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

Over $7,000 for Emerging Dance Artists Through Two Dance Awards

Over $7,000 for Emerging Dance Artists Through Two Dance Awards

Dance Victoria will award $7,175 for emerging dance artists wishing to study at recognized institutions outside of Canada. Applications are open for two awards from March 1, 2022 to April 15, 2022, 11:59 pm PDT.

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British Columbia Arts Council Announces Action Plan for 2022—2024

British Columbia Arts Council Announces Action Plan for 2022—2024

On April 8th, 2022, the BC Arts Council announced its Extending Foundations: Action Plan 2022—2024. The plan focuses on reconciliation, equity, diversity, inclusion and access. The BC Alliance for Arts + Culture team will work together to address the needs of the community arising from these recently announced changes.

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Disability Alliance BC Seeks Proposals for Accessibility Projects

Disability Alliance BC Seeks Proposals for Accessibility Projects

Disability Alliance BC has announced a Call for Proposals for projects that promote greater accessibility and inclusivity for people with disabilities in BC communities. Apply by October 2.

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The Latest Results from Our Everyday Creativity Study

The BC Alliance for Arts + Culture and Nanos Research distributed a general population survey to more than 500 adult residents of British Columbia, focused on the role of creativity in their lives before and after the pandemic. The results underscore the importance of making creativity accessible.

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Discoverability for Creative Content

Discoverability for Creative Content

On November 25, the BC Alliance hosted a workshop on Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for artists and arts organizations, with a focus on reaching artists and audiences with disabilities. Presenter Barb Taylor has shared an in-depth guide on SEO, accessibility best practices, and other rapidly growing technologies like artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT).

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Try a New Solution for Remote Performances

Try a New Solution for Remote Performances

On Monday, April 6, at 10:00 a.m., join us for a live demonstration of weshowup, and learn how to attract new audience for events in an equitable and inclusive way.

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Prince George's Two Rivers Gallery to Offer Admission by Donation All Year

“Everyone should have a chance to take part in cultural activities,” says executive director Carolyn Holmes. “We have removed financial barriers to encourage people to pay what they can.”

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Watch "Exploring Diversity: A Dialogue on Culture, Ethnicity & Identity Through the Arts"

Watch "Exploring Diversity: A Dialogue on Culture, Ethnicity & Identity Through the Arts"

Didn’t get to attend the Exploring Diversity panel discussion on October 22? Watch the video to catch up on the conversation!

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BC Government Seeks Feedback to Develop Accessibility Legislation

Province-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.

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Vancouver Opera to Host Panel Talk on Relaxed Performances

On May 2, Vancouver Opera hosts a relaxed performance of Rossini’s La Cenerentola, followed by a free panel discussion on the purposes and practices behind relaxed performance.

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