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Read Local BC Bestseller: June Picks

The Read Local BC’s Bestseller list highlights the titles of independent, B.C.-owned publishers sold in independent B.C. bookstores. Discover a few of their picks for the month of June: Aaron Williams, The Last Logging Show A third-generation British Columbia logger returns to the forests of Haida Gwaii, to witness a way of life in the grip […]

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B.C.’s Creative Tech Sector Collaboration Receives CASCADE Accolades

Science World’s Creative Technology Gallery was honoured with a CASCADE award by the Canadian Association of Science Centres (CASC). This inspiring exhibit 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. Created in partnership with DigiBC, the Creative Technology […]

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Four B.C. Productions Renewed by CBC | #WatchBC

CBC Live Action has announced its roster of shows for 2024/25. “Our wide-ranging slate of original Canadian programming for the coming year embodies our promise to reflect more people, places and perspectives from across the country in new ways… As Canada’s storyteller, we are continuing to step up and stand apart from other media choices […]

#WatchBC: Not Your Butter Chicken

Not Your Butter Chicken, a new four-part TELUS original series on TELUS Optik TV channel 8, Stream+ and watch.telusoriginals.com  is now available to audiences in B.C. and Alberta. Award-winning filmmakers Priyanka Desai and Joanna Wong teamed up to create the docu-series that celebrates the untold stories of South Asians in Western Canada through the eyes of […]

Read Local BC Bestsellers: May Picks

The Read Local BC’s Bestseller list highlights the titles of independent, B.C.-owned publishers sold in independent B.C. bookstores. Discover a few of their picks for the month of May: Wade Davis, Beneath The Surface of Things Wade Davis brings his unique cultural perspective to topics such as the demonization of coca, the sacred plant of the […]

#ListenBC: Discover Your New Favourite Local Artists

Discover a collection of new releases from artists based in British Columbia, Canada on the Amplify BC #ListenBC Spotify playlist. This eclectic playlist highlights the diverse talent throughout our province. These musicians have received support from Amplify BC. This playlist is regularly updated and a few recent additions include:   Heart Attack by Ryan Gazzola […]

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#WatchBC Sundar Prize Film Festival 2024 Winners

The Sundar Prize Film Festival aims to recognize and showcase films that use impactful and informative storytelling to raise awareness and inspire action on critical social causes and issues. The festival’s goal is to celebrate filmmakers who are committed to creating positive social impact and promoting empathy, understanding, and social justice. The theme of the […]

READ LOCAL BC BESTSELLERS: APRIL PICKS

The Read Local BC’s Bestseller list highlights the titles of independent, B.C.-owned publishers sold in independent B.C. bookstores. Discover a few of their picks for the month of April: Marion Mckinnon Crook, Always on Call In the long-awaited sequel to Always Pack a Candle, intrepid public health nurse Marion Crook juggles marriage, children, and a vast […]

Kelowna to Showcase Canadian Country Music this Fall

Kelowna, British Columbia, named as the host city for Country Music Week 2025 and the 2025 CCMA Awards presented by TD Known for its breathtaking landscapes and year-round activities, Kelowna promises an exceptional backdrop for celebrating Canada’s top country music talent in September 2025. This marks the third time Country Music Week will be hosted […]