In this issue: A focus on the visual arts sector, including a report on the role of artist-run centres within the visual arts, a statistical summary of heritage organizations in Canada, a British report that aims to provide benchmarks regarding visual arts audiences, and a British study of socially-engaged visual arts organizations.
Read MoreVancouver real estate marketer Bob Rennie and economic forecaster David Baxter have presented a detailed proposal ("the $150 Million Solution") for the future of the Vancouver Art Gallery. Rennie has been vocal about his opposition of the proposed move of the Vancouver Art Gallery from its present location at 750 Hornby Street to a newly constructed facility adjacent to the Queen Elizabeth The
Read MoreDiane Loomer, C.M., recipient of the Order of Canada, founder and director of Chor Leoni Men's Choir, co-founder and conductor emerita of Elektra Women's Choir and founder and conductor of EnChor Chamber Choir, died in hospital in Vancouver on Monday, December 10. She was 72.
One of Canada's most celebrated and treasured conductors and an ambassador for the classical arts, Diane leaves a great legacy to Vancouver's artistic community.
Read MoreDavid Y.H. Lui was one of the most accomplished members of the 1962 Graduating Class at Kitsilano High School. While at Kits, David played in the school orchestra and both acted in and directed school plays.
To honour David's memory, the Class of 1962 has donated funds to establish an award in his name at Kitsilano High School. Each year, the graduating senior who shows the most promise in any of the performing arts will receive a cheque of at least $500 and have his or her name engraved on the plaque that will hang in a place of honour in the school.
Read MoreJeni LeGon, Hollywood’s onetime “Chocolate Princess” and the first African-American woman to sign a major studio contract (MGM - Hooray for Love), died Friday, December 7 in Vancouver, where she had made her home for the past four decades.
Born in Chicago in 1916, as a child she studied dance at 'Mary Bruce's School of Dancing' and by age sixteen was performing in vaudeville chorus lines with the Whitman Sisters, as well as doing the social dances of the day like the Lindy hop and 'flash acts'.
Read MoreThe Cineworks Independent Filmmakers Society is an organization which has been dedicated to supporting independent film production in Vancouver for more than 30 years. As a registered charity, Cineworks is familiar with the challenges facing non-profits today in this economic and funding climate, and as a result is developing a program that aims to support both non-profits in the city as well as indie film producers.
Read MoreBCTC has been notified that Canadian Heritage has approved a contribution up to a maximum of $126,000 to BCTC under the programming support component of the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. The contribution to BCTC is to help defray costs associated with its services and programs as a presenter support organization. The contribution will be allocated over two (2) fiscal years 2013-14 and 2014-15.
Read MoreGordon Hoekstra, Vancouver Sun
Published December 4, 2012
Three theatres are working together on a plan they hope will enable them to share a brand-new 44,000-square-foot arts space initially intended for the now-defunct Vancouver Playhouse.
If all goes well, Pacific Theatre, Arts Club Theatre and Bard on the Beach will pay $1 a year for a 10-year lease on the city-owned space in a four-tower False Creek condo development.
Read MoreThe Association of Book Publishers of BC in partnership with book publisher Arsenal Pulp Press and online magazine publisher The Tyee is seeking proposals from interested consultants to undertake a study to determine the feasibility and parameters of creating a building for the literary arts in Vancouver.
Read MoreRegistration for winter courses is now open. Courses can be taken individually for professional development, or combined to earn the UBC Certificate in Cultural Planning – a professional learning program delivered 100% online. Enrollment is limited. Early-bird registration discounts are available.
Courses starting Feb 18, 2013
Read MoreThe Key Events List, compiled by your Alliance for Arts and Culture, lists upcoming events in Vancouver through 2013. The list is designed to be a helpful guide to event planners, who will find the roster helpful in avoiding scheduling conflicts.
The list includes major cultural dates, opening nights, festivals, gala fundraisers and significant Metro Vancouver community events and activities.
Read MoreIn 2009, the BC Arts Council released its 2009-2013 Strategic Plan. For the past four years, this Strategic Plan has provided the BC Arts Council’s overarching goals and strategic priorities. A new Strategic Plan is in the process of being prepared that will guide the BC Arts Council from 2013 to 2017.
Read MoreEstablished in 1999, the RBC Canadian Painting Competition, with the support of the Canadian Art Foundation, is a unique initiative that helps to nurture and support promising new artists in the early stages of their careers, a time when they need both recognition and financial support.
One national winner and two honorable mentions are awarded purchase prizes of $25,000 and $15,000 respectively. With $55,000 in prizes, the RBC Canadian Painting Competition offers one of the highest awards of any painting competition in Canada.
Read MoreOTTAWA, November 27, 2012 - The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, announced the intent to introduce the Canadian Museum of History Act in the House of Commons. This announcement was made before members of the Canadian Museums Association gathered for Canadian Museums Day.
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