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Against a dark blue background the workshop title reads, "The Playbook: A Creative's Guide to Enterpreneurship" Above the title are the logos of DARC and BITS. Below the title are the logos of DARC funders. The top right corner reads, "Online Workshop, Zoom, December 10, 6pm - 8pm EST

The Playbook: A Creative’s Guide to Entrepreneurship

December 10, 2025

6PM - 8PM

Register

Learn the fundamentals of entrepreneurship in this online workshop.

Overview

The Playbook is an engaging, hands-on online workshop designed to help creative individuals understand how to turn their ideas into sustainable businesses. Created by Business in the Streets (BITS), this session breaks down the fundamentals of entrepreneurship in a relatable and accessible way, helping participants see business as an extension of their creativity, not the opposite of it. Through guided discussion, storytelling, and practical exercises, participants explore what makes a business idea strong, how to start with limited resources, and how to find the right audience for their work. 

By the end of The Playbook, participants will:

  • Understand the key differences between being creative and being entrepreneurial (and how the two complement each other).
  • Learn how to identify and evaluate a business idea with real potential.
  • Gain practical tools to build a business using limited resources.
  • Define their ideal customer and articulate the unique value they offer.
  • Develop an actionable next step toward launching or growing their venture.
  • Leave with renewed confidence, clarity, and a mindset grounded in experimentation and action.

Presented by DARC & Business In the Streets (BITS)

Date

December 10, 6pm – 8pm

Accessibility 

All doors at DARC have accessibility buttons to press for automatic entry. DARC is located on the main floor (one story above ground) of the Arts Court building. DARC’s main entrance is located at 67 Nicholas Street which is fully wheelchair accessible. Alternate wheelchair-accessible entry is available through 2 Daly Ave at the Arts Court main entrance or the Ottawa Art Gallery. Elevator access is available from 9AM – 11PM.

DARC staff are available and happy to assist with all inquiries and requests regarding physical access.

We also welcome inquiries, feedback, and resources regarding accessibility and accessibility improvement by phone (613.238.7648 x. 6) or by email at access@digitalartsresourcecentre.ca.

Visit https://digitalartsresourcecentre.ca/access/ for information on how to get to DARC, language barriers, fragrance policy, and access to programming.

Cancellation Policy 

DARC is unable to provide course attendee refunds for cancellations. DARC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses if necessary.

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About DARC's Workshops

Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) provides training in a varied range of disciplines related to filmmaking and media art while making a dedicated effort to create a pathway to an intersectional education. We aspire to be a platform for creative support and community building through active participation and exchange of knowledge. Our workshops and courses explore the ways in which technical and conceptual frameworks can be used as tools to improve your creative practice. DARC’s educational offerings are open to members and the general public engaged in the creation of non-commercial, independent productions and work.

Who Is Eligible to Register for Workshops?

Workshops are open to Digital Arts Resource Centre members and the general public engaged in the creation of non-commercial, independent productions and work (Non-commercial, independent productions are productions for which the director retains copyright and artistic control, and for which the production is neither being produced for a client nor for the purpose of advertising or promotion).

Who Is Ineligible to Register for Workshops?

Digital Arts Resource Centre does not offer our workshops to persons employed by any government body or any major corporation if the resources are being used to facilitate benefit for one’s employer or for corporate professional development within one of these kinds of organizations. Our workshops are heavily subsidized as they are available only for independent artists/learners who cannot typically afford to take corporate rate workshops. You can find non-subsidized workshops from our friends at SPAO or Henry’s.

Workshop Pricing

A reduced or waived fee is available if workshop fees present a financial barrier. We understand that everyone’s situation is different. When registering for workshops, we ask that you honestly examine your privilege (i.e. education, generational wealth, parental or community support, partnership status, and other circumstances that may provide a safety net when financial setbacks occur). For more information please email us.

Accessibility

All doors at DARC have accessibility buttons to press for automatic entry. DARC is located on the main floor (one story above ground) of the Arts Court building. DARC’s main entrance is located at 67 Nicholas Street which is fully wheelchair accessible. Alternate wheelchair-accessible entry is available through 2 Daly Ave at the Arts Court main entrance or the Ottawa Art Gallery. Elevator access is available from 9AM – 11PM.

DARC staff are available and happy to assist with all inquiries and requests regarding physical access. We also welcome inquiry, feedback, and resources regarding accessibility and accessibility improvement by phone (613.238.7648 x. 6) or by email at access@digitalartsresourcecentre.ca.

Cancellation

DARC is unable to provide course attendee refunds for cancellations. DARC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses if necessary.