Arts Alliance Blog

Watch Arts Summit 2013 Online!
Tue, Jun 18th, 2013
  Those unable to attend Arts Summit 2013 in person can watch the live stream online!   The keynote speech, presentations, panel discussions and reporting back sessions will be live streamed over the two days, allowing British Columbians to follow our program. Live streaming begins at 9:...
Last Week to Register for Arts Summit 2013!
Fri, Jun 14th, 2013
Arts Summit 2013 is fast approaching!  We have a jam-packed schedule over the two days (June 21 and 22) and we hope that you'll join us to take the first step toward a cultural policy framework for British Columbia.  Tickets are available for purchase in advance via Tickets Tonight until...
The Key Events List: A Helpful Guide For Event Planners. June 2013 Edition
Fri, Jun 14th, 2013
The Key Events List (pdf), compiled by your Alliance for Arts and Culture, lists upcoming events in and around Metro Vancouver through the next 12 months. The list is designed to be a helpful guide to event planners, who will find the roster helpful in avoiding scheduling conflicts. The list...
Call for Nominations for the Giving Hearts Awards
Fri, Jun 14th, 2013
There are many individuals, families and groups that make outstanding contributions of time, leadership and financial support to countless organizations. The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Vancouver Chapter invites you to take the opportunity to recognize and celebrate the...
Call for Nominations for the BC Creative Achievement Awards
Fri, Jun 14th, 2013
The 9th Annual Carter Wosk BC Creative Achievement Awards for Applied Art and Design celebrate British Columbians who through their creativity contribute to the cultural and economic fabric of the province.  The awards recognize individuals whose work has a practical function. Artists and...
Judith Marcuse Projects and SFU Receive $2.5 Million Funding for Ground-Breaking Arts Research
Wed, Jun 5th, 2013
Judith Marcuse Projects (JMP) and Simon Fraser University this week announced the launch of a five-year national research program in art for social change in Canada (ASC). ASC refers to the broad spectrum of ways in which the arts are used to engage people and encourage positive change. The...
Request for Expressions of Interest: Woodward's Cultural Office, Assembly and Cafe Space
Tue, Jun 4th, 2013
The City of Vancouver is inviting applications from Vancouver based non-profit cultural organizations who wish to lease office space, assembly and/or cafe space formerly occupied by W2 in the Woodward's heritage building at the corner of Hastings and Abbott Streets. The key objective of the RFEOI...
Analysis of 50 Canadian Orchestras’ Finances and Attendance Between 2004-05 and 2011-12
Tue, Jun 4th, 2013
Orchestras Canada has posted a report which examines the situation of 50 Canadian orchestras based on Orchestras Canada member surveys from 2004-05 through 2011-12. The report was prepared for Orchestras Canada by Hill Strategies Research Inc.  The survey covers orchestras’ revenues, expenses...
Volunteer for Arts Summit 2013
Tue, Jun 4th, 2013
Interested in being involved on the ground floor of the planning process toward a cultural policy for BC? Register to volunteer at Arts Summit 2013, taking place Friday and Saturday, June 21 and 22, at the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre. This two-day conference will feature...
The Butler Did It Catering Co. and Deserres Join Alliance Member Advantage Program
Mon, Jun 3rd, 2013
The Alliance is pleased to introduce The Butler Did It Catering Co. and DeSerres as our newest Member Advantage Program (MAP) partners. Look for more new partner announcements in the near future. We're committed to growing this program and helping you save!  The Butler Did It...
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