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EQ - Equity Quarterly - 2008
Fall 2008
The Fall issue of EQ examines the challenge of "being green" in the world of live performance. We speak to theatre companies across Canada at work to make theatre more environmentally friendly. This edition also introduces Barb Farwell as Equity Quarterly's new editor, and marks the debut of four additional pages of editorial content providing an enhanced idea forum.

Summer 2008
The latest issue of EQ examines the challenge and satisfaction of producing theatre for young audiences. Artistic Directors and members from across Canada discuss issues relating to funding, artistic creativity and meaningful content. The issue also focuses a spotlight on outdoor Shakespeare productions in the summer, and we fondly remember former Equity Chair Vernon Chapman and George Brown Theatre School founder Timon Shaw.
Spring 2008
The Spring issue examines issues relating to Aboriginal theatre in Canada. Guest Editor Yvette Nolan, Artistic Director of Native Earth Performing Arts, and Michelle St. John co-founder of Turtle Gals Performance Ensemble, share the challenges and realities of producing and performing in Native theatre. The issue also show-
cases Native performing arts organizations across the country reaching out to Aboriginal youth. The health and wellness column profiles Vancouver's Performing Arts Lodge, and Equity remembers members who passed in 2007.

Winter 2008
The Winter EQ issue focuses on issues relating to financial health including building a solid economic plan, retirement strategies and RRSP management. The Voices column features excerpts from Kerry Davidson's speech honouring Equity Life Member Gordon Tootoosis. Allan Teichman fills the membership in on the job of Equity's President and Cheryl Jack fondly remembers Life Member Tibor Feheregyhazi.
 
EQ - Equity Quarterly - 2007
Fall 2007
The Fall EQ issue focuses on the exquisitely beautiful and physically brutal world of dance. The feature article follows the career paths of four dancers, from training, auditioning, touring and performing; through the inevitable transition from professional dance. The Spotlight feature celebrates the one year anniversary of the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, and William Hutt and Ed Mirvish are fondly remembered for their contributions to arts and culture in Canada.
 
Summer 2007
The Summer issue of EQ focuses on the crowding out of performing arts spaces by increasing urban density in Canadas major cities. EQ Voices say goodbye and thank you to departing Executive Director Susan Wallace, and Karen Kain remembers Celia Franca for her contribution to dance in Canada.

 
Spring 2007
The inaugural issue of EQ focuses on Senior Business Representative Ken Burns' twinning exchange with Oruuano of Namibian Artists' Union. A new Spotlight feature celebrates the 'The Palace on the Prairies' - the Burton Cummings Theatre for the Performing Arts. Charmion King and Mavor Moore are fondly remembered for their contributions to arts and culture in Canada.

2006
Winter 2006
The winter issue of the Equity News advises readers of the newsletter that this issue will be the last newsletter edition in the current black and white format. Newly elected President Allan Teichman introduces himself to the Equity membership and informs readers of Council's plans for the coming year.

November 2006
The November issue of the Equity News highlights the Honours Awards ceremony in Winnipeg and the impact of Employment Standards legislation on stage managers working under the new CTA. Henry Gauthier looks back at the past three years of Council and RRSP Corner identifies the potential financial losses resulting from early RRSP withdrawals.
October 2006
The October issue of the Equity News highlights recent upgrades to Equity's insurance plan including the introduction of the "Miscellaneous Health and Wellness Expense benefit". The Betty Mitchell Award winners are announced, and this issue of The News includes an article on the 2007 International Directors' Masterclass.
September 2006
The September newsletter issue features election statements and photos from Councillor and Councillor(s) Policy Advisory Group candidates from the 13 regions of Equity. This all-election edition is fascinating reading for every Equity member.
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