BreakOut West 2024’s first wave of artists have been announced, and early bird tickets are now available. Occurring in Saskatoon for the first time, from September 26 – 29, 2024, this multi-genre festival of musical discovery boasts 50+ artists from Western Canada alongside international acts from across the globe. This event has been supported by […]
Join Music BC at POP Montreal for a free mingler on Thursday, September 26th from 5pm to 7pm at Ursa ahead of the B.C. showcase at POP Montreal. This mingler is a free networking event open to all with a DJ set from Janette King.
Signals is an interactive and immersive expo showcasing bold and innovative storytelling in video games, XR, virtual production, and AI—all with a focus on world-class Canadian and Indigenous works. Inspiring, transformative, immersive works that will change the way you see the future. Signals represents both a compelling experience for audiences, and a unique opportunity for […]
The BC Book & Yukon Prizes, established in 1985, celebrate the achievements of British Columbia and Yukon writers and publishers. The prizes, as well as the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Literary Excellence, are presented annually at the Lieutenant Governor’s BC Book Prize Gala in April.
This fall, the Black Screen Office (BSO) is hitting the road for a national tour, bringing together Black producers and creatives from across Canada. We’re hosting a series of intimate roundtables, coinciding with the 2024 fall festivals, where we want to hear from you, share insights, and discuss how we can work together to amplify […]
Are you part of a company or organization in the creative industries that is ready to export, or new to exporting and looking to break into international markets? Find out […]
Music BC presents: The 2024 ARC Program Showcases, October 2nd to 4th at Red Gate Arts Society in Vancouver. After a summer of intensive industry training (The Clinic) and honing the craft of creative collaboration (The Retreat), the ARC Program cohort is ready to light up the stage! Come and enjoy three nights of eclectic music by 15 […]
Supported by Creative BC and presented by Canadian Media Producers Association, this ‘Adapting Local IP’ panel will explore how and why they optioned and adapted the award-winning book series from B.C.-based writer L. R. Wright, and the process leading up to the highly anticipated television series, premiering September 24 on Global in Canada and FOX […]
Taking place from October 4 – 6, 2024, in Port Coquitlam, B.C., the Vancouver International Music Business Conference (VIMBC) brings together artists, industry professionals, and music lovers from all over the world in an intimate, collaborative, and industry-focused setting. Confirmed panelists include Doug Cox, Brian Howes, Bill Henderson, Ed Henderson, Tom McKillip, Bob D’eith, Tarek Elnewick, Angela Kelman, […]
Two-time Oscar-winning composer and songwriter A.R. Rahman will join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) for An Evening with A.R. Rahman: Stories and Music from His Career. The international superstar will provide a keynote and performance with the VSO at the Orpheum, with music spanning his legendary career composing for […]
Join us for an evening of networking with an opportunity for music industry professionals to connect, collaborate and most importantly, build relationships within the community. Kick off the night with a performance from artist member Dale Ziech, showcasing his original songs and possibly some of his Dylan projects! Let’s celebrate the incredible music scene together while […]
SPF24 returns with a global hybrid conference focused on accelerating decarbonization and sustainability in content creation. With events both online and in cities worldwide, SPF24-Vancouver will spotlight BC industry-specific knowledge sharing through keynotes, panels, workshops, and networking receptions. Join the SPF24 for an in-depth exploration of sustainable practices in the media sector and connect with […]