External Resources Catalogue
These resources are pathways for support for individual artists and arts workers.
The Balancing Act team is also available for consultation if you have questions about a working experience or need some help.
If you have questions, or would like to suggest any additions to these resources, please reach out to us here.
Opportunities
Aritst Residencies and Calls to Artists.
Global Initiatives
Check out other initiatives from across the globe who are advocating for artist-caregivers.
External Support
Links to financial aid, wellness as well as other types of support.
Toolkits for Artist-Caregivers
RE-EMERGING Resource Kit: Dance and Parenting
The RE-EMERGING project has brought together a peer-group of independent dance artists to consider approaches to creative practice alongside caring responsibilities & to explore strategies for working in dance while also improvising the everyday choreography of parenting.
I am a Caregiver
By The Ontario Caregiver Organization
The I am a Caregiver Toolkit includes information to support new or long-term caregivers. This information was created by caregivers, for caregivers with input from mental health care professionals and resources.
Caregiver Toolkit
Caregivers Alberta, and its Caregiver Toolkit, are here to arm you with the skills and knowledge you need for a sustainable caregiving journey. We know it will get tough and that caregiver burnout is at an all-time high. With resources, information and programs, though, we know it’s a better journey with someone to care for you, too.
Kids and Caregivers Rider
Broken down into individual categories, the Caregiver Rider is a practical guide to action for the dance and the performing arts fields to engage parents, caregivers and families as audiences.
Returning to Work from Maternity Leave handbook
By Moms at Work
Learn your rights AND get a bonus graduated return to work schedule, all for FREE in our Return to Work after Mat Leave Handbook.
WITH CARE Toolkit
By Mothering in the Performing Arts and Bühnenmütter
Das Artist Lab WITH CARE. Action Lab zwischen Theater, Publika und Sorgearbeit hat ein Heft mit Anleitungen und Vorschlägen für eine entsprechende Transformation der Produktionsweisen, Förderstrukturen und Aufführungsorte erarbeitet.
More Toolkit Resources
Resource Hub
Black Remote She is a community-driven platform for Black queer, trans, non-binary people, and allies interested in working and networking remotely. Their resource hub shares gender affirming support groups, resource guides, and resource roundups with fellowships, residencies, grants, emergency funds, and other funding opportunities.
Free Resources
By Moms at Work
We have a long list of free resources including downloads, blog posts, and courses that can get you started on your journey to building your career today!
Employee Tools & Resources
By McMaster University, Gender Health & Caregiver Friendly Workplaces
Access different toolkits and resources for employees