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

The Neighbourhood Small Grants Deadline is March 31!

The Neighbourhood Small Grants program funds individuals to fulfill projects that connect and engage residents (typically up to $500) in 17 communities across Metro Vancouver.

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Two Steps to Success - The 2015 Theatre Rental Grants

The deadline is approaching for the City of Vancouver Theatre Rental Grant program, which offers financial assistance to non-profit arts and cultural organizations to use the Vancouver Civic Theatres.

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Application & Guidelines For 2015 Vancouver Cultural Infrastructure Grants

Those planning to apply for the City of Vancouver's 2015 Cultural Infrastructure Grants program can now download the application and guidelines online. Application deadline is April 10. 

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Applications Accepted for Vancouver 2015 Community Arts Grants

Applications Accepted for Vancouver 2015 Community Arts Grants

The Community Arts Grants program supports a range of arts and cultural activities which celebrate the city's diverse communities and neighbourhoods. Deadline: March 18

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Navigating Your 2015 Gaming Grant Application

Learn how to write a successful application for BC's Community Gaming Grants program and its 2015 Arts and Culture intake at this second session in the Alliance Workshop Series. 

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From Please to Thank You: Writing the Perfect Grant

Learn how to prepare the perfect grant package at the first session in the Alliance's 2015 workshop series.

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Federal Government Announces Support to Build Capacity of BC’s Creative Industries

On January 23, the federal government announced $1.2 million in funding to Creative BC to build the capacity of British Columbia’s creative industries.

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Canada Council Announces Overhaul of Granting Structure

News of significant change at the Canada Council was announced at its Annual Public Meeting.

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Canada Council Annual Public Meeting

On January 20, 2015 from 1-3 p.m. PST, tune into the livestream of Canada Council for the Arts' 2015 Annual Public Meeting.

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VHF Grants For Heritage Buildings

Since 1999 Vancouver Heritage Foundation has been offering small project grants to assist owners of buildings listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register.

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Canada Council Info Session for Cultivate Program

The Canada Council invites you to learn more about the Cultivate program delivered by the Equity Office.

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Attend the City of Vancouver Cultural Services Community Salon

The City of Vancouver invites you to join managing director Richard Newirth, the Arts and Culture Policy Council and Cultural Services staff on November 13 for an update on achievements over the past year guided by the City’s Culture Plan with a look forward to how strategies will evolve in the coming years.

The event will also include a discussion about how, as a community, we can best work together to support a dynamic and thriving cultural sector. Watch a brief presentation and participate in a dialogue and social.

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BC Arts Council Announces Vancouver & Surrey Dates of Community Consultation & Program Review

Dates for the BC Arts Council's community consultation sessions in Vancouver, Surrey, and Chilliwack have been announced and registration is now open. 

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Digital Media Funding Programs Open For Applications

Two funding programs of interest to digital media creators have upcoming deadlines in November. 

The Interactive Fund is a program created in partnership between Creative BC and the BC Arts Council. The program is intended to support the production of high quality, original, interactive digital media content and software applications owned and controlled by BC companies or individuals.

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New Capital Grant Program For Downtown Eastside Organizations

The City of Vancouver has announced a new capital grant program for Downtown Eastside organizations. The program is open to not-for-profit social service, child care and arts and culture groups that are planning a capital project.

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Surrey’s 2015 Cultural Grants

Surrey’s Cultural Grants Program awards Capacity Building, Project, and Cultural Sustainability grants. Find out more about the program and learn how to apply: www.surrey.ca/grants.

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City of Vancouver Offers Professional Development Opportunities With Vantage Point

Arts and cultural organizations currently assisted by the City of Vancouver through grants or who are primary tenants of City-owned or controlled spaces may be eligible for several learning opportunities with Vantage Point at no cost. 

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CARFAC National Offers Artists For Artists Conference Bursaries

From September 18 to 21, 2014, CARFAC National hosts the annual Artists for Artists conference in Toronto. Want to attend but can't afford the airfare? Eight travel bursaries of up to $500 are available for artists in financial need to cover travel and registration costs. There are also 10 bursaries available to cover registration costs only.

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BC Association for Charitable Gaming 2014 Symposium

The BC Association for Charitable Gaming hosts its 2014 Symposium over two days this fall, with a theme around Public Policy and Communications. Some time will also be dedicated to discussing the Community Gaming Grant program.

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City of Vancouver Artist Studio Awards Program

The City of Vancouver’s Artist Studio Awards Program is offering two- and three-year residencies in live/work and work/only studios starting February 2015. Artists currently residing in Vancouver who can demonstrate financial need are eligible to apply. Eligible artists will be evaluated on the artistic merit of their work.

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