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

Hill Strategies Research on Performing Arts and Theatres

The latest issue of Arts Research Monitor focuses on the situation of theatres and other performing arts organizations in Canada, including summaries of a survey of performing arts organizations, a fact sheet on theatre, a survey of the importance of theatre in Canadian communities, and a report on challenges and opportunities in “the changing theatre landscape”.

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"On The Map: Arts & Health in BC" Final Report and Map Now Available

Do you work in the arts sector, the health sector or somewhere in between?  Arts Health BC’s On The Map: Arts & Health in BC project provides a glimpse into how arts and health intersect in BC.

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2015 BC Culture Days Ambassador Announced

BC Culture Days has named Vernon artist and public engagement advocate Amanda Shatzko the 2015 winner of the BC Culture Days Ambassador and Awards Program.

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Congratulations to the BCTC Award Winners!

Congratulations to the 2015 nominees and recipients of the BC Touring Council annual awards.

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BC Book Prizes 2015 Winners Announced

The West Coast Book Prize Society congratulates all of the winners of the 2015 BC Book Prizes.

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Creative City Summit Call for Presentations

CCNC invites members and non-members to submit peer-to-peer presentations for the upcoming Creative City Summit in Kelowna, BC, from October 27 to 29, 2015

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Richmond Arts Awards Finalists Announced

Eighteen finalists are being recognized in the seventh annual Richmond Arts Awards. The winners will be announced at a special ceremony on May 12, at City Hall.

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Countdown to Culture Days National Congress!

Save the Date for Culture Days' National Congress 2015 in Edmonton, Alberta.

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Call for Presentations, Panels and Demonstrations at Paper Points North

The Friends of Dard Hunter, a contemporary hand papermaking organization, is inviting submissions of proposals for talks, panels and demonstrations for Paper Points North, their 2015 annual meeting held this year at the Banff Centre.

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Call for Nominations: Governor General's Awards in Visual and Media Arts

The nomination period for the 2016 Governor General's Awards in Visual and Media Arts is now open.

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Residents Lead The Way To A More Connected, Creative Future in Vancouver’s West End

After a very successful (and lively!) first community consultation last month, WE Arts will hold its second of three community events on April 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Empire Landmark Hotel on Robson Street.

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Vancouver Art Gallery Presents BC's Most Prestigious Visual Arts Prizes of 2015

Three distinguished individuals in the field of visual arts in British Columbia will receive the most prestigious awards in this province: the Audain Prize for Lifetime Achievement in the Visual Arts, the VIVA Awards and the Alvin Balkind Curator’s Prize.

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City of Vancouver Invites Submissions for 2015 Book Award

Authors and publishers of books that contribute to the appreciation and understanding of Vancouver’s history, unique character or the achievements of its residents are invited to submit entries for the annual City of Vancouver Book Award.

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Emily Carr Unveils Great Northern Way Campus Plan

On Wednesday, architects presented the new design of the Emily Carr University of Art + Design's Great Northern Way campus to the city’s Urban Design Panel. 

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Nanaimo Honours Local Artists With the 2015 Culture and Heritage Awards

On April 9, the City of Nanaimo honoured four citizens who have displayed an outstanding dedication to culture in the Nanaimo community. 

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Nominations Open for Betty Webster Award

Orchestras Canada seeks nominations for the prestigious Betty Webster Award. The award celebrates sustained contribution to Canadian orchestras, with a focus on leadership, volunteerism and education. 

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UBCP/ACTRA Announces the Sam Payne Awards Winners for 2014

Each year UBCP/ACTRA presents two Sam Payne Awards to local members: the Sam Payne Lifetime Achievement Award and the Sam Payne Award. The winners for 2014 are Gabrielle Rose and Veena Sood.

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Heritage Vancouver Society to Hold Conversations on the Heritage Action Plan

Heritage Vancouver’s “Shaping Vancouver: Conversations on the Heritage Action Plan” series will give the public a channel to communicate their ideas and opinions on Vancouver’s Heritage Conservation Program.

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Community Cultural Roundtables In Metro Vancouver

Three Community Cultural Roundtables, in North Vancouver, New Westminster, and Vancouver, have been announced as part of the province-wide series of such events being organized by the Alliance for Arts + Culture and ArtsBC.

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Your Invitation to a Better Transit & Transportation Info Session

Plan to join us on Monday, April 13 at the Orpheum Annex for a presentation and Q&A session on the Metro Vancouver Transportation & Transit Referendum. 

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