Metro Vancouver Opens Applications for Regional Project Grants
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Cultural groups can now apply to Metro Vancouver for Regional Project Grants; applications must be submitted by May 25.
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The latest news on BC's arts, culture and heritage sector.
UK Arts & Culture Round-Up: New Funding Research and a New Cultural Plan for London
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Mayor Sadiq Khan introduces a new draft cultural plan for the City of London themed around access, and new research sheds light on repayable finance for arts and culture organizations.
Read MoreCity of Vancouver Issues 'Host Your Own Engagement' Grant Call
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The City invites organizations of diverse histories and practices to play an active part in the process of shaping future civic investments and support of arts and culture through hosting your own engagement. Grant amounts range from $5,000 to $20,000; the deadline for expressions of interest is April 24.
Read MoreBritish Council Canada and PuSh Festival Host Three-Day Relaxed Performance Training Workshop
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A relaxed performance provides the opportunity to attend live performance for those who may struggle with the traditional theatre environment. Learn best techniques and practices in Vancouver, April 14-16.
Read MoreLaw for Non-Profits Conducts Societies Act and Privacy Workshops
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Law for Nonprofits is conducting a pair of workshops, "The New Societies Act: What You Need to Know" and "Privacy 101," in Vancouver on April 4.
Read MoreThe BC Alliance Has Partnered with Grant Advance to Make Getting Grants Easier
/The BC Alliance for Arts + Culture has partnered with Grant Advance to offer free licenses to ten selected BC Alliance members who are small organizations. We're also offering members a group discount for Grant Advance plans. Lastly, join us May 2 for a free info session on foundation funding.
Read MoreMartha Rans of PLEO Issues Letter to Minister Beare Seeking Support
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Pacific Legal Education and Outreach offers legal services and education to countless arts and culture organizations, but has faced trouble finding ongoing funding.
Read MoreNew Data from U.S. Emphasizes Economic Value of Arts and Culture
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The arts and cultural sector contributed over $763.6 billion to the American economy in 2015—more than the agriculture, transportation, or warehousing sectors, according to new U.S. government data.
Read MoreArts Umbrella Receives $7 Million in Funding from Canadian Heritage
/"All children, regardless of age or circumstance, deserve access to artistic and cultural learning activities in their community,” says the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage.
Read MoreBC Arts Council Opens Applications for Scholarship Program
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BC arts students enrolled in post-secondary studies are encouraged to send in their applications to be considered for grants of up to $6,000
Read MoreBC Government Launches New $7.5 Million Fund for Music Industry
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Creative BC will work over the coming months to design and launch new programs focused on industry development, individual career development and live music events.
Read MoreNorman Armour Steps Down as PuSh Festival Head
/Norman Armour will step down as artistic and executive director of Vancouver's PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, after 14 years with the organization. He leaves April 27.
Read MoreWhat Makes a Digital Initiative 'Strategic'?
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Margaret Lam's article offers advice for arts orgs going digital.
Read MoreIn the UK, A New National Alliance for Culture, Health and Wellbeing
/The British membership organization, which held its official launch this week, aims to provide a clear, focused voice to articulate the role creativity can play in health and wellbeing.
Read MoreNew Data Indicates Attendance at Canadian Performing Arts Facilities Has Dropped
/While overall arts attendance in Canada is strong, reported attendance at performing arts facilities has dropped from 71% of the population to 60% since 2012.
Read MoreYouth Engagement Panel Wrap-Up: Youth Are the Future — Count Them In Now
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On March 8, the BC Alliance hosted a panel on best practices around meaningfully engaging youth in the arts. Here are some of the highlights.
Read MoreAsking People For Money: Free Online Course
/"This short course covers the basics of setting up an individual giving strategy, cultivating relationships, communicating with supporters, and managing donation schemes and events."
Read MoreCanadian Creative Industry Groups Release Code of Conduct Addressing Harassment
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25 Canadian creative industry groups have signed a Code of Conduct pledging "an industry free of harassment including sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence."
Read MoreUpcoming Grant Information Workshop in Kamloops
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The BC Interior Community Foundation and Vancouver Foundation will host a granting information workshop on Tuesday, March 13.
Read MoreFour Canadian Music Festivals Pledge Gender Equality in Performer Lineups
/Four Canadian music events have pledged gender parity across their lineups by 2022. They join an international movement led by the UK-based PRS Foundation, seeking to "[empower] women to transform the future of the music industry."
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