Kelowna Creative Sector Study Highlights Significant Growth
/A new assessment of Kelowna’s creative sector demonstrates major growth since it was last studied in 2010 and an economic impact of approximately $339 million dollars annually.
Read MoreThe latest news on BC's arts, culture and heritage sector.
City of Kelowna Draft Cultural Plan Update Ready for Community Feedback
/The community is invited to weigh in on the first draft of Kelowna’s Cultural Plan update, either online or one of a series of in-person consultations.
Read MoreBC Alliance Asks Standing Committee on Finance for Gaming Grant Clarity
/In a presentation to the Standing Committee on Finance on June 14, BC Alliance executive director Brenda Leadlay asked for clearer, more purposeful adjudication of Community Gaming Grant funding.
Read MoreCanadian Arts Coalition Releases 2019 Federal Election Platform
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Among other positions, the platform advocates for bolstering equitable arts funding, supports the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage’s copyright recommendations for literary and visual artists, and stresses the need for artistic and workplace training.
Read MoreShare Your Thoughts on the City of Vancouver's Draft Creative City Strategy with This Online Survey
/The City of Vancouver has developed the draft version of its Creative City Strategy, and is looking for your feedback. The deadline is June 24.
Read MoreFAME Seeks Festivals and Events for Economic Impact Study
/Festivals and Major Events Canada is conducting a new economic impact study, and is seeking festivals and events in British Columbia to participate.
Read MoreTake Part in the Vancouver Music Strategy Conversation Series
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Share your opinion to help shape the future of music in Vancouver at community feedback sessions on May 29 and June 26.
Read MoreJoin the Canada Council for a Town Hall Meeting in Vancouver
/At 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 3, the Canada Council for the Arts is hosting a town hall meeting at the York Theatre in Vancouver. RSVP before May 28 to make your voice heard.
Read MoreArts Council of Surrey to Host Roundtable Meeting for Local Arts Organizations
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On June 1, members of Surrey arts organizations are invited to attend an event hosted by the Arts Council of Surrey designed as “a unique opportunity to meet and converse with the City of Surrey’s arts and cultural leaders.”
Read MoreMake Your Voice Heard on the City of Vancouver Creative City Strategy
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On May 16, attend one of three scheduled 30 minute presentations on the Creative City Strategy’s Action Plan, or drop in to give your feedback one-on-one to a member of the Cultural Services staff.
Read MoreSign This Petition to Support the Indigenous Theatre Program at the National Arts Centre
/As the NAC indigenous Theatre announces its inaugural season, take the time to sign a petition circulated by the Indigenous Performing Arts Alliance emphasizing the importance of Indigenous voices and stories.
Read MoreAdvocacy Update from Nelson: Civic Theatre ED Stresses the Need for Equitable Communities
/Eleanor Stacey of The Civic Theatre recently penned a letter to the BC Arts Council expressing support for a robust approach to equity, diversity and inclusion. Click through to see what our colleagues around the province are doing to advocate for equity in the arts.
Read MoreArts Abroad: A Round-Up of Recent International Arts News
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A global conference looks toward questions of inclusivity, a New Zealand initiative examines the connection between creativity and well-being, and Ireland’s Arts Council debuts a new equality, human rights and diversity plan.
Read MoreStatistics Canada Releases New Provincial and Territorial Culture Indicators (2010-2017)
/Statistics Canada has released an updated edition of the Provincial and Territorial Culture Indicators, which provide timely economic estimates of culture and sport in Canada. Among the highlights: in BC, the culture GDP constituted roughly $7.1 billion, or 2.7 percent, of the total economy, including 98,050 jobs.
Read MoreCanada Council Issues Response to TAPA Letter
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The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts recently issued an open letter to the Canada Council for the Arts, with recommendations for greater equity of access and funding outcomes. On April 3, the Canada Council issued a response.
Read MoreApply for the City of Vancouver's Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
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The City of Vancouver is seeking volunteers from the general public for positions on the City's Council advisory bodies, including the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee. Apply by April 12.
Read MoreFederal Government Releases 2019 Budget
/The Canadian Arts Coalition has issued its statement on the 2019 Budget, which includes funding boosts for the Canadian Arts Presentation Fund, the Canada Music Fund and more.
Read MoreSo What Exactly is Cultural Democracy?
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BC Alliance executive director Brenda Leadlay recently guest-authored a blog post for the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres on how emphasizing inclusivity and accessibility can lead to a more democratic, culturally enriched society.
Read MoreCity of Vancouver to Host Broadway Plan Open Houses
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The City of Vancouver is hosting a series of open houses for you to make your thoughts known on arts and culture in the area around the new Broadway Subway. Sessions take place from March 7-14.
Read MoreCity of Kelowna Seeks Input On Cultural Plan
/The City of Kelowna continues to seek input on its Cultural Plan via discussions and an online survey, which closes at the end of March.
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