Meet the creators championing British Columbia’s Creative Industries

Celebrating 1000xRESIST: A Vancouver-Based Studio’s Groundbreaking Game with Four Wins and Over 100 Game of the Year Honours and Nominations

It’s been an incredible year for Sunset Visitor, the Vancouver-based independent studio behind the critically acclaimed game 1000xRESIST. This innovative title has captured the hearts of gamers and critics alike, with four prestigious wins…
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Two B.C.-published Books Earn a Spot on the Canada Reads 2025 Longlist

Since its debut in 2002, Canada Reads has become Canada's most popular literary competition. Held annually each March, the event features five celebrity defenders who debate the merits of five Canadian-authored books, eliminating one title each…
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Read Local BC Bestsellers: January 2025 Picks

The Read Local BC’s Bestseller list highlights the titles of independent, B.C.-owned publishers sold in local B.C. bookstores. Discover a few of their picks for the month of January in 2025:   A Perfect Day for a Walk by Bill…
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Four B.C. Directors Make TIFF Canada’s Top Ten

Canada's Top Ten features and shorts of 2024, selected by the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and film programmers from across Canada, celebrates a diverse range of voices, perspectives, and insights. The list showcases the work of…
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Celebrating B.C.’s Golden Globe Connections

The Golden Globes will air live on Sunday, January 5, 2025, often referred to as “Hollywood’s Party of the Year,” the Golden Globes is one of the largest awards shows in the world, celebrating the best in both film and television. Below…
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B.C. Creative Industries Year in Review 2024

After a year marked by headline-making moments, we reflect on the standout stories from the creative industries. From exciting new initiatives to inspiring success stories, here are some of the key highlights across…
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#PlayBC Games this Holiday Season

Celebrate the holidays with a journey through B.C.'s thriving gaming community. Whether you are a longtime player or searching for a great gift for a gamer, discover our handpicked selection, from beloved titles to undiscovered gems. Fresh…
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Norman Yi Li wins the 2024 Screen BC Short Film Award for ADVERSE POSSESSION 

An industry-building initiative of Screen BC, Creative BC, Warner Bros. Discovery Access Canada and the Whistler Film Festival that provides one British Columbia filmmaker with the opportunity to further develop their directing career by realizing…
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Tune into the Season: #ListenBC Holiday Music Playlist

This holiday season, immerse yourself in B.C.'s vibrant and diverse musical landscape with talented local artists who are spreading joy through their latest releases and upcoming shows.
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Read Local BC Bestsellers: December 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 December: Never Boring: The Up and Down History of the…
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Get into the Holiday Spirit with these #WatchBC Films

Did you know that B.C. is the third-largest motion picture production hub in North America, right after Los Angeles and New York? Each year, hundreds of movies and TV shows are made here, including some heartwarming holiday films! The…
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Netflix’s “Virgin River”: A Small Town Story with a Big Economic Impact – $44.4 Million Spent on Season Five in B.C.

Netflix’s “Virgin River” not only captivates audiences worldwide but also makes a significant impact in British Columbia. From set decorators to sound editors, costume designers and more, the production spent $29.3 million on…
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