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

Platforms: Nine Places for Seeing is Unveiled in Vancouver

Platforms: Nine Places for Seeing is Unveiled in Vancouver

The City of Vancouver Public Art Program is unveiling four Platforms: Nine Places for Seeing projects this month. The first two to be presented are Coming Home To by Robin Roberts and Eagle Woman by Shain Niniwem Selapem Jackson.

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An Evening of Dance to Leave You Breathless

An Evening of Dance to Leave You Breathless

New Works has partnered with the Roundhouse Community Centre to present MERGE, a mixed bill showcasing the work of three exceptional artists. 

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Applications Open for 'Into the Act' Funding Program

Into the Act provides financial assistance to presenters in BC to create opportunities for emerging BC artists from all disciplines and genres.

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It's About Time: Dancing Black in Canada 1900 – 1970 and Now

It’s About Time is a ground-breaking new exhibition that highlights the recorded dance histories of Canada’s Black population from 1900-1970.

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Funding for Professionals Working in the Live Performance Sector

If you work in live performing arts in Canada, and are experiencing financial challenges due to the pandemic’s affect on the live performance sector the AFC Arts Reactivation is here to help.

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Updated CADA/West Fees & Rates Standards

CADA/West Fees and Rates Standards of performing artists has been updated.

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Open Call for Performing Artists at Pacific Contact 2023

Open Call for Performing Artists at Pacific Contact 2023

The BC Touring Council (BCTC) invites artists interested in touring in BC in 2023-2024 or 2024-2025 to apply to showcase at Pacific Contact 2023.

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Performing Arts Opportunities at Showcase at Pacific Contact 2023

Performing Arts Opportunities at Showcase at Pacific Contact 2023

The BC Touring Council is accepting applications to showcase at Pacific Contact 2023.

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Canadian theatre artists are invited to pitch their tour-ready work to an audience of colleagues for Edinburgh Fringe

If you are a Canadian independent artist, theatre company, or performance collective, Spotlight Canada: The Pitch 2021 is inviting you to apply to present your Edinburgh Fringe Festival pitch to an audience of colleagues by May 2.

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Vancouver Civic Theatres (VCT) Grant Program Now Open for Applications

Vancouver Civic Theatres (VCT) Grant Program Now Open for Applications

Applications are now available for the 2022 intake of the Vancouver Civic Theatres (VCT) Grant Program. This in-kind granting program supports meaningful activations of Vancouver Civic Theatres’ well equipped, professional venues.

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Applications Open for Two Dance Awards via Dance Victoria

Applications Open for Two Dance Awards via Dance Victoria

In 2022, Dance Victoria will award $7,175 for emerging dance artists wishing to study at recognized institutions outside of Canada.

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Federal Government Opens Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund

Federal Government Opens Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund

On February 1, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced the launch of the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund. This new temporary funding program will provide $60 million to help workers in the live performance sector.

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CAPACOA Releases Report on Data Governance in Performing Arts

CAPACOA has issued its new report, a culmination of exploratory activities to develop a governance framework for open and shared data in the performing arts sector.

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Touring Artists: Apply for Pacific Contact 2022

Touring Artists: Apply for Pacific Contact 2022

Showcase applications for BC Touring Council’s Pacific Contact 2022, April 7-10, are now available. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, June 30.

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Upcoming Webinar: "COVID-19 Risks and Precautions for the Performing Arts"

Upcoming Webinar: "COVID-19 Risks and Precautions for the Performing Arts"

The National Collaborating Centre for Environmental Health hosts "COVID-19 Risks and Precautions for the Performing Arts", a free webinar, on September 30.

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Anvil Centre Offers Performance and Pro-D Workshop on Equity

Anvil Centre Offers Performance and Pro-D Workshop on Equity

On November 28, Anvil Centre in New Westminster is offering a performance and a professional development workshop to develop understanding of the unique barriers facing women of colour in achieving equity in Canada.

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Canadian Dance Assembly Launches New Dance Across Canada Map

Canadian Dance Assembly Launches New Dance Across Canada Map

The Canadian Dance Assembly has launched the new Dance Across Canada Map, which identifies, quantifies and describes the ecology, economy and environment of dance in Canada.

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Respectful Workplaces in the Arts Seeks Signatories for Performing Arts Code of Conduct

Respectful Workplaces in the Arts Seeks Signatories for Performing Arts Code of Conduct

Respectful Workplaces in the Arts has issued a Canadian Code of Conduct for the Performing Arts, a series of guidelines to create “safer, more inclusive, respectful workplaces where artists can thrive, free from all forms of harassment, including sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence.”

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Pacific Contact 2020 Opens Showcase Applications

Performing artists are encouraged to apply for the showcase, which takes place April 4-5, 2020 in Burnaby.

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New Report: "Vitality and Impact of Arts Presenting"

New Report: "Vitality and Impact of Arts Presenting"

Performing arts presenters are a vital component of their communities and the overall arts ecology, according to a new research report by CAPACOA and Hill Strategies Research.

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