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

BC Culture Days launches its 14th year throughout province

BC Culture Days launches its 14th year throughout province

To celebrate BC Culture Days from Sept. 22 until Oct. 15, 2023, hundreds of free activities and events are scheduled throughout British Columbia.

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Winner of the Volunteerism in the Arts Awards: Issaku Inami

Winner of the Volunteerism in the Arts Awards:  Issaku Inami

Issaku Inami, a dedicated and outstanding volunteer in the arts and culture sector, received the Volunteerism in the Arts Award last weekend, at the launch of Culture Days. 

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An Insightful Workshop on Equity with Jiv Parasram

An Insightful Workshop on Equity with Jiv Parasram

This week we had the absolute honour to attend the workshop organized by Ashley Daniel Foot, and learn from Jiv Parasram, a cultural leader and an award winning multidisciplinary artist and facilitator. 

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Call for Nominations: Volunteerism in the Arts Award

Call for Nominations: Volunteerism in the Arts Award

Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2023 Volunteerism in the Arts Award.

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New Report on Understanding the Needs of Performance Creation Spaces

New Report on Understanding the Needs of Performance Creation Spaces

Determined to draw long-term solutions out of ongoing adversity, C-Space recently released a report titled BACKSTAGE SPACES: Progress Lab 1422 and the Future of Performance Creation Spaces

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Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services Budget 2024 Consultation: Written Submission

Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services  Budget 2024 Consultation: Written Submission

The Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services invites British Columbians to share their ideas and priorities for the next provincial budget. Your continued participation in the annual budget consultation is important and crucial in the development of our province, and we highly encourage you to add your comments.

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New Partnership Between BC Touring Council & the BC Music Festival Collective

New Partnership Between BC Touring Council & the BC Music Festival Collective

The BC Touring Council (BCTC) and the BC Music Festival Collective (BCMFC) are pleased to announce their new strategic partnership that brings both organizations together to support live performing arts presenters and music, arts and cultural festivals in British Columbia.

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CADAC Updated With New Features

CADAC has recenttly added new features to the CADAC system, including new reporting capabilities, a new open-source reporting tool and support materials including videos and guides.

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BC Culture Days Registration Is Open!

BC Culture Days Registration Is Open!

The 14th annual Culture Days will run for three weeks this year from September 22 to October 15, 2023! 

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Theatre critic Jerry Wasserman takes 2023 Wyman Critical Writing prize

Theatre critic Jerry Wasserman takes 2023 Wyman Critical Writing prize

Theatre critic, author and actor Jerry Wasserman is the winner of this year’s Max Wyman Award in Critical Writing.

The annual award celebrates critical commentary on the visual, performing and literary arts in the province of British Columbia.

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Province approves $2.2 million towards the revitalization of Vancouver's Chinatown

Province approves $2.2 million towards the revitalization of Vancouver's Chinatown

This week, on May 12, the province of BC approved $2.2 million in funding towards the revitalization of Vancouver's Chinatown

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BC Culture Days Announces its 2023 Ambassadors

BC Culture Days Announces its 2023 Ambassadors

BC Culture Days is pleased to announce the ten emerging artists selected as spokespeople for this year's BC Culture Days. 

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BC Museums Week, May 14- 20

BC Museums Week, May 14- 20

For this year's BC Museums Week, join the BCMA in Sharing Stories of How Museums, Galleries, and Heritage Institutions Change Lives

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Spring Arts Gathering for Artists and Arts Administrators

Spring Arts Gathering for Artists and Arts Administrators

Who is this gathering for: Artists, arts administrators, arts supporters and anyone else who wants to join in on the discussion!

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Walter Carsen Prize for Excellence in the Performing Arts

Walter Carsen Prize for Excellence in the Performing Arts

Nominate a performing artist you know for the Walter Carsen Prize, which recognizes and celebrates the highest level of artistic merit, distinguished career achievement, and outstanding contribution by a professional theatre artist in Canada.

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New funding announced for BC's creative sector

New funding announced for BC's creative sector

New financial support for creative industries was announced by the province on Wednesday, April 19.

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GVPTA Introduces New Platform for Theatre Performers, Designers, and Production Professionals

GVPTA Introduces New Platform for Theatre Performers, Designers, and Production Professionals

This week, the GVPTA has introduced Hello, a program that offers a platform for theatre performers, designers, and production professionals to get on the radar of local theatre hiring personnel. Applications are now open.

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The Vancouver Art Gallery Launches 'Free First Friday Nights'

 The Vancouver Art Gallery Launches 'Free First Friday Nights'

This Spring, through a new partnership with BMO, the Vancouver Art Gallery will be offering free admission to the public on the first Friday of every month, from 4pm to 8pm. These Free First Friday Nights, will provide visitors with increased access to the Gallery, opening and expanding the world of art to a broader audience, including those who may otherwise not be able to afford the cost of admission.

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Funding Is Available for Podcast Creators

Funding Is Available for Podcast Creators

New funding is available for Podcast creators via Creative BC.

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Yosef Wosk Publication Grant Open for Applications

Yosef Wosk Publication Grant Open for Applications

Assistance for new publications focusing on Vancouver’s heritage places, their stories, and related topics is available.

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