The TAPA Trade Series is a professional development program for TAPA members. The sessions are programmed to be proactive and feature ongoing, affordable sessions and networking opportunities encompassing a broad range of topics that have been curated specifically to respond to the needs of TAPA members. The TAPA Trade Series provides members with access to the brain trust of industry specialists, including our Community Partners.
Be sure to check this page regularly for updates to our 2025-2026 TAPA Trade Series programming.
Artistic
Includes in-practice workshop sessions over a range of disciplines for advancing artistic work.
Business
Includes professional development in a wide range of topics for artsworkers and administrators, including those in positions of leadership.
Facilitator: St. John Ambulance
Dates & Times: Monday September 8 & Tuesday September 9, 2025
- Monday, September 8: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET
- Tuesday, September 9: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET
Fee: $215 (tax exempt) per person, payment via invoice following registration
Location:
St. John Ambulance Toronto Admin Centre
365 Bloor Street East, Suite 900
2 mins walk from Sherbourne Station Bloor/Sherbourne
Course details:
Designed to comply with the CSA Z1210-17 Standard. This course meets Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and Workplace First Aid (WFA) standards, but is not recognized by CNESST in the province of Québec.
Standard First Aid Level C is for individuals requiring comprehensive information on First Aid and CPR for their workplace, school, or personal interest.
Upon completion, participants receive a certificate valid for 3 years.
- CPR for adults, children, and infants
- Using AEDs
- Choking and breathing emergencies
- Mental health first aid
- Opioid overdose awareness
- Bleeding and burn management
- Bone and joint injuries
- Environmental emergencies
Required: comfortable clothing, pen or pencil, blanket/kneepad, must participate in the hands-on CPR activities/scenarios on the floor
Limited capacity – please register by Thursday, September 4, 12 noon
Community
Includes classes for members of the community to explore new interests and community sharing sessions.