This project supported relationship development, consultation, and engagement actions to explore participatory food security research and food sector training opportunities with the Minneapolis College of Art and Design Creative Entrepreneurship program. It supported research design to attract research investment to Manitoba and was led by youth from the Winnipeg-based Art Borups Corners project.
This project supported relationship development, consultation, and engagement actions to explore participatory food security research and food sector training opportunities with the Minneapolis College of Art and Design Creative Entrepreneurship program. It supported research design to attract research investment to Manitoba and was led by youth from the Winnipeg-based Art Borups Corners project.

Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR)

Digital Salvage is structured intentionally as an inclusive and interdisciplinary Arts-based Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) initiative, bringing together youth from northern regions and diverse creative communities in active co-creation of a powerful new technological resource.

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Beyond ChatGPT—Integrating AI into Organizational Workflow and Policy

At its surface, Digital Salvage might seem to present merely a "custom GPT experience"—a tailored implementation of OpenAI's conversational technology embedded into a WordPress platform. However, it is vital to…

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The DIY ethos of the '80s and '90s finds fresh life as a new generation discovers the joy of zine-making. These personal and poignant publications are transforming cultural narratives, reaching audiences craving authenticity in their storytelling.
The DIY ethos of the '80s and '90s finds fresh life as a new generation discovers the joy of zine-making. These personal and poignant publications are transforming cultural narratives, reaching audiences craving authenticity in their storytelling.

Discovering Zine Culture: A Youthful Expression Avenue

Zine culture is booming among young creatives looking for ways to express themselves and share ideas without the gatekeeping typical of more traditional publishing.

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This week, we explore how alternative funding models like community-supported art and mutual aid are empowering independent artists. Moving beyond traditional grants, artists are finding new ways to sustain their work. Discover how decentralized financial support is changing the landscape of the Canadian arts scene.
This week, we explore how alternative funding models like community-supported art and mutual aid are empowering independent artists. Moving beyond traditional grants, artists are finding new ways to sustain their work. Discover how decentralized financial support is changing the landscape of the Canadian arts scene.

Funding Without Hierarchy: Alternative Economic Models

Explore community-supported arts, mutual aid funding, and alternative economies reshaping decentralized funding models for independence.

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Crystal-clear pine resin drips from the tree, rich with scent and history. A fleeting moment of nature’s alchemy, destined to solidify over time.
Crystal-clear pine resin drips from the tree, rich with scent and history. A fleeting moment of nature’s alchemy, destined to solidify over time.

Pine Resin: Nature’s Timeless Gift for Art, Craft, and Healing

Pine resin has been used for centuries, from ancient art techniques to traditional medicine. For those looking to harvest it, late winter and early spring are ideal—the changing temperatures help the sap flow more freely.

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Culture as Curriculum: Empowering Indigenous Youth: Understand the critical importance of culturally relevant learning for Indigenous youth in northern communities. Tradition and heritage are key to leadership.
Culture as Curriculum: Empowering Indigenous Youth: Understand the critical importance of culturally relevant learning for Indigenous youth in northern communities. Tradition and heritage are key to leadership.

Culturally Relevant Learning for Northern & Remote Communities

Culture as Curriculum: Empowering Indigenous Youth: Understand the critical importance of culturally relevant learning for Indigenous youth in northern communities. Tradition and heritage are key to leadership.

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