Important Update to B.C.’s Motion Picture Tax Credit Programs On March 4, 2025, the Minister of Finance announced the following budget proposal to British Columbia’s Motion Picture Tax Credit Programs, subject to the approval of the legislature: Increase the Film...
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British Columbia at the 2025 Black Screen Office Symposium
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Explore China’s Booming Animation Industry – Live Webinar
The Canada Trade Commissioner Service is hosting a webinar to help Canadian companies understand China’s animation landscape, key market trends, and how they can get involved. Webinar attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the China International Animation...
Energy and excitement return throughout B.C. thanks to the Tourism Events Program. Apply for support before May 31, 2022!

The Honda Celebration of Lights, beloved outdoor music festivals, and interactive art shows are just some of the events people can look forward to in the coming year, with support from B.C.’s Tourism Events Program. The recurring program is now currently accepting funding applications for eligible large-scale events.
The B.C. Government is investing as much as $5 million to support events between October 2022 and September 2023. The Tourism Events Program aims to strengthen B.C.’s reputation as a top tourism destination, and increase tourism benefits to communities.
Applications to the Tourism Events Program will be accepted as of April 27, 2022, and the program intake will run until May 31, 2022. While historically an annual program, it was paused in spring 2020 due to pandemic restrictions and guidelines limiting gatherings. Eligible events must occur between October 1, 2022, and September 30, 2023.
To learn more, and apply, click here.
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