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

Vancouver Arts Organizations Can Now Apply for CASC Grants

Vancouver Arts Organizations Can Now Apply for CASC Grants

Is your organization planning an arts or cultural project? If so, you may be eligible to apply for Communities and Artists Shifting Culture, a grant program which combines the programs formerly known as Projects and Community Arts.

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Province Introduces New Vaccine Card Mandate

Province Introduces New Vaccine Card Mandate

Beginning September 7, British Columbians can apply for the B.C. vaccine card. Click through to find out more.

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BCMA and Heritage BC Seek COVID-19 Data From Heritage and GLAM Sector

Complete this survey to help give a comprehensive idea of COVID-19’s impacts on the heritage and museum sectors.

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Disability Alliance BC Seeks Proposals for Accessibility Projects

Disability Alliance BC Seeks Proposals for Accessibility Projects

Disability Alliance BC has announced a Call for Proposals for projects that promote greater accessibility and inclusivity for people with disabilities in BC communities. Apply by October 2.

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It's Time to Vote with ArtsVote BC!

It's Time to Vote with ArtsVote BC!

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.

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$12.9M in Funding Available Through New Fairs and Festivals Fund

$12.9M in Funding Available Through New Fairs and Festivals Fund

As of August 27, applications are open to support B.C.-based events through the new Fairs, Festivals and Events Recovery Fund. Apply by October 1.

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Museums Assistance Program Open for Applications

Museums Assistance Program Open for Applications

Canadian Heritage’s Museums Assistance Program is now accepting applications for assistance with ongoing operating costs through the Reopening Fund for Heritage Organizations. The deadline is October 20, but funds are limited, so apply early.

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Submit Your Feedback On New Arts Space in Fort St. John

The Fort St. John Community Arts Council has released a survey asking for feedback on a new community arts hub. Respond by September 7.

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Election 2021: The Major Parties on Arts and Culture

Election 2021: The Major Parties on Arts and Culture

As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calls for a federal election in September, here are the positions and statements of the major parties on arts and culture.

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RE:IMAGINE, RE:CONNECT and RE:GENERATE with BC Culture Days

RE:IMAGINE, RE:CONNECT and RE:GENERATE with BC Culture Days

After the challenges of this year, BC Culture Days seeks to guide us all out of isolation through creative connection, September 24 - October 24.

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City of Vancouver Opens Small Grants for Cultural Spaces

City of Vancouver Opens Small Grants for Cultural Spaces

Applications will open August 18 for the City of Vancouver’s Small Grant for Cultural Spaces program, which aims to support the Arts and Culture sector with their facility projects. Apply by September 15.

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Canadian Heritage Announces New Committee for Green Shift in Arts, Culture and Heritage

Canadian Heritage Announces New Committee for Green Shift in Arts, Culture and Heritage

On August 13, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced the creation of two ministerial consulting committees to help support a green shift in the arts, culture, heritage and sport sectors.

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ArtStarts in Schools Opens Applications for Creative Spark Vancouver Grants

ArtStarts in Schools Opens Applications for Creative Spark Vancouver Grants

In partnership with the City of Vancouver, ArtStarts in Schools offers the Creative Spark Vancouver Grant to provide emerging artists with financial resources towards small projects. Apply by September 14.

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Province of B.C. Announces 150 Time Immemorial Funding Program

Province of B.C. Announces 150 Time Immemorial Funding Program

Indigenous communities, local governments and heritage organizations in British Columbia will soon have access to funding for projects that spotlight the Province’s diverse cultural heritage.

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Share Your Thoughts on the 2022 City of Vancouver Budget

Anyone who lives in, or owns or operates a business in Vancouver is invited to share their thoughts by August 22 on municipal spending priorities for 2022, as part of the City’s annual budget engagement process.

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You Could Be a Mentor for artsvest!

You Could Be a Mentor for artsvest!

The artsvest program is recruiting mentors to share their expertise with participating organizations through group webinars and individualized one-on-one mentorship sessions.

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GVPTA Announces Digital Connections Program

GVPTA Announces Digital Connections Program

GVPTA has announced a new program to provide training to underrepresented theatre artists (specifically, Indigenous, racialized, d/Deaf and disability communities) on effective communication and promotion of their digital or hybrid projects through online platforms. The deadline to apply is September 9.

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CAPACOA Releases Report on Data Governance in Performing Arts

CAPACOA has issued its new report, a culmination of exploratory activities to develop a governance framework for open and shared data in the performing arts sector.

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BC WIL Releases Employer Survey Results

BC WIL Releases Employer Survey Results

The BC Work-Integrated Learning Council has just released the results to its Employer and Community Partner Survey, which polled over 800 employers and community partners on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their WIL student hiring/engaging.

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BC Arts Council Board Seeks New Members

BC Arts Council Board Seeks New Members

New board members are sought to play an active role in shaping the direction of funding for arts and culture in British Columbia.

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