Pride Month is a movement that celebrates sexual diversity, promoting the dignity, equal rights, self-affirmation and is a way of increasing society’s awareness of the issues faced by the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
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9 events,June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Find listings for events happening throughout the month, and creative sector resources from BC Creates. The 22nd annual Talking Stick Festival 2023: Summer Reverb kicks off on June 1. The Festival’s theme, “Summer Reverb” brings together the idea of amplified sound and amplified voices in musical performances, similar to the star and water ripples reverberating outwards. The Talking Stick Festival celebrates diversity and inclusivity, welcoming Two-Spirit and Indigiqueer Artists, and […] Celebrating its 19th year, the Gender Equity in Media Festival (GEMFest), previously known as the Vancouver International Women in Film Festival (VIWFF), presents a captivating array of short and feature-length films. These films, spanning various genres such as narrative, documentary, experimental, and animation, are crafted by both established and emerging women and gender-diverse filmmakers hailing […] June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Each year, we honour National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day. June is an essential time of reflection for those living and working on the Indigenous lands now known […] Pride Month is a movement that celebrates sexual diversity, promoting the dignity, equal rights, self-affirmation and is a way of increasing society’s awareness of the issues faced by the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Watch this space for Pride Month events across British Columbia. The Vancouver International Jazz Festival is held in multiple locations across the beautiful city of Vancouver. Framed by mountains and the ocean, this idyllic location is the perfect place to get your musical fix. This year will be the 38th year of the Festival that has featured thousands of artists in free and ticketed shows […] Campbell Bay Music Fest is a small music festival held in a beautiful waterfront setting on S??A? / Mayne Island in BC’s Gulf Islands. They present emerging artists in a diverse array of genres, and have a simple mission – bringing musicians and music lovers together for a really, really good time. They believe in […] The Victoria Ska Festival aka Ska Fest is a music festival that takes place every summer in Victoria British Columbia, Canada. The festival is organized and executed by the Victoria BC Ska Society, a non-profit organization, and over 200 volunteers. It is the longest running ska festival in North America. LEARN MORE | 9 events,On June 27, Canadian Multiculturalism Day honours the many cultural communities that help build a strong and vibrant Canadian society. Take this opportunity to celebrate the cultural diversity that enriches us collectively and reaffirm your commitment to equity, inclusion, and mutual respect. – In celebration of TELUS STORYHIVE’s 10 Year Anniversary, this June’s Content Creator Chat will welcome alumni from various STORYHIVE programs and special guests as they reflect and rejoice on the past, present and future of STORYHIVE. In this chat, the conversation focuses on celebrating 10 Years of STORYHIVE and the top lessons that funded STORYHIVERs have […] | 9 events, Featured – Featured About this event Reel Green™’s Sustainable Production Training offers free online training for the motion picture industry. Learn how motion picture production contributes to climate change and how to adopt best practices to reduce the environmental impact of production. This course offers a unique, engaging and solutions-based training session offering attendees the information and inspiration […] | 8 events, – Read Local BC is back with this fine line-up of writers. Join them Thursday, June 29th at 7pm for a free virtual event with readings by Taslim Jaffer, Frances Peck, Margie Taylor, Farida Somjee, and Kevin Chong. | 8 events, | 8 events, | |
2 events,From July 6 – 16, 2023, join Vancouver’s own Indian Summer Festival for an extraordinary journey into the realms of inter/dependence. Prepare to experience a distilled, powerful lineup of ten unforgettable events that will challenge the very notion of individual autonomy. Step away from the fiction of Euromodernity, and embrace the wisdom of ancient cultures, […] | 3 events,Famous throughout the world, Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ) is the most important outdoor music festival in Canada. The 13th Annual Indian Summer Festival will take place from July 6-16th in Vancouver. In 2023 the distilled, powerful, ten-event lineup will speak to the theme of ‘inter/dependence’’. The idea of the individual human being as a distinct, autonomous, and self-determined unit is a fiction created by Euromodernity. Rather, Ancient Cultures have long understood that […] | 4 events,Bass Coast is held on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Nlaka’pamux and Syilx people. LEARN MORE | 5 events, – Diversity in Games is excited to present a virtual event – Networking How-To’s in a Safe Space! Join Diversity in Games on Zoom for a casual and fun workshop, to learn about Networking! From how to approach someone to proper etiquette when reaching out, this event aims to prepare attendees by not only guiding, but […] | |||
5 events,THE ULTIMATE FILMMAKER BATTLE OF THE BANDS What is Run N Gun? Run N Gun is Vancouver’s wildest filmmaking competition. Established in 2015, Run N Gun is back with a vengeance. Over 450 films have been created through Run N Gun, and it has become the biggest filmmaking event Vancouver has to offer! THE NEXT […] | 5 events,The Career Development program supports the economic growth and career development of emerging and established B.C. artists in the areas of sound recording, marketing, and music videos. The Career Development program opens for applications on July 19, 2023. The deadline for the Career Development program is September 6, 2023, at 11:59 pm, PT. Creative BC […] | 6 events,A 46th annual festival is happening! The Vancouver Folk Music Festival is a Canadian cultural institution. It is a unique community-based celebration internationally renowned for presenting the finest traditional and contemporary folk and roots music from around the world taking place at Jericho Beach Park on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples – […] Dates: The festival runs on the 3rd weekend of July, starting on the Friday evening and finishing up early evening on Sunday. Parking: There is a user-regulated parking lot at the festival grounds and ample more parking along the highway. Watch for barriers that allow artist parking behind the stage. Transportation: Please be advised that […] | 7 events, – This year’s SUMMERVILLE Music Festival will feature world renowned IGLESIAS from the UK and 3 of Vancouver’s top local talents, Sivz, Rustek and Tapster. From Deep House to Tech House, Immerse yourself in an unforgettable Summer’s day of pulsating beats, electrifying energy. Event Highlights Epic DJ Line-up Vancouver’s Largest Turf Dance Floor Fully Licensed Outdoor […] | |||
2 events, – PVP Pitch Circuit events are an excellent opportunity to connect with other game devs and receive valuable feedback from industry experts in a fun, casual, and friendly mood! The panelists and audience help you practice your pitch to veteran game developers, get lightning-fast and insightful feedback on the spot, and connect with other developers online […] | 2 events,The Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival celebrates live jazz music and visual arts in the beautiful and quaint setting of Fort Langley, British Columbia. | 3 events,Shambhala Music Festival is an annual electronic music festival held during the last week of July at the Salmo River Ranch, a 500-acre farm, in the West Kootenay mountains near Nelson, British Columbia. | 4 events,Set under the big skies Sea to Sky country below the mighty Stawamus Chief, Squamish’s vast untouched landscapes and stunning vistas come together to create unforgettable memories.The Squamish Constellation Festival is a true community event, welcoming and celebrating all ages, cultures and genders. LEARN MORE | |||
3 events,Frontières is an international co-production market and networking platform specifically focused on genre film financing and co-production between Europe and North America. Featured – Featured About this event Reel Green™’s Sustainable Production Training offers free online training for the motion picture industry. Learn how motion picture production contributes to climate change and how to adopt best practices to reduce the environmental impact of production. This course offers a unique, engaging and solutions-based training session offering attendees the information and inspiration […] | 3 events,Inspired by Christine de Pizan (1364-ca.1430) – the revolutionary writer who questioned the centuries-old treatment of women and their prescribed place and role in society, this year’s Festival theme WOMENinSIGHT, explores the impact and the role of women throughout history via a musical lens. Discovery is at the heart of the Festival – ranging from cloistered […] | 4 events,EXNW IS THE FUTURE OF RACIALIZED GLOBAL STORYTELLING AND ENTERTAINMENT ACROSS ALL CONTINENTS. Hosted annually in Vancouver, British Columbia, this momentous event will primarily focus on new pathways, platforms and channels for empowering racialized content creators to connect with industry leaders and their global audience. Through these intersections, new systems can be created within our […] | ||||
4 events,On March 24, 2021, the House of Commons voted unanimously to officially designate August 1 Emancipation Day. It marks the actual day in 1834 that the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire. Canadians are not always aware that Black and Indigenous Peoples were once enslaved on the land that is now […] Celebrities Nightclub’s annual pride festival. 6 nights of programming in collaboration with the LGBTQ+ community featuring drag shows, contests, live performances, DJ sets and more. Almost entirely local partners and talent. Learn more | 5 events, – The Career Development program supports the economic growth and career development of emerging and established B.C. artists in the areas of sound recording, marketing, and music videos. The Career Development program opens for applications on July 19, 2023. The deadline for the Career Development program is September 6, 2023, at 11:59 pm, PT. Creative BC […] | 7 events,NEW MURALS ACROSS METRO VANCOUVER // POP-UP EVENTS // MOUNT PLEASANT STREET PARTY & MORE Vancouver Mural Festival is an annual outdoor celebration of public art designed to connect, reflect and celebrate our diverse communities through art and live events. Explore the creative side of Vancouver’s great outdoors and discover your new favourite murals, artists, […] Set amongst the stately trees and gardens of the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park in Comox, BC, the Filberg Festival is truly a unique event. Festival attendees enjoy art, music and nature surrounded by beautiful gardens, heritage buildings and magnificent views of Comox Harbour and the Beaufort Range. The Filberg Festival is set to take […] Celebrate Pride 2023 at The Birdhouse! Friday, August 4th LATE NIGHT SNACK PRIDE + MAN UP: GENDER DELIRIUM @manupvancouver Saturday, August 5th LE HANGOVER: PARKING LOT PARTY + RYHTYM OF THE NIGHT @rhythm.ofthenight Sunday, August 6th RICECAKE: SPLASH @ricecake.events + LEVEL UP PRIDE @level_up.yvr Learn more | 11 events,SIGGRAPH is an annual conference on computer graphics and interactive techniques organized by the ACM SIGGRAPH LEARN MORE Flygirl Pride can’t wait to welcome you back to Chicas, Sun Aug 6, 4pm-9pm at Sheraton Wall Centre, 1000 Burrard St., Vancouver, and afterparty, Hershe Bar, Sun Aug 6, 9pm-2am at The Red Room 398 Richards St., Vancouver! Join for dancing, laughter, and the opportunity to create cherished memories together, embracing the power of inclusivity and acceptance. […] IT’S TIME TO LEVEL UP, BABES! Your favourite QTBIPOC centred hip-hop party is back for PRIDE! This is a QTIBIPOC-centered event! Folks who do not identify as Black, Indigenous or People of Colour may attend but we ask that they show up to support and celebrate their QTBIPOC friends/partners/kin and be mindful of the space […] – Timbre Concerts and Sunrise Series present the second annual HAPPYLAND Festival, a fully inclusive Pride celebration festival taking place at PNE Amphitheatre and Playland Amusement Park with the goal of […] |