Arts in a Digital World: 2020
January 29, 2021
The Canada Council for the Arts engaged Nordicity to provide an update to its Arts in a Digital World report from 2016.
Research goal
The objectives of the study were to:
- provide a review of current policies and initiatives related to the adoption of digital technologies by arts organizations,
- provide information on innovative uses of new technologies, and
- identify the challenges and gaps related to digital transformation within the arts sector in Canada.
Methods
Nordicity conducted an environmental scan and literature review.Outcomes
The study concluded that:
- New digital technologies are impacting the entire value chain within the arts sector, from artistic production and distribution to audience behaviour and organizational infrastructure.
- Many government departments within Canada and abroad are encouraging the adoption of digital technologies to expand access to arts and culture.
- Over the last five years, digital transformation has moved forward in many respects. Progress is uneven in Canada; however, many initiatives are underway to facilitate digital transformation.
Read the report
Questions?
Please contact the Research, Measurement and Data Analytics Section at research@canadacouncil.ca.