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

Canada Reaffirms Its Commitment to the UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions

On December 13, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced a contribution of $100,000 to UNESCO’s International Fund for Cultural Diversity to promote cultural projects in developing countries.

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PAARC Launches Letter Writing Campaign to Request Increased Arts and Culture Funding

The Pacific Association of Artist Run Centres has launched a letter-writing campaign urging artists, cultural workers and supporters of the creative sector to write to elected officials and public servants to request a funding increase in the 2017 provincial budget. Send a letter by December 20!

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Canada Council for the Arts Launches Portal For New Funding Model

Applicants must register on the new online portal 30 days in advance of applying for funding. 

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New North Vancouver Museum Approved by City Council

The City of North Vancouver Council has voted to approve a 16,000 square foot space to house the North Vancouver Museum and Archives across from the Quay in Lower Lonsdale.

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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.

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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. 

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The 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.

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Applications 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.

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New 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.

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Salt 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. 

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CHRC 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.

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Province 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.

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Call 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. 

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BC 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. 

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Former 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. 

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Application 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. 

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Alliance 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.

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Registration Open For BCTC's Pacific Contact 2017

Early bird registration rates are in effect until March 12. 

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South 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.

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Gabriola 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.

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