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 yourself in a diverse array of stories, from captivating dramas to groundbreaking documentaries, all while basking in […]
B.C.’s Bahram Javahery’s Hand-Carved Clay Animation: Two Apples, Screening at VIFF
When a young woman leaves her homeland in search of a better future, she brings with her a single memento from her past: a ripe apple studded with fragrant cloves. But just as her new life is beginning to unfold, tragedy strikes, calling her home. In Kurdish culture, Sêva mêxekrêj, or the clove apple, is more than […]
Back to School with Principl(ed) Magazine
Principl(ed) is the B.C. Principals’ and Vice’ Principals Association‘s (BCPVPA) member magazine that shares the stories of B.C.’s educational ecosystem. The BCPVPA is a voluntary professional association representing school leaders employed as Principals and Vice-Principals in BC’s public education system. They provide members with the professional services and supports they need to provide exemplary leadership in […]
Bones of Crows Mini-Series Debuts on CBC
CBC’s Bones of Crows Mini-Series is a five-part hour-long drama, told through the eyes of Cree Matriarch Aline Spears, as she survives Canada’s residential school system to continue her family’s generational fight in the face of systemic starvation, racism, and sexual abuse. The series is an expanded story from the feature film version; a truly […]
B.C.’s Nightwood Editions included on 2023 Scotiabank Giller Prize Longlist
Twelve outstanding Canadian authors have been named to the 2023 Scotiabank Giller Prize longlist. Kicking off the 30th anniversary of the Scotiabank Giller Prize, 2022’s winner Suzette Mayr, announced the longlist in St. John’s, NFLD to a crowd of book lovers, authors, and publishers. The 12 titles were chosen from 145 books submitted by publishers across […]
Dr. Tammara Soma explores the healing power of food in new documentary
Food can teach us love and bring people together, it connects our identities and cultures. But for Dr. Tammara Soma, a food professor at Simon Fraser University, food was originally a source of pain. Join her journey to learn about the healing power of food in her documentary Food is My Teacher, airing on CBC […]
The CMPA announces participants for 2023/2024 mentorship programs
The Canadian Media Producers Association on September 5, 2023 announced the 40 mentees selected for participation in its 2023/2024 CMPA mentorship programs. The CMPA’s diverse mentorship programs have served as a launching pad for the next class of Canadian media producers for more than 25 years Selected mentees will participate in 20- or 40-week placements, […]
September is B.C. Disability Employment Month
Every September, B.C. Disability Employment Month highlights the significant role people with disabilities play in B.C.’s workforce. Throughout the month, WorkBC offers resources employers can use to learn about reducing barriers to inclusion. And people with disabilities can discover supportive services to help build their careers. Creative Industry Resources for employees and employers: […]
Unleash Your Imagination: Science World Debuts Creative Technology Gallery
Starting September 18, 2023 a new Creative Technology Gallery will spark the realm of imagination at Science World’s iconic dome. This thought-provoking new gallery is co-presented by Beedie and RBC, supported by Pacific Economic Development Canada and developed with the participation of Creative BC and the British Columbia Arts Council. Feel a sense of wonder […]