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

SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts and CALTAC Present A National Latinx Theatre Gathering

SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts and CALTAC Present A National Latinx Theatre Gathering

Three years after their sold-out inaugural gathering, CALTAC are hosting their second COYUNTURA, a national gathering of Latinx theatre artists, co-presented with SFU Woodward's Cultural Programs, focused on the theme of self-identification in regard to nationality, ethnicity, and cultural competency.

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Assistance for new publications focusing on Vancouver’s heritage places available

Assistance for new publications focusing on Vancouver’s heritage places available

Up to $10,000 is available to support all successful projects annually through the Yosef Wosk Publication Grant.

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ArtStarts’ Creative Spark Grant provides emerging artists with financial resources

ArtStarts’ Creative Spark Grant provides emerging artists with financial resources

In partnership with the City of Vancouver, ArtStarts’ Creative Spark Grant provides emerging artists with financial resources ($3000 for individuals and $5000 for groups) towards small projects in schools.

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A Few Days Left For Theatre Rental Grants

A Few Days Left For Theatre Rental Grants

Does your arts and culture organization need a well-equipped venue to produce a cultural event?

The Theatre Rental Grant (TRG) program offers financial assistance to Vancouver-based, professional, non-profit arts and cultural organizations to rent the centrally-located Vancouver Civic Theatres

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Regional cultural grants up to $10k are available

Regional cultural grants up to $10k are available

Local arts and culture organizations can now apply for Metro Vancouver’s 2023 regional cultural grants.

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REFLECT Leadership Program Now Open

REFLECT Leadership Program Now Open

The GVPTA and The Cultch, in collaboration with the City of Vancouver Cultural Services, announce a new leadership program and invite expressions of interest.

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2023 Federal Budget Announced

2023 Federal Budget Announced

The federal budget announcement took place on March 28, 2023. The government of Canada is targeting three main areas: health care/dental, affordability and clean economy.

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Inspired at the Chan: Call For Proposals

Inspired at the Chan: Call For Proposals

The Chan Centre is thrilled to announce their call for proposals for the 2023-2024 season of “Inspired at the Chan”.

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2023 Summer Jobs at the Co-op

2023 Summer Jobs at the Co-op

The Canadian Musicians Co-operative is a national not-for-profit arts service organization which hosts a variety of employment opportunities for young musicians and those interested in working in the creative economy.

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Open Call For Langley City Film Festival

Open Call For Langley City Film Festival

The City of Langley’s Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Heritage (ARCH) Committee, the Langley Arts Council, and the City of Langley are excited to debut their first Langley City Film Festival (LCFF), under the theme 'Transitions'.

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'EDI & Me: The Real Basics' is open for registration!

'EDI & Me: The Real Basics' is open for registration!

T.R.A.I.N – Training Respectful, Adaptive and Inclusive Networks in the Arts, seeks to congregate a nationwide community of arts workers and artists who wish to contribute towards an equitable and sustainable professional sector.

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PosAbilities Employment Service, Youth Impact Project

PosAbilities Employment Service, Youth Impact Project

Are you a youth with a diverse ability who wants to work? 

In partnership with UBC, PES runs the "Youth Impact Project" now into 4th year.

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Business / Arts Speaker Series for Innovative Rural Arts Initiatives

Business / Arts Speaker Series for Innovative Rural Arts Initiatives

This session features organizations that champion creative projects in rural communities.

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Pacific Contact 2023 Conference

Pacific Contact 2023 Conference

Pacific Contact is BC Touring Council’s annual showcase festival and conference for the performing arts. 

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BC Culture Days is pleased to announce the Judy Robertson Community Engagement Award! 

BC Culture Days is pleased to announce the Judy Robertson Community Engagement Award! 

BC Culture Days invites Metro Vancouver artists, creatives, collectives, community groups, and arts and cultural organizations to propose a creative activity hub for Culture Days 2023. The winning hub proposal will be awarded $5,000 to apply towards associated artist fees, production costs, honorariums, and marketing expenses.

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The Louise Bentall Award for Emerging British Columbia Choreographers

The Louise Bentall Award for Emerging British Columbia Choreographers

The Hawthorne Foundation and DanceHouse are pleased to announce the Louise Bentall Award for Emerging British Columbia Choreographers. The $10,000 biennial Award will financially support an emerging choreographer to research, develop, or produce new work.

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Paid Residency Opportunity with Dance Collection Danse

Paid Residency Opportunity with Dance Collection Danse

Have you ever considered using history and archival sources as part of your choreographic process?

Dance Collection Danse's Artist Researcher-in-Residence opportunity will provide the artist with research support from DCD staff.

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221A Seeks support to create long-term, below market workspaces & housing

221A Seeks support to create long-term, below market workspaces & housing

Cultural spaces are disappearing. Vancouver has lost over 400,000ft² of studio-space over the past decade. ⅓ of cultural spaces are rented month-to-month or leases under a year.

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Community and Artists Shifting Culture (CASC) – Project grant applications close March 8, 2023

Community and Artists Shifting Culture (CASC) – Project grant applications close March 8, 2023

CASC supports eligible organizations with grants ranging from $2,500 up to $20,000 for projects that include a wide range of short-term, one-time, or limited series arts, cultural, & creative projects.

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Funding Available for B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events

Funding Available for B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events

The Province is providing $30 million to support B.C.-based events in response to calls from the sector for more help. The B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events Fund(the BCFFE Fund) provides a one-time grant for up to 20% of your total event budget, up to a maximum of $250,000 per event. Depending on uptake, grant amounts may exceed 20% of the event budget.

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