join us in shaping the future of Canada’s cultural sector.
By joining the Centre for Cultural Futures Canada, you become part of a national network of changemakers committed to shaping a stronger, more inclusive cultural future.
Together, we are rethinking how culture is led, experienced, and valued—especially in rural, remote, and equity-seeking communities—and creating new pathways for meaningful participation and lasting impact.
Have issues signing in? Contact membership@culturalfutures.ca for assistance.
Cultural Professional
Fee: $10
Are you working in the cultural sector or retired from it? This membership supports individuals across heritage, live performance, visual and applied arts, literature, new media, and sound recording, helping you connect, learn, and grow within Canada’s cultural community.
Individual member benefits include:
- Members-only access to a growing resource library with downloadable guides, case studies, funding templates, and cultural storytelling tools (Fall 2025)
- Early access to new sector research before it is released publicly.
- Priority registration for webinars, training opportunities, and the Fall Symposium
- a 15% discount in the bookshop (Fall 2025). All members also receive Aurora Borealis status in our Northern Lights Rewards program — top-tier discounts, points, early access, and exclusive cultural offers. Visit our Northern Lights Rewards Program page for details.
- member features in our newsletter and social media through our Member Spotlight program.
- invitations to exclusive online networking sessions and reduced rates on in-depth courses and special workshops.
- In addition, members may access special partner offers such as discounts on technology tools, event services, and cultural supplies.
As our organization and membership grows, we are anticipating that members will also benefit from a range of initiatives, including:
- a searchable member directory.
- mentorship opportunities connecting experienced cultural professionals with emerging practitioners.
- curated rural cultural experiences that showcase the work of member communities and organizations.
- opportunities for members to participate in and help shape national research projects.
- learning grants and bursaries, as well as support for research and publishing.
Cultural Organization
Fee: $50
Are you a local community cultural organization or community group supporting cultural activities such as events, programs or workshops? This membership supports organizations and groups making a difference in their local communities, helping you to connect, learn and grow within Canada's cultural sector.
Organizational members receive the following benefits:
- team registration as affiliate members (non-voting individual membership) for up to 10 team members.
- members-only access to a growing resource library with downloadable guides, case studies, funding templates, and cultural storytelling tools (Fall 2025).
- free postings on the Canadian Cultural Job Board.
- early access to new sector research before it is released publicly.
- priority registration for webinars, training opportunities, and the Fall Symposium.
- a 15% discount in the bookshop (Fall 2025). . All members also receive Aurora Borealis status in our Northern Lights Rewards program — top-tier discounts, points, early access, and exclusive cultural offers. Visit our Northern Lights Rewards Program page for details.
- member features in our newsletter and social media through our Member Spotlight program.
- invitations to exclusive online networking sessions and reduced rates on in-depth courses and special workshops.
- in addition, members may access special partner offers such as discounts on technology tools, event services, and cultural supplies.
As our organization and membership grows, we are anticipating that members will also benefit from a range of initiatives, including:
- a searchable member directory.
- mentorship opportunities connecting experienced cultural professionals with emerging practitioners.
- curated rural cultural experiences that showcase the work of member communities and organizations.
- opportunities for members to participate in and help shape national research projects.
- learning grants and bursaries for team members, as well as support for research and publishing.
- project grants.
Emerging Practitioner
Fee: Free
Currently studying in a cultural field and aiming for a career in heritage, performance, visual art, literature, or media? Student Membership offers a cost-effective way to connect with professionals and explore opportunities in Canada’s diverse cultural sector.
Emerging practitioner member benefits include:
- Members-only access to a growing resource library with downloadable guides, case studies, funding templates, and cultural storytelling tools (Fall 2025)
- Early access to new sector research before it is released publicly.
- Priority registration for webinars, training opportunities, and the Fall Symposium
- a 15% discount in the bookshop (Fall 2025). . All members also receive Aurora Borealis status in our Northern Lights Rewards program — top-tier discounts, points, early access, and exclusive cultural offers. Visit our Northern Lights Rewards Program page for details.
- member features in our newsletter and social media through our Member Spotlight program.
- invitations to exclusive online networking sessions and reduced rates on in-depth courses and special workshops.
- In addition, members may access special partner offers such as discounts on technology tools, event services, and cultural supplies.
As our organization and membership grows, we are anticipating that members will also benefit from a range of initiatives, including:
- a searchable member directory.
- mentorship opportunities connecting experienced cultural professionals with emerging practitioners.
- curated rural cultural experiences that showcase the work of member communities and organizations.
- opportunities for members to participate in and help shape national research projects.
- learning scholarships, grants and bursaries.
Institutional Affiliate
Fee: $50
Are you a municipal, provincial or federal government, a non-profit organization or an Indigenous band that supports or engage with any area of Canada’s culture? Our Affiliate Membership supports cross-sector collaboration and knowledge sharing at a local and national level.
Institutional members receive the following benefits:
- team registration as affiliate members (non-voting individual membership) for up to 10 team members.
- members-only access to a growing resource library with downloadable guides, case studies, funding templates, and cultural storytelling tools (Fall 2025).
- Free postings on the Canadian Cultural Job Board.
- early access to new sector research before it is released publicly.
- priority registration for webinars, training opportunities, and the Fall Symposium.
- a 15% discount in the bookshop (Fall 2025). . All members also receive Aurora Borealis status in our Northern Lights Rewards program — top-tier discounts, points, early access, and exclusive cultural offers. Visit our Northern Lights Rewards Program page for details.
- member features in our newsletter and social media through our Member Spotlight program.
- invitations to exclusive online networking sessions and reduced rates on in-depth courses and special workshops.
- In addition, members may access special partner offers such as discounts on technology tools, event services, and cultural supplies.
As our organization and membership grows, we are anticipating that members will also benefit from a range of initiatives, including:
- a searchable member directory.
- mentorship opportunities connecting experienced cultural professionals with emerging practitioners.
- curated rural cultural experiences that showcase the work of member communities and organizations.
- opportunities for members to participate in and help shape national research projects.
Industry Affiliate
Fee: $50
Does your business serve Canada’s cultural organizations? Our Business Membership enables you to connect with professionals and showcase your services across sectors, including institutions, performance venues, galleries, publishing, film/media studios, and music production.
Industry Members enjoy discounts, access, and field-wide updates. Industry Membership is a year-round partnership that acknowledges of your company’s commitment to the cultural sector.
Business benefits include:
- a basic listing in our Cultural and Creative Industry Marketplace online directory that includes:
- a summary description of your business with three slider images and a listing of your service and product category offerings.
- links to your company contact page, website, blog and social media profiles.
- a minimum of one discount or sales promotion for Cultural Futures members.
- 50% discounted ads in our newsletter
- 50% off promotional opportunities at our Fall Summit, including:
- virtual tradeshow booth fees
- advertising in our program guide.
- session sponsorships that include a 3 minute video played at the beginning of the se
- free postings on the Canadian Cultural Job Board.
Workplace benefits include:
- team registration as affiliate members (non-voting individual membership) for up to 10 team members.
- members-only access to a growing resource library with downloadable guides, case studies, funding templates, and cultural storytelling tools (Fall 2025).
- Early access to new sector research before it is released publicly.
- Priority registration for webinars, training opportunities, and the Fall Symposium.
- a 15% discount in the bookshop (Fall 2025). . All members also receive Aurora Borealis status in our Northern Lights Rewards program — top-tier discounts, points, early access, and exclusive cultural offers. Visit our Northern Lights Rewards Program page for details.
- member features in our newsletter and social media through our Member Spotlight program.
- invitations to exclusive online networking sessions and reduced rates on in-depth courses and special workshops.
- In addition, members may access special partner offers such as discounts on technology tools, event services, and cultural supplies.
Project / Partner Affiliate
Fee: Free
Are you part of a community project team or serve as a working partner with The Centre for Cultural Futures Canada? Our Partner Affiliate Membership provides you with the same member benefits for free for the duration of the project or partnership to thank you for collaborating with us.
Project / Partner Affiliate members receive following benefits:
- organizational registration as an affiliate member (non-voting membership) with registration up to 10 team members as individual affiliate members.
- members-only access to a growing resource library with downloadable guides, case studies, funding templates, and cultural storytelling tools (Fall 2025).
- Free postings on the Canadian Cultural Job Board.
- early access to new sector research before it is released publicly.
- priority registration for webinars, training opportunities, and the Fall Symposium.
- a 15% discount in the bookshop (Fall 2025). . All members also receive Aurora Borealis status in our Northern Lights Rewards program — top-tier discounts, points, early access, and exclusive cultural offers. Visit our Northern Lights Rewards Program page for details.
- member features in our newsletter and social media through our Member Spotlight program.
- invitations to exclusive online networking sessions and reduced rates on in-depth courses and special workshops.
- In addition, members may access special partner offers such as discounts on technology tools, event services, and cultural supplies.
As our organization and membership grows, we are anticipating that members will also benefit from a range of initiatives, including:
- a searchable member directory.
- mentorship opportunities connecting experienced cultural professionals with emerging practitioners.
- curated rural cultural experiences that showcase the work of member communities and organizations.
- opportunities for members to participate in and help shape national research projects.
