Network Projects & Activities

Network Projects & Activities are open to all Member Programs. Below is the list of current offerings, which is subject to additions and change based on member feedback and needs throughout the year. 

Member Check In Call - March 5, 2025

Our next Member Check In is on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 11:00am Eastern via Zoom.

Member Check-Ins are hosted regularly, enabling peer-to-peer support and learning for Sistema program staff and volunteers. SCN Members are invited to connect with one another, seek advice, exchange resources and remain up to date on Network news.

Are you a prospective member interested in sitting in on a call? Contact info@sistemacanada.ca for more information!

Network Project & Activities

  • Hosted via Zoom, enabling peer-to-peer support and learning for Sistema program staff and volunteers. This platform allows members to feel connected, seek advice, be connected to resources, and remain up to date on Network news.

  • Hosted via Zoom, these calls focus on specific topics requested by members and are hosted by a subject matter expert. Presentations are recorded in order to be available asynchronously via the Resource Library.

  • Project specific groups created to share expertise and ideas pertaining to a specific topic. These conversations may lead to recommendations for ways in which the Network can assist Member Programs and/or provide additional resources.

    The Reconciliation Working Group

    Dedicated to implementing the commitments outlined in the Network’s Commitment to Reconciliation.

    The Artistic Working Group

    Seeks to identify and respond to member program needs for repertoire, teaching materials, and teacher support to foster artistic excellence and creativity.

  • These informal spaces provide opportunities for peers from similar operational contexts to discuss relevant topics, including how the Network can support their work.

    Orchestra Embedded Peer Group

    Members with El Sistema inspired programs embedded with an orchestra connect.

  • An annual project designed to foster the creation of more repertoire written by upcoming underrepresented Canadian composers.

  • Created to collect, curate, and share resources and is protected by an Intellectual Property agreement.

  • Collaboration tools developed to support Network activities, projects, and operations. Platforms include; Google Workspace and Slack.

  • A platform where small groups of Sistema colleagues from across Canada can connect with, learn from, and support one another. This initiative is funded through the generous support of the National Arts Centre.

  • Jonathan Astley (Sistema New Brunswick)

    Natalie Boisvert (YONA-Sistema)

    Lucas Marchand (SONG)

    Tina Fedeski (OrKidstra)

  • Jeffrey Acosta (Sistema Winnipeg)

    Yessica Rivera Belsham (Sistema Kingston)

    Lauren Dykstra (YONA-Sistema)

    Swan Serna (Sistema New Brunswick)

    Kelsy Vivash (Sistema Toronto)

Calendar of Events