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

Discoverability for Creative Content

Discoverability for Creative Content

On November 25, the BC Alliance hosted a workshop on Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for artists and arts organizations, with a focus on reaching artists and audiences with disabilities. Presenter Barb Taylor has shared an in-depth guide on SEO, accessibility best practices, and other rapidly growing technologies like artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT).

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A Closer Look at the Fall Economic Statement

A Closer Look at the Fall Economic Statement

Here are some of the revelations from Supporting Canadians and Fighting COVID-19: Fall Economic Statement 2020, issued by the federal government November 30 — including information on wage subsidies, new funding for the live performance sector, support for radio and film, and more.

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The ED Report, December 2020

The ED Report, December 2020

BC Alliance executive director Brenda Leadlay shares on the projects we’ve wrapped up for 2020, and the things we’re looking forward to, including our ongoing research project on everyday creativity and a commitment to decolonization.

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Advocacy Updates: Federal Government Provides $181.5 Million for Arts and Culture

Advocacy Updates: Federal Government Provides $181.5 Million for Arts and Culture

A communication from Global Public Affairs outlines the latest in federal arts and culture news, including a pledge of $181.5 million in 2021-22 to the Department of Canadian Heritage and the Canada Council for the Arts.

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Premier Horgan Issues Mandate Letter to Minister Mark

The letter outlines the priorities and responsibilities for the new Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Sport.

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Provincial Government Updates: New Non-Profit Secretary + Opposition Critics Announced

Provincial Government Updates: New Non-Profit Secretary + Opposition Critics Announced

Niki Sharma assumes the new position of Secretary of Community Development and Non-Profits, and Teresa Wat takes over as Opposition Critic for Tourism, Arts and Culture.

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