The BC Arts Council, our arts and culture partner, offers programs that serve various creative industries supported by Creative BC. The BCAC's Project Assistance: Professional Arts Festivals grant program supports eligible organizations and arts or curatorial...
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Victoria Music Strategy: Have Your Say
The City of Victoria's Music Strategy outlines the role of music in Victoria and a series of recommendations to grow the music sector. It identifies opportunities for the City to reinforce the uniqueness of Victoria's music scene, including talent, spaces and infrastructure. The strategy includes creating opportunities for the public to continue experiencing musical encounters and prioritizing access and support for underrepresented communities to nurture talent and share culturally diverse music practices.
MUSIC STRATEGY PRIORITIES
Based on the data analysis and engagement phases, the Music Strategy outlines five broad priority areas for the City of Victoria to implement:
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Connecting People & Spaces: Create Space for Music
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Nurture the Talent: Support Musicians & Music Organizations
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Grow the Audience: Everyday Musical Encounters
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Be Future-Ready: Music Innovation
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Creative Economy License to Create: Music Friendly Policy & Licensing
Read the Victoria Music Strategy and learn more.
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