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

4th Annual Vancouver International Black Film Festival Returns December 13–17

4th Annual Vancouver International Black Film Festival Returns December 13–17

The highly anticipated 4th Annual Vancouver International Black Film Festival (VIBFF) is set to make a bold return this December! From December 13 to 17, 2024, the festival celebrates Black voices with innovative, diverse, and bold programming.

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The 3rd Edition of the Vancouver International Black Film Festival Returns, December 1-4, 2023

VIBFF 2023 amplifies Black Voices with Innovative, Diverse and Bold programming. A true celebration of Diverse Black Cinema!

After two successful editions, The Vancouver Intl Black Film Festival is back once again with a hybrid version to amplify the voices of Afro-descendants in British Columbia and to foster accessibility across the country. The third annual Vancouver Intl Black Film Festival #VIBFF23, created by the Fabienne Colas Foundation and co-presented by Global BC, is thrilled to announce its official hybrid program and events lineup, running December 1 – 4, 2023. The In-Person screenings and events will take place at the VIFF Vancity Theatre and Studio Theatre. 

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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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Black Futures: Saul Williams / Moor Mother / Irreversible Entanglements

Black Futures: Saul Williams / Moor Mother / Irreversible Entanglements

The Chan Centre presents an exhilarating exploration into Black Futures through the visionary work of revolutionary artists Saul Williams, Moor Mother, and Irreversible Entanglements.

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Vancouver International Black Film Festival Returns

Vancouver International Black Film Festival Returns

The 2nd edition of the Vancouver International Black Film Festival #VIBFF22 will run online from December 16 – 20, 2022.

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PuSh International Performing Arts Festival 2023

Vancouver's signature, mid-winter cultural event, PuSh, is taking place this coming January in theatres and venues across the city.

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Happy Latin American Heritage Month!

Happy Latin American Heritage Month!

Latin American Heritage Month is a festival organized by Latincouver to celebrate Latin American roots,

ancestors, and culture for 20 days with a series of workshops, webinars, concerts, markets, video

mapping and more.

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Call for Artist Applications for South by Southwest Music Festival 2023

Call for Artist Applications for South by Southwest Music Festival 2023

Now through October 7, 2022, apply for the opportunity to perform at the SXSW Music Festival, taking place in Austin, TX, in March 2023. As a Showcasing Artist, you’ll gain unparalleled access to an audience of industry professionals, international media, and new fans.

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Vancouver International Women in Film Festival Seeks Submissions

Vancouver International Women in Film Festival Seeks Submissions

Now in its 18th year, the Vancouver International Women in Film Festival (VIWFF) showcases an impressive line-up of short and feature-length films (narrative, documentary, experimental and animation) by established and emerging women and gender diverse filmmakers from around the world.

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Merritt's Bass Coast Festival returns July 8-11

Merritt's Bass Coast Festival returns July 8-11

Merritt’s Bass Coast Music and Art Festival is happening this weekend, July 8-11!

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The BC Alliance for Arts + Culture wishes you happy Pride 2022!

The BC Alliance for Arts + Culture wishes you happy Pride 2022!

The BC Alliance of Arts + Culture would like to wish you a happy Pride!

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Launch Festival of Emerging Artists deadline approaching

Launch Festival of Emerging Artists deadline approaching

Launch 2022 will take place as a full day masterclass including time for studio sharing of creative work and feedback, and presentations and discussions on the business side of art making. As part of this format, all participating emerging artists will be given 3 minutes to share a sample of their creative work.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 17, 2022 at midnight

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