The Equity and Emerging Development Program supports emerging and/or equity seeking B.C. filmmakers. Creators can receive a grant of up to $10,000 to put towards a team collaboration on research, a concept or a script.

Apply by May 10. Learn more: ow.ly/Ea9650R76ee #BCFilm

The Cannes XR Development Showcase takes place this month and is curated in association with Kaleidoscope to present the leading latest virtual and augmented reality.

Discover more: creativebc.com/calendar/canne…

Public Disco After Dark is back with a special ALL VINYL edition of the new club series at The Birdhouse on May 5. They’re bringing their favourite vinyl record selectors together for an evening of rare cuts & classics under the mirror ball.

Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/publi…

Producing for the Planet, a coalition of Canadian independent media producers who are committing to act on climate change have launched an action guide to empower producers to be a leading force for positive environmental change.

Discover more here: creativebc.com/2024/04/produc…

Start your cinematic journey with the STORYHIVE Scripted Edition! Unlock $20,000 in production funding, training and professional mentorship (in partnership with National Screen Institute - Canada) to bring your vision to life.

No experience is required. Apply by May 21 at STORYHIVE.com/apply!

#DOXA starts today! DOXA Festival is Western Canada’s largest documentary film festival & returns to present the 23rd edition, screening in theatrical venues across the city.

Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/doxa-…

Northern FanCon starts tomorrow in #PrinceGeorge ! This annual convention hosts celebrities, people in film, books, animation, entertainment & more. They aspire to promote opportunities for anyone interested in pop culture to celebrate fandoms.

Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/north…

Our arts & culture partner, BC Arts Council offers programs that serve creative industries such as the Project Assistance: Professional Arts Festivals grant program. This program supports festivals' artistic programming.

Apply by May 23. Learn more: creativebc.com/2024/04/bc-art…

Announcing “Hear and Now”, the first-ever Economic Impact Assessment of the live music sector in Canada. Live music workers, we need your input!

Survey: bit.ly/HearAndNow2024

#HearAndNow #BringingArtstoLife #ONCreates #CreativeBC
Canada Council for the Arts Ontario Creates @CreativeBCs

Known for its breathtaking landscapes & year-round activities, Kelowna promises an exceptional backdrop for celebrating Canada’s top country music talent in September 2025. This is the third time Country Music Week will be hosted in B.C.

Learn more: bccreates.com/kelowna-to-sho…

May is #AsianHeritageMonth . Asian Heritage Month is an opportunity for us to learn more about the diverse culture & history of Asian communities in Canada, as well as to acknowledge the many contributions of people of Asian origin in Canada.

Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/asian…

The #CreativeEquityRoadmap is a resource developed as an industry-focused support to increase cultural competence and practices within the #motionpicture and #creativeindustries .

Discover #diversity and #inclusion resources: ow.ly/ahbN50LUcYB #BCFilm

On May 8, The Association of Book Publishers of BC is organizing a day of in-person learning & connection at SFU Harbour Centre, Vancouver. There will be a diverse mix of professional development sessions, a publishing roundtable & networking opportunities.

Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/bc-bo… #BCBooks

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 April: bccreates.com/read-local-bc-… #BCBooks #ReadBC

Today is International #JazzDay !

International Jazz Day brings together communities, schools, artists, historians, academics & jazz enthusiasts all over the world to celebrate jazz & its roots.

Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/inter… #ListenBC

Evolving technologies are prompting accelerated changes in the creative & performing industries. Canadian Live Music Association’s virtual Tech Live workshops in April & May 2024 will explore these changes & their implications in detail.

Learn more: creativebc.com/2024/04/new-ca… #ListenBC #BCMusic

Hot Docs Deal Maker is a one-on-one pitch meeting program for producers seeking financing and distribution from the international marketplace. The most compelling projects were pre-selected for these valuable meetings.

Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/hot-d…

INTAKE 1 CLOSING TOMORROW: The Domestic Industry Initiatives Program provides funding to a wide range of initiatives engaging B.C.’s creative industries sector.

Applicants with projects between now & July 31 are encouraged to apply during Intake 1: creativebc.com/funding-progra…

How do you think Canadian Screen Industries are doing with 2SLGBTQIA+ representation? You are invited to participate in a survey to share your thoughts on the Canadian Screen-Based Industries.

The deadline is April 30. Learn more: eds.ca.matchbox.maruhub.com/survey/enter/s… #BCFilm #WatchBC

#ListenBC and discover your new favourite artists and songs! This playlist features a collection of musicians from across British Columbia.

Learn more: open.spotify.com/playlist/5W1RU… #AmplifyBC #BCMusic