The latest news on BC's arts, culture and heritage sector.

re:generation / BC Cultural Roundtable 2016: Facing The Future of Arts & Culture Leadership

More than 150 BC arts, culture, and heritage community workers gathered last Thursday, June 9, at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster to consider the changing landscape of leadership in our sector, exploring issues of engagement, transition, and legacy.

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Courtenay, Nanaimo, and Port Alberni Cultural Mapping Project + Symposium

Phase 1 of a cultural/video mapping project conducted on Vancouver Island earlier this year has been completed, preliminary results have been shared, and a symposium on the subject of cultural mapping is being held in July in Courtenay. 

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Creative BC Announces Manager of BC Music Fund

CiTR 101.9 FM station manager Brenda Grunau has been named manager of the BC Music Fund.

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Last Call for Registration for the Alliance Conference, BC Cultural Roundtable 2016!

This Thursday, June 9, your arts, culture and heritage colleagues from across Metro Vancouver and around British Columbia will gather at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster for the Alliance's conference, re:generation / BC Cultural Roundtable 2016. This is your last call to register to take part in this important conversation about emerging leadership in all cultural disciplines and sectors. 

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Canada Council Shares CADAC Reports on Media Arts Organizations

The Canada Council for the Arts has shared the findings from two recent sector reports from their series called Understanding Canadian Arts Through CADAC Data.

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Last Week to Register for re:generation / BC Cultural Roundtable 2016!

You don't want to miss the presentations and discussions at the Alliance's conference, so register now to join us in person in New Westminster on Friday, June 9 or to watch the livestream of the morning session. 

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Webcast + Final Weeks to Register for re:generation!

If you haven't yet registered to attend the Alliance's June 9 conference, re:generation / BC Cultural Roundtable 2016, now's the time! We're also pleased to offer a webcast of the morning's programming to those unable to attend in person. Register now!

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Hill Strategies Research on Music

The latest issue of Hill Strategies' Arts Research Monitor includes a focus on recent music research, including the impacts of live music in Ontario, international music development strategies, an Australian report on the economic impact of live music, and an analysis of orchestra subscription strategies in the U.S.

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CHRC's "Preparing for Succession" Project

The Cultural Human Resources Council has received approval from Canadian Heritage for its long-awaited "Preparing for Succession" project, which takes on important HR issues concerning leadership in the cultural sector. 

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Register For re:generation By May 15 Early Bird Deadline!

It's the final week to register for our June 9 conference, re:generation / BC Cultural Roundtable 2016, at early bird registration rates! Purchase your ticket by Sunday, May 15 to save. 

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New Report Details Latest Provincial Stats On Culture

New data, collected through the Culture Satellite Account, gauges the current economic state of arts, culture, heritage, and sport in Canada.

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Canada Council for the Arts Announces "New Chapter" Creation Fund

The Canada Council for the Arts is marking the 150th Anniversary of Confederation by creating a special program to support the creation and sharing of exceptional artistic and literary works.

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Proposals Accepted for Vancouver Fieldhouse Activation Program

The Vancouver Park Board is accepting proposals for fieldhouse residencies from individuals and organizations throughout the city who are involved in arts, culture, sport, environment, and local food. 

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Early Bird Registration for re:generation Extended!

Full conference details are now available on the Alliance's upcoming conference and the Early Bird Registration deadline has been extended. Register today!

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Hill Strategies Research on Diversity and Equity

The latest issue of Arts Research Monitor includes an in-depth study of the situation of diverse arts organizations in Canada and the United States, two Canadian guides for developing accessible and inclusive programming, and an American literature review related to cultural equity and inclusion. 

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Announcing the Presenters + Panelists for re:generation / BC Cultural Roundtable 2016

The Alliance is pleased to announce the lineup of presenters and panelists for its upcoming conference, re:generation / BC Cultural Roundtable 2016, taking place June 9 at Anvil Centre in New Westminster.

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Federal Consultations on Canada’s Place in a Digital World

Minister of Canadian Heritage Mélanie Joly announced on April 23 the launch of public consultations with consumers and content creators with an aim to bring Canada’s cultural properties into the digital age. 

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Registration Open for GVPTA's 2016 Making a Scene Conference

Now in its 17th year, the Vancouver theatre community’s annual MAKING A SCENE conference will be held at VanDusen Botanical Garden on May 5, 2016.

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Panelists Announced for “re:generation” Opening Session

Setting the stage for a day of deep thinking and lively conversations at re:generation / BC Cultural Roundtable 2016, about the changing landscape of our arts and cultural leadership, will be a morning panel discussion which will include SFU Woodward’s Cultural Unit director Howard Jang, Writers Festival founder Alma Lee, and PuSh Festival managing director Roxanne Duncan. 

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Last Call For Nominations For the 2016 Mayor's Arts Awards!

Celebrate artists and arts supporters who have made exceptional contributions to the creative community in Vancouver by submitting a nomination by Monday, April 25, 2016! 

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