ArtsVote 2025
The 45th federal general election will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025. This is an opportunity to educate candidates (one of which will be your MP) on issues relevant to visual artists and participate in the selection of… Read More
What Canadian artists need to know about US tariffs
The economic impact of a trade war with the United States is a concern for all Canadian residents. This is certainly true for artists who rely on sales in the US market, as well as those who import substantial… Read More
Canadian Visual Artists celebrate long-awaited support from Federal Government in 2024 Fall Economic Statement
For Immediate Release CARFAC, RAAV and COVA-DAAV are delighted to see the Artist’s Resale Right (ARR) in Canada’s 2024 Fall Economic Statement OTTAWA, December 17, 2024 – Visual artists from coast to coast to coast have waited a… Read More
Supporting Artists’ Rights to Advocate for Justice
Like the majority of Canadians, the Board of Directors of CARFAC National is devastated by the violence and destruction that continues in Gaza, and by the proliferation of that violence as it manifests in anti-Palestinian and antisemitic discrimination committed in… Read More
CARFAC National Annual Report 2024
CARFAC brings together diverse voices across our sector to fight for change that benefits the working lives of visual artists. Through research, advocacy, and education, we faced challenges, celebrated achievements, and helped artists navigate many complex issues over the last… Read More
CARFAC-RAAV’s submission for the 2025 Federal Budget Consultation
On August 2rd, CARFAC submitted a brief as part of the upcoming Federal Budget 2025 consultations. Our submission was a collaborative effort in partnership with Quebec artist association, RAAV. Our submission included the recommendation that the government amend the Copyright… Read More