Vancouver Granville Liberal MP Taleeb Noormohamed was named parliamentary secretary to Canadian Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge on Friday, September 23rd, 2023.
Read MoreThe latest news on BC's arts, culture and heritage sector.
B.C. announces new cabinet and new Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport
/Former Minister of Agriculture, Lana Popham is taking over the portfolio of tourism, arts, culture and sport from her predecessor, Melanie Mark, who resigned from cabinet in September.
Read MoreApplications Open for ArtStarts Creative Spark Grant
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In partnership with the City of Vancouver, ArtStarts’ Creative Spark Grant provides emerging artists with financial resources ($3000 for individuals and $5000 for groups) towards small projects in schools.
Read MoreIt's Time to Vote with ArtsVote BC!
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Visit artsvotebc.ca to learn about the major parties' platform positions on arts and culture issues, check out a map of all-candidates meetings in your area, find out how to vote safely, and browse resources to help you make the case for the arts.
Read MoreWolfBrown Issues New Report on Music, Child Development and Well-Being
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WolfBrown and the Bernard van Leer Foundation have released a new report entitled Making a Joyful Noise: The Potential Role of Music Making in the Well-Being of Young Families.
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 MoreA Message from Our Executive Director
/Last week, NDP MLA Spencer Chandra Herbert told Brenda Leadlay that the NDP plans to keep its election platform promises, including doubling the budget for BC Arts Council.
Read MoreShare Your Thoughts for the #ArtsVoteBC Campaign
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As part of the resources provided at ArtsVote BC, we've made the case for the importance of arts and culture, and the need for public and private investment in the cultural sector. Now we want to hear why arts and culture are important to you.
Read MoreAlliance Launches ArtsVoteBC Campaign For 2017 Provincial Election
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In preparation for the provincial election on May 9, we've re-launched our ArtsVoteBC website to provide a range of resources for voters and candidates. The updated site will keep you informed, help keep arts and culture on the election agenda, and enable you to advocate for increased investment in our sector.
Read MoreCall to Action for the 2017 Provincial Election
/We need your input! The Alliance is taking a leadership role to develop and organize an inclusive and equitable Arts Advocacy Strategy for the upcoming election. Please RSVP to join us at a meeting to discuss a strategy on December 6 at The Scotiabank Dance Centre in Vancouver. The session will be webcast for those unable to attend in person.
Read MoreElection 2015: Where We Stand With a Liberal Majority
/Now that we know which party will be forming our next federal government, here’s a reminder of the Liberal Party's platform promises in relation to arts, culture, and heritage.
Read MoreAre You Ready to Vote on October 19?
/The federal election is just around the corner, and the Alliance urges you to be prepared to go to the polls! We've compiled a range of resources to help you to make an informed decision and get out the vote.
Read More2015 Election Update: Party Positions on Arts & Culture
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With the federal election less than a month away, members of the arts and culture community are keenly listening for mention of our sector in party platforms. We've provided a summary to help you make an informed decision when you go to the polls.
Read MoreArtist's Open Letter to Party Leaders Calls for National Vision for the Arts
/Fannina Waubert de Puiseau, a dramaturg, director, and performance creator, has recently penned an open letter to federal party leaders on the state of arts policy in Canada.
Read MoreAlliance's Federal Election Toolkit Available Now
/The Alliance’s Federal Election Toolkit is a free, non-partisan resource for getting the vote out, engaging your candidates, and being informed about the arts and culture in Canada in preparation for October 19.
Read MoreYour Role in 2014 Civic Elections
/In advance of the November 15 civic elections, the Alliance is inviting mayoral and city council candidates across the province to share their views on arts, culture, and heritage issues in their respective communities - and we need your help!
Read MoreArts and Culture “Reverse Debate” Participants Announced
/On September 26, the Alliance for Arts and Culture and SFU Woodward’s Cultural Unit present Vancouver’s first Reverse Debate on arts and culture, a twist on the typical debate format, for the upcoming civic election. Modelled on a similar event held recently in Toronto, this event will focus on the race for Vancouver City Council. It takes place as Culture Days celebrations kick off across Canada.
Read MoreAlliance to Host "Reverse Debate" for Civic Election
/On Friday morning, September 26, the Alliance for Arts and Culture will present Vancouver's first "reverse debate" on arts and culture, a twist on the typical debate format, for the upcoming civic election. Co-hosted by SFU Woodward's Cultural Unit, the event will be held as part of Read More
