Meet the creators championing British Columbia’s Creative Industries

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Jade Music Fest 2023: Elevating Chinese-Language Music in Canada and Beyond

The Jade Music Fest returns to Vancouver for its second year, promising an extraordinary celebration of music and culture.
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B.C. Artists Celebrated at BreakOut West in Kelowna

Organized by the Western Canadian Music Alliance, BreakOut West is a yearly music gathering comprised of an immersive music development conference, music festival and award ceremonies. The 2023 edition of the BreakOut West Festival took place from October 11 to 15 in Kelowna.
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B.C. Book Profile: Okanagan Eats

Discover the culinary treasures of the Okanagan Valley in "Okanagan Eats: Signature Chefs' Recipes from British Columbia's Wine Valleys" by Dawn Postnikoff and Joanne Sasvari.
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Reel Green™ Celebrates Waste Reduction Week: Paving the Way for a Greener Motion Picture Industry

Waste Reduction Week, taking place from October 16th to 22nd, marks a dedicated time for individuals and organizations to reflect on their environmental impact and find innovative ways to reduce waste.
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Scotiabank Giller Prize Unveils its 2023 Shortlist

On October 11, the Scotiabank Giller Prize unveiled its 2023 shortlist, marking the 30th anniversary of the renowned literary award. 
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Advancing Sustainability in Entertainment: The Sustainable Production Forum (SPF)

The Sustainable Production Forum (SPF) is a global conference that shines a spotlight on accelerating sustainability in the motion picture industry.
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Whistler Film Festival Unveils First Titles in 2023 Lineup, Spotlighting B.C. Talent

The Whistler Film Festival (WFF) has announced the first Canadian titles in its 2023 lineup, with five films from British Columbia-based directors including three world premieres:
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B.C. Film Celebrated at VIFF

Congratulations to Director Jules Arita Koostachin and the team behind WaaPaKe for winning Best BC Film at the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) last night.
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Immerse in B.C.’s Creative Technology at Signals 2023

What if AI could tell us stories that change the way we see ourselves and the world? What is ethical and equitable AI? How can we learn to reconnect with the earth and water that sustains us? What if we could play with the past and the future…
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Honouring Truth and Reconciliation Day 2023

We honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, each year on September 30th. The day honours the children who never returned home and survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities.…
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2023 BC and Yukon Book Prize Winners Announced

The West Coast Book Society has announced the winners for the 2023 B.C. and Yukon Book Prizes.
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#WatchBC at the Vancouver International Film Festival 2023

The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) returns September 28 - October 8, 2023 for its annual event celebrating the art of filmmaking with a thoughtfully curated selection of films, many of which are proudly crafted in B.C. Immerse…
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