To ensure people can learn more about Chinese Canadians’ contributions to British Columbia, the BC government has invested $10 million to establish the Chinese Canadian Museum – the first in Canada.
Read MoreBC Alliance executive director Brenda Leadlay speaks on our latest activities and the urgent need for equity and justice in our communities.
Read MoreA single day of social media posting doesn’t even begin to redress the pervasive and systemic impacts of anti-Black racism. Now is not the time to become comfortable or complacent. Here are some resources to proactively support our Black communities.
Read MoreAs we make necessary efforts to decolonize and Indigenize our cultural sector, here are resources to celebrate the heritage, cultures and achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.
Read MoreMay is the month we celebrate the contributions, culture and resilience of Canada’s Jewish community. Here are some resources for those looking to mark the occasion!
Read MoreIn 2002, the Government of Canada designated May as Asian Heritage Month. Click through for ways to celebrate the culture and contributions of Canadians of Asian origin.
Read MoreFebruary is Black History Month in Canada, a time to mark the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present. For the BC Alliance, that means celebrating notable figures in BC’s cultural history, as well as honouring the Black members of our artistic communities.
Read MoreA new report draws on 2016 census data to detail the income inequalities faced by racialized Canadians.
Read MoreOn November 28, Anvil Centre in New Westminster is offering a performance and a professional development workshop to develop understanding of the unique barriers facing women of colour in achieving equity in Canada.
Read MoreThe Cultural Human Resources Council is asking for survey responses on your concerns, needs and ideas about how to support organizations in conducting investigations in response to cases of workplace harassment.
Read MoreDidn’t get to attend the Exploring Diversity panel discussion on October 22? Watch the video to catch up on the conversation!
Read MoreJoin us on October 22 at The Reach Gallery Museum in Abbotsford as five panelists navigate through a conversation of arts as an all-encompassing field of work that can shed light on experiences of diversity.
Read MoreThe Cultural Human Resources Council is soliciting expressions of interest from qualified consultants in developing a reporting mechanism for harassment in arts workplaces in Canada. Submit your proposal by August 21.
Read MoreThe BC Arts Council has posted a Request for Proposals for contracting with an Equity Consultant to support the implementation of New Foundations: Strategic Plan for the British Columbia Arts Council, specifically focused on the strategic direction of Equity, Diversity, and Access. The deadline for responses is July 22.
Read MoreRespectful Workplaces in the Arts has issued a Canadian Code of Conduct for the Performing Arts, a series of guidelines to create “safer, more inclusive, respectful workplaces where artists can thrive, free from all forms of harassment, including sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence.”
Read MoreAustralian artists Spence Messih and Archie Barry have compiled a free resource titled Clear Expectations, to help arts and culture organizations better understand best practices around working with trans, non-binary, and gender diverse artists.
Read MoreAs the NAC indigenous Theatre announces its inaugural season, take the time to sign a petition circulated by the Indigenous Performing Arts Alliance emphasizing the importance of Indigenous voices and stories.
Read MoreEleanor Stacey of The Civic Theatre recently penned a letter to the BC Arts Council expressing support for a robust approach to equity, diversity and inclusion. Click through to see what our colleagues around the province are doing to advocate for equity in the arts.
Read MoreThe BC Alliance is seeking applications for an Indigenous curator to develop and deliver the content of our annual conference in the fall of 2019. Apply by March 31!
Read MoreThe Cultural Human Resources Council has released a training video on workplace harassment in the arts for employers, including Boards of Directors of not-for-profit organizations.
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