Nominations Open For 2017 Okanagan Arts Awards
/Recognize the top creative talent in the Central Okanagan by submitting a nomination by January 20 for the 10th Annual Okanagan Arts Awards.
Read MoreThe latest news on BC's arts, culture and heritage sector.
Auditor General Reports on Community Gaming Grants & Updated Guidelines Are Released
/The report calls for improvements in a number of key areas in order to better understand and measure success of the program as well as to ensure that grants are fair, consistent, well documented, and are used as approved. Revamped guidelines for the program are now available.
Read MoreThe Alliance is Looking for a New Receptionist and Administrative Assistant!
/We're looking for a new face to greet visitors, handle administrative tasks, and complete other duties to ensure the smooth operation of the Alliance.
Read MoreApplications Open For Second Cohort of Talent To Lead Program
/Are you looking to advance your career in the cultural sector? Applications for the second cohort of this CHRC program for mid-career cultural managers close January 15.
Read MoreNew Program Details & Last Chance For Early Bird Registration For Actsafe Event Safety Conference
/Rick Antonsen, author and former CEO of Tourism Vancouver, will be the keynote speaker for the February 20 conference. Register by December 11 to take advantage of early bird rates.
Read MoreSalt Spring National Art Prize Announces 2017 Call for Submissions
/SSNAP issues awards totalling $30,000 to artists whose practice demonstrates originality, quality, integrity and creativity—resulting in significant work with visual impact and depth of meaning.
Read MoreCHRC Announces HR Management Toolkit Update
/The revised Toolkit includes a new guide on succession planning and HR Management 101 with CHRC’s foundational Competency Chart for Cultural Managers.
Read MoreProvince and Creative BC Announce $4.41 Million In Funding for Music Industry
/The money has been allocated to various organizations and programs, including Music BC, who received $1.41 million.
Read MoreCall to Action From City of Vancouver's Arts and Culture Policy Council
/Members of Vancouver's arts and cultural community are urged to register to speak at a special City Council meeting on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 to advocate for increased arts funding in the 2017 Budget.
Read MoreBC Artscape To Open Multi-Tenant Creative Hub in Vancouver's Chinatown
/The non-profit has announced that negotiations are being finalized on approximately 48,000 square feet of vacant space for use as a creative hub. A call for tenants and partners has been issued and a series of open houses will take place over the next week.
Read MoreFormer Museum of London Director Appointed CEO of Museum of Vancouver
/Mark Richards brings to his new role over 20 years of experience working in national museums in the UK.
Read MoreApplication Deadline Approaching for Digital LEAP Playwrighting Program
/Students living in remote communities in BC who are interested in developing their playwriting skills can apply to be part of a free program offered through Arts Club Theatre Company.
Read MoreAlliance Benefits Plan Representative Change
/After more than fifteen years as the Alliance's insurance representative, our beloved Donna Peerless will be retiring in 2017 and will pass the reins to our new insurance advisor, Saskia Vermeulen.
Read MoreRegistration Open For BCTC's Pacific Contact 2017
/Early bird registration rates are in effect until March 12.
Read MoreSouth Asian Heritage Learning Tools Receive Boost From Province
/The B.C. government has awarded the Indus Media Foundation a one-time grant of $248,500 to share South Asian heritage through exhibition displays and learning tools intended for B.C. schools and community spaces.
Read MoreGabriola Arts Council Receives Grant for Job Creation Partnerships
/The partnerships will provide skills training and paid work experience to four Gabriola Island residents, resulting in a year’s worth of arts and culture programming and a renovated community cultural centre.
Read MoreUpdate and Reminder to RSVP: Alliance Call to Action
/We've made some updates to the Call to Action we issued last week to hone in on the matter of requesting increased funding for our sector through the BC Arts Council. If you haven't already done so, register to be part of this important public meeting in Vancouver on December 6!
Read MoreHill Strategies on Provincial and Territorial Arts Research Reports
/The latest issue of Hill Strategies' Arts Research Monitor features four provincial and territorial arts research reports, including the multifaceted research project conducted for us at the Alliance, research on artists in Saskatchewan, a survey of municipal cultural expenses in Quebec, and a study of arts administration resources in Nunavut.
Read MoreAlliance Professional Development Planning Survey
/We're seeking input from the arts, culture and heritage sector as we plan our 2017 professional development programs. Please take a few moments to complete our online survey!
Read MoreMichael Audain Pledges $2 Million Donation to Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
/The gift is contingent upon AGGV's new Next Gallery receiving the necessary funding from the Province of British Columbia during the 2017 calendar year.
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