Federal Government Releases 2019 Budget
/The Canadian Arts Coalition has issued its statement on the 2019 Budget, which includes funding boosts for the Canadian Arts Presentation Fund, the Canada Music Fund and more.
Read MoreThe latest news on BC's arts, culture and heritage sector.
So What Exactly is Cultural Democracy?
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BC Alliance executive director Brenda Leadlay recently guest-authored a blog post for the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres on how emphasizing inclusivity and accessibility can lead to a more democratic, culturally enriched society.
Read MoreCity of Vancouver to Host Broadway Plan Open Houses
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The City of Vancouver is hosting a series of open houses for you to make your thoughts known on arts and culture in the area around the new Broadway Subway. Sessions take place from March 7-14.
Read MoreCity of Kelowna Seeks Input On Cultural Plan
/The City of Kelowna continues to seek input on its Cultural Plan via discussions and an online survey, which closes at the end of March.
Read MoreCity of Vancouver Creative City Strategy Symposium Taking Place March 4
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The symposium will be a significant component in the development of the Creative City Strategy, a culture plan to guide the City of Vancouver’s efforts to support art, culture and creative work and life.
Read MoreBC Alliance ED Issues Statement on BC Budget 2019
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The new BC budget, unveiled February 19, allots an additional $15 million to the BC Arts Council over the next two years. “Please take a moment to thank your MLA for their support,” says BC Alliance executive director Brenda Leadlay.
Read MoreHouse of Commons Releases Report On Gender Parity in Arts Organizations
/A new report from the House of Commons Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage sheds light on issues around gender parity in arts and culture organizations.
Read MoreLet Us Know Your Thoughts on Cannabis Sponsorship of Arts and Culture
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The government is currently consulting on the regulatory framework for cannabis and has asked for “additional comments to share regarding the legalization and strict regulation of cannabis in Canada.” The BC Alliance is interested in the arts, culture and heritage sector’s thoughts on the current restrictions around cannabis sponsorship. Send us your feedback by February 20.
Read MoreSave the Date: City of Vancouver's Creative City Strategy Symposium to Take Place March 4
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The City of Vancouver invites all members of the public to the Creative City Strategy Symposium on March 4, a full day of interactive sessions that will shape the Creative City Strategy recommendations.
Read MoreGovernment of Canada Launches #YourBudget Consultation Survey
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The #YourBudget Pre-Budget Consultations 2019 survey is your chance to help shape how the federal government allocates its funds in 2019.
Read MoreNew Report: Virtually All Canadians Participate in Culture
/A new Hill Strategies report finds that in 2016, virtually all Canadians 15 or older participated in some type of arts, culture, or heritage activity, and nearly nine in ten Canadians attended an art gallery, an arts performance, an artistic or cultural event or festival, or a movie theatre.
Read MoreTake This National Survey of the Canadian Cultural Sector Labour Force
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The Cultural Human Resources Council and the Conference Board of Canada have announced the launch of a national survey of the Canadian cultural sector labour force — the first of its kind since 2010 and the only current national research on the sector’s employers and workers.
Read MoreIt's #GivingTuesday! Support the BC Alliance's Advocacy Efforts
/On #GivingTuesday, we give back to the causes that are most important to us. If you appreciate the BC Alliance’s advocacy work, please consider making a small donation.
Read MoreVoting Period for Electoral Reform Referendum Extended to December 7
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The voting period for the 2018 Referendum on Electoral Reform has been extended by a week. Mail your vote in, and make your voice heard!
Read MoreSelect Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services Releases Report on Budget 2019 Consultation
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The report presents a comprehensive and detailed summary of ideas shared by British Columbians for the next provincial budget, and recommends funding increases to the BC Arts Council and Creative BC.
Read MoreWrite Your MLAs About the Importance of Arts Funding Now!
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The BC Alliance for Arts + Culture needs your help to ensure that arts and culture are prominently included in the next provincial budget when it’s released in February 2019. Write a letter to your MLAs making the case!
Read MoreA Look at Canadian Heritage's Study on Canadians' Participation in the Arts
/Following up on the Arts and Heritage Access and Availability Survey 2016-17, Canadian Heritage commissioned focus groups to find out more about Canadian’s participation in the arts.
Read MoreCanadian Arts Coalition Seeks New Members for Research and Policy Committee
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Want to help advocate for the arts at a national level? The Canadian Arts Coalition is recruiting new members to the six working groups of its Research and Policy Committee.
Read MoreVancouver Mayor-Elect's Victory Speech Recognizes Arts and Culture As Top Priority
/Kennedy Stewart’s first words as Vancouver mayor-elect focused on his support for arts and culture. See what he had to say, along with the arts and culture platforms of other successful mayoral candidates across BC.
Read MorePacked Vancouver All Candidates Meeting Focuses On Affordability and Accessibility
/Affordable space for artists was the hot topic at the jam-packed Vancouver All Candidates Meeting for Arts and Culture. Candidates also broached accessibility, equity and ways politicians can advocate for culture.
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