Former Museum of London Director Appointed CEO of Museum of Vancouver
/Mark Richards brings to his new role over 20 years of experience working in national museums in the UK.
Read MoreThe latest news on BC's arts, culture and heritage sector.
Application Deadline Approaching for Digital LEAP Playwrighting Program
/Students living in remote communities in BC who are interested in developing their playwriting skills can apply to be part of a free program offered through Arts Club Theatre Company.
Read MoreAlliance Benefits Plan Representative Change
/After more than fifteen years as the Alliance's insurance representative, our beloved Donna Peerless will be retiring in 2017 and will pass the reins to our new insurance advisor, Saskia Vermeulen.
Read MoreRegistration Open For BCTC's Pacific Contact 2017
/Early bird registration rates are in effect until March 12.
Read MoreSouth Asian Heritage Learning Tools Receive Boost From Province
/The B.C. government has awarded the Indus Media Foundation a one-time grant of $248,500 to share South Asian heritage through exhibition displays and learning tools intended for B.C. schools and community spaces.
Read MoreGabriola Arts Council Receives Grant for Job Creation Partnerships
/The partnerships will provide skills training and paid work experience to four Gabriola Island residents, resulting in a year’s worth of arts and culture programming and a renovated community cultural centre.
Read MoreUpdate and Reminder to RSVP: Alliance Call to Action
/We've made some updates to the Call to Action we issued last week to hone in on the matter of requesting increased funding for our sector through the BC Arts Council. If you haven't already done so, register to be part of this important public meeting in Vancouver on December 6!
Read MoreHill Strategies on Provincial and Territorial Arts Research Reports
/The latest issue of Hill Strategies' Arts Research Monitor features four provincial and territorial arts research reports, including the multifaceted research project conducted for us at the Alliance, research on artists in Saskatchewan, a survey of municipal cultural expenses in Quebec, and a study of arts administration resources in Nunavut.
Read MoreAlliance Professional Development Planning Survey
/We're seeking input from the arts, culture and heritage sector as we plan our 2017 professional development programs. Please take a few moments to complete our online survey!
Read MoreMichael Audain Pledges $2 Million Donation to Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
/The gift is contingent upon AGGV's new Next Gallery receiving the necessary funding from the Province of British Columbia during the 2017 calendar year.
Read MoreAlliance Workshop Registration Open for The New Societies Act: Making the Transition
/Building on the basic framework of the The New Societies Act: What You Need to Know, this session will demonstrate the mechanics of the transition and will address the key bylaw changes that may be required by societies under the new Societies Act. Workshop attendees will also be introduced to the new BC Registries and Online Services website.
Read MoreYour Invitation to a New Westminster Cultural Roundtable on Performing Arts
/Members of the public are invited to join a community conversation on November 27 focused on issues concerning New Westminster's performing arts scene.
Read MorePrince George & District Community Arts Council Makes Case for Arts and Culture Funding
/Executive director Sean Farrell's request for increased multi-year funding for Prince George arts and culture organizations passed muster with City Council and will be reviewed by city staff.
Read MoreGulf of Georgia Cannery Receives $4 Million In Federal Funding
/The money, granted by Parks Canada, will fund building repairs, artifact restoration and updates to safety systems.
Read MoreNominations Open for BC Community Achievement Awards
/The BC Community Achievement Awards celebrate British Columbians who go above and beyond in their dedication and service to others and who devote time and energy to making their communities more caring, dynamic, beautiful, healthy, and unique. Nominations are now open.
Read MoreFerry Building Gallery Friends Society Announces $30,000 Gift to Artists for Kids
/The gift will be used to fund a two-year program entitled ‘Mentoring Emerging Young Artists’ aimed at students from nine North Shore secondary schools.
Read MoreFPCC Reports Outcomes of Dialogue Session on Indigenous Languages
/The report on the national three-day dialogue session will be submitted to the Department of Canadian Heritage and the Assembly of First Nations and may be used as a starting point for further consultations with First Nations on the development of a new federal language program.
Read MoreArts and Culture Recommendations for 2017 Provincial Budget
/The Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services has released its report on its Budget 2017 consultations, which includes recommendations pertaining to the arts and culture sector.
Read MoreCall to Action for the 2017 Provincial Election
/We need your input! The Alliance is taking a leadership role to develop and organize an inclusive and equitable Arts Advocacy Strategy for the upcoming election. Please RSVP to join us at a meeting to discuss a strategy on December 6 at The Scotiabank Dance Centre in Vancouver. The session will be webcast for those unable to attend in person.
Read MoreRebecca Belmore Wins 2016 Gershon Iskowitz Prize
/The award, which is presented annually to an artist who has made an outstanding contribution to the visual arts in Canada, includes a $50,000 cash prize and a solo exhibition at the Art Gallery of Ontario.
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