Meeting Alex Sangha: film producer and founder of Sher Vancouver

Alex Sangha is a social worker, counselor, documentary film producer, and the Founder of Sher Vancouver, a registered charity for LGBTQ+ South Asians and their friends, families, and allies. Everyone is welcome. Alex received the Meritorious…

AccessAbility Week is May 28 – June 3, 2023

May 28 - June 3, 2023 is National AccessAbility Week, an opportunity to celebrate the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities; highlight the work of people, organizations and communities that are removing barriers;…

Resources for Mental Health Awareness Month and After

Observed and recognized since 1949, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. During this month Canadians are encouraged to expand their knowledge about mental illnesses and how they affect peoples' live differently. Below is a list of resources…

Komagata Maru Day of Remembrance

May 23, 2023 marks the 109th anniversary of the Komagata Maru incident, and today we recognize and honour the great contributions of the Sikh, Muslim, and Hindu communities to British Columbia's creative industries and beyond. British Columbians…

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

May 17, 2023 - The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia was created in 2004 to draw attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex people, and all of those with…
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GEMS Selects Four B.C. Productions for Genre Lab Film Program  

Gender Equity in Media Society recently announced the winners of the Genre Film Lab accelerator program, with four out of five productions being B.C.-based: AISHA, OUR BLOOD IS THICKER THAN WATER, ALLIGATOR, and MT. ASHA. The Genre Film Lab…
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Update: 2023 Canadian Game Awards Nominees and Winners

The Canadian Game Awards (CGA) and Canadian Indie Game Awards (CIGA) returned in 2023 celebrating the many games created in B.C. and beyond. The awards highlight the contributions of the growing Canadian Gaming industry celebrating Canada’s…
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MagsBC Seeking Member Magazines for Local Theatrical Venues

With traditional newsstand spaces shrinking or disappearing altogether, MagsBC is launching a trial to display and sell member magazines in non-traditional spaces. For this pilot project they are exploring partnerships with theatres and other…
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Netflix’s “Island of the Sea Wolves” Makes Waves with 7 Emmy Nominations!

Netflix's "Island of the Sea Wolves", co-produced by B.C.'s River Road Films and Wild Space Productions of the U.K. has been nominated for seven Daytime Emmy awards. Read the full article on Victoria Buzz:     Netflix's…
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The Association of Book Publishers of BC Unveils Its New Brand and Operating Name, Books BC

The Association of Book Publishers of BC, the industry association supporting B.C.-owned and controlled publishing companies, has unveiled a new brand and operational name, Books BC. The updated name and logo will serve for stronger communication…