advocacy efforts to the Government of Canada, sharing helpful resources, amplifying science communication offerings of our members, and connecting…