The Vancouver Queer Film Festival (VQFF) is one of British Columbia’s most anticipated annual film events. It offers audiences the chance to discover queer stories from around the world and participate in community gatherings and industry events—including panels, workshops, parties, and special showcases of 2SLGBTQIA+ talent. VQFF is one of Out On Screen’s two core […]
Silverstring Media is a queer-led, critically acclaimed game studio and narrative design firm known for crafting hopeful, imperfect worlds and filling digital spaces with love and cosmic awe. Headquartered in Vancouver, B.C., the studio operates with a distributed team of talented individuals across Canada. Each member brings a distinct voice and valuable perspective, contributing to […]
The Western Canadian Music Awards (WCMA) honours outstanding artistic and industry achievements in Western Canada. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of WCMA, Canada’s premier music industry gathering. 2025 Winners will be announced September 24-28 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Congratulations to nominees from B.C.’s music and sound recording industry! View the full list of nominated individuals […]
June is Pride Month in British Columbia and beyond! This month is a time to celebrate sexual and gender diversity, promote dignity, equal rights, self-affirmation, and raise awareness of systemic challenges faced by the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. The creative industries honour and celebrate Pride Month to amplify the voices, strength, and representation of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across […]
June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day and in June we observe National Indigenous History Month. It is a vital time for reflection on our collective past for all who live and work on the Indigenous lands now known as Canada, and, more locally, on the unceded traditional territories of First Nations across what is […]
From May 27–30, the global tech spotlight will shine on Vancouver as the city hosts Web Summit Vancouver – the first-ever North American edition of the Web Summit series. Known for organizing large-scale technology events in Lisbon, Rio de Janeiro, and Doha, Web Summit’s debut in Vancouver is set to be a landmark moment for […]
Vancouver-based publisher Arsenal Pulp Press is renowned for amplifying diverse voices and pushing the boundaries of contemporary literature. With over 400 titles currently in print, Arsenal Pulp publishes between 15 and 20 new titles per year, as well an average of 25 to 30 reprints. From literary fiction, nonfiction and poetry, books on social issues, […]
On May 21st, we observe National Magazine Day, a day to honour the enduring impact of magazines on culture, journalism, and storytelling. It serves as a reminder of the rich history and continued relevance of print media in an increasingly digital world. Magazines have played a pivotal role in shaping public discourse, influencing trends, and […]
On May 1st, 2025, the National Media Awards Foundation (NMAF), dedicated to acknowledging, fostering, and championing excellence in Canadian print and digital content creation, announced the nominees of the 48th annual National Magazine Awards. With careful consideration from the volunteer judges, 11 magazines from British Columbia received 14 nominations. Winners will be announced at an […]
Founded in 1946 and held annually in Cannes, France, The Cannes Film Festival is the most prestigious film festival in the world. Now in its 78th edition, the festival will be held from May 14 to May 24. The festival has a significant Canadian presence this year, featuring B.C. panelists, delegates, films, and recognition for […]