Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport Melanie Mark has issued a letter introducing herself to the arts and culture community, and details the past, present and future of supporting the sector during the pandemic.
Read MoreThe funding, originally announced last December, will be invested into complementary programs to support artists, technicians, cultural workers, and arts groups and organizations.
Read MoreA public hearing is scheduled for by-law amendments to remove barriers for development of artist studios in industrial zones. The discussion takes place online, January 21, and members of the public are invited to give feedback.
Read MoreHere are some of the revelations from Supporting Canadians and Fighting COVID-19: Fall Economic Statement 2020, issued by the federal government November 30 — including information on wage subsidies, new funding for the live performance sector, support for radio and film, and more.
Read MoreA communication from Global Public Affairs outlines the latest in federal arts and culture news, including a pledge of $181.5 million in 2021-22 to the Department of Canadian Heritage and the Canada Council for the Arts.
Read MoreThe letter outlines the priorities and responsibilities for the new Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Sport.
Read MoreNiki Sharma assumes the new position of Secretary of Community Development and Non-Profits, and Teresa Wat takes over as Opposition Critic for Tourism, Arts and Culture.
Read MoreMelanie Mark has been named as BC’s new Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. She assumes the role from Lisa Beare, who will now serve as Minister of Citizens’ Services. In addition, Bob D’Eith has been appointed Parliamentary Secretary - Arts and Film.
Read MoreThe report includes eight recommendations around arts and culture, digital media, music, film, and public libraries.
Read MoreAs pandemic-related cuts loom, the BC Alliance will reach out to the community shortly with plans for advocacy. Click through for more information.
Read MoreThe changes to the Canada Summer Jobs program include wage subsidies, job extensions, and ability to hire staff on a part-time basis.
Read MoreOn March 18, Prime Minister Trudeau and Finance Minister Bill Morneau unveiled the federal government’s economic response plan to address the increasing and rapid financial impacts of COVID-19. In total, the announcement encompasses an $84-billion package representing 3% of Canada’s GDP.
Read MoreA new Interim Business Property Tax Relief program will allow local governments to provide immediate property tax relief for the 2020 tax year, which will apply to small businesses and non-profits, as well as arts and culture organizations.
Read MoreWhile the budget showed a decrease of $3 million to Tourism, Arts and Culture funding (bringing the total from $164 to $161m), the BC Alliance is happy to report that there will be no cuts to the budget of the BC Arts Council, despite the changing economic outlook of the province and the priorities of this government.
Read MoreThe updated letters include one to new Minister of Canadian Heritage Steven Guilbeault, detailing the particulars of the Ministry’s new mandate.
Read MoreGuilbeault, who was elected as an MP for Laurier—Sainte-Marie in 2019, is an experienced environmental advocate.
Read MoreThe BC Alliance has created an email campaign to help you influence the 2020 provincial budget by sending a letter to your MLA and other key government figures supporting arts and culture.
Read MoreProvince-wide consultations on the development of accessibility legislation will run until November 29, 2019. Click through to find out ways you can give your feedback.
Read MoreKelowna City Council has approved a new strategic direction for the development of cultural services in Kelowna, in the form of a new 2020-2025 Cultural Plan.
Read MoreVancouver City Council has approved Culture|Shift, the new 10-year cultural plan prioritizes affordable and accessible spaces, cultural equity, accessibility, reconciliation and decolonization.
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