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

City of Vancouver to Host Virtual Town Hall on Anti-Black Racism

City of Vancouver to Host Virtual Town Hall on Anti-Black Racism

On September 24, the City of Vancouver will host a virtual town hall focused on addressing anti-Black racism. Click through to find out more.

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Celebrate Jewish Heritage This May!

Celebrate Jewish Heritage This May!

May is the month we celebrate the contributions, culture and resilience of Canada’s Jewish community. Here are some resources for those looking to mark the occasion!

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The BC Alliance Honours Black History Month

The BC Alliance Honours Black History Month

February is Black History Month in Canada, a time to mark the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present. For the BC Alliance, that means celebrating notable figures in BC’s cultural history, as well as honouring the Black members of our artistic communities.

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BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres Seeks Workshop Applications

BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres Seeks Workshop Applications

The BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres will mount its annual Indigenous youth leadership training event in Kamloops from March 16-19, 2020. The BCAAFC seeks applications to present workshops at the event.

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Mass Culture to Host Digital Gathering on Arts and International Relations

Mass Culture to Host Digital Gathering on Arts and International Relations

Mass Culture and the North American Cultural Diplomacy Initiative invite artists and arts workers to the next instalment in Mass Culture's Digital Gathering series, November 7, which will focus on Canada’s use of art and culture in diplomacy and international relations.

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BC Alliance Co-Presents "Exploring Diversity" Panel on Culture, Ethnicity and Identity

BC Alliance Co-Presents "Exploring Diversity" Panel on Culture, Ethnicity and Identity

Join us on October 22 at The Reach Gallery Museum in Abbotsford as five panelists navigate through a conversation of arts as an all-encompassing field of work that can shed light on experiences of diversity.

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More People You'll Meet at Weaving Wellness, the BC Alliance's Annual Conference

More People You'll Meet at Weaving Wellness, the BC Alliance's Annual Conference

Introducing Margo Kane, Julie Lebel and Carmen Papalia, three of the speakers who’ll be on deck at Weaving Wellness, the BC Alliance’s annual conference.

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What to Expect at Weaving Wellness, the BC Alliance's Annual Conference!

What to Expect at Weaving Wellness, the BC Alliance's Annual Conference!

We've worked with our partners at the Vancouver Park Board and the Roundhouse to create an innovative framework for Weaving Wellness (Sept. 30-Oct. 1 in Vancouver), which incorporates Indigenous protocols and practices, and reflects this year's theme: Arts, Health and Well-Being.

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Register Now for Weaving Wellness, the BC Alliance's Annual Conference!

Register Now for Weaving Wellness, the BC Alliance's Annual Conference!

Weaving Wellness, the BC Alliance’s annual conference, focuses this year on the connections between art, creativity, health and well-being. Join us September 30-October 1 at the Roundhouse in Vancouver.

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Canada to Host Joint Nordic Cultural Initiative in 2021

The Nordic Council of Ministers for Culture has announced the initiative will be held in Canada in 2021, and will focus on on artistic innovation, inclusion, sustainability and boosting relationships with the Nordic Region in multiple Canadian cities.

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Event Registration is Open for BC Culture Days

Artists, organizations, businesses and municipalities are invited to submit their events before September 16, or register by July 31 to be included in the provincial marketing campaign.

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Mission to Host 2019 BC Culture Days Launch Event

The BC Culture Days launch, taking place September 22, will showcase a broad range of cultural activities by notable and emerging members of Mission's arts and culture community.

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Join the Canada Council for a Town Hall Meeting in Vancouver

At 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 3, the Canada Council for the Arts is hosting a town hall meeting at the York Theatre in Vancouver. RSVP before May 28 to make your voice heard.

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Artists: Be a Part of the Vancouver Hub for BC Culture Days

Culture Days at CBC Vancouver will host free arts and cultural activities by self-producing artists and arts groups in a celebration of local arts, culture and heritage. Apply by June 15 to join this celebration of culture!

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Arts Council of Surrey to Host Roundtable Meeting for Local Arts Organizations

Arts Council of Surrey to Host Roundtable Meeting for Local Arts Organizations

On June 1, members of Surrey arts organizations are invited to attend an event hosted by the Arts Council of Surrey designed as “a unique opportunity to meet and converse with the City of Surrey’s arts and cultural leaders.”

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Make Your Voice Heard on the City of Vancouver Creative City Strategy

Make Your Voice Heard on the City of Vancouver Creative City Strategy

On May 16, attend one of three scheduled 30 minute presentations on the Creative City Strategy’s Action Plan, or drop in to give your feedback one-on-one to a member of the Cultural Services staff.

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Vancouver Opera to Host Panel Talk on Relaxed Performances

On May 2, Vancouver Opera hosts a relaxed performance of Rossini’s La Cenerentola, followed by a free panel discussion on the purposes and practices behind relaxed performance.

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Upcoming Artists' Legal Outreach Events Focus on Public Art

Upcoming Artists' Legal Outreach Events Focus on Public Art

Artists’ Legal Outreach is co-hosting a pair of Vancouver events focusing on public art on April 11 and 12, including a moderated panel on ownership and a discussion on public art contracts.

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City of Vancouver to Host Broadway Plan Open Houses

City of Vancouver to Host Broadway Plan Open Houses

The City of Vancouver is hosting a series of open houses for you to make your thoughts known on arts and culture in the area around the new Broadway Subway. Sessions take place from March 7-14.

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Introducing the BC Alliance's Winter 2019 Workshop Series!

 Introducing the BC Alliance's Winter 2019 Workshop Series!

In the coming weeks, we’re excited to offer sessions on tax preparation, succession planning, Gaming grant applications, and reconciliation through Indigenous art! Click through for more information.

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