Vancouver, B.C. (March 5, 2024) - Today, Creative BC announces the 16 projects that will receive production financing for their long form scripted feature length films, documentaries, and series projects. With grants of $27K to $180K each, this is the third round of...
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Important Message for PSTC and FIBC Applicants: Animated Productions excluded from Regional and Distant Location Tax Credits
B.C. Budget proposes an amendment to the Regional and Distant location tax credits in the B.C. Income Tax Act to exclude animated productions from eligibility. Proposed changes apply for animated productions under either the Film Incentive BC or the Production...
Apply for the 2024 Women In The Studio National Accelerator by February 27, 2024
Music Publishers Canada (MPC) is now accepting applications for our 2024 Women In The Studio National Accelerator. In its sixth year, this program will offer a series of curated production and songwriting related opportunities and networking experiences to...
REEL Earth Day Challenge – Fall 2023 Report
The 2023 #REELEarthDayChallenge brought together film crews, productions, sponsors and industry stakeholders to raise funds towards projects for Metro Vancouver Regional Parks. This year the BC film industry raised $100,000 towards 9 projects. These projects are led...
Creative BC awards $200,000 in early project development funding to 11 Indigenous B.C. filmmakers through Rogers Indigenous Film Fund
Vancouver, B.C. (February 14, 2024) - Creative BC announced today the 11 new filmmakers receiving funding through the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund (the RIFF Program). With grants of $12,500 to $20,000 each, this is the third round of Indigenous B.C. filmmakers to...
British Columbia at Berlinale 2024
British Columbia is Canada's largest, and North America's third-largest, full-service motion picture production hub. The industry is proud of its international reputation for collaboration and proven track record of providing exceptional value. B.C. offers a full...
Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival Launches Youth Concert Showcase Series: Apply by February 29, 2024
The Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival is enabling young and emerging jazz musicians to advance their skills, share their music and connect with new fans. The Festival's new Youth Concert Showcase Series! will happen every Sunday afternoon for eight weeks from May...
Musicians and Music Companies Receive $3.3M from Creative BC via Four Amplify BC Programs
More than 220 B.C. musicians and music companies are being supported by four Amplify BC programs to develop their careers and businesses.
The Province Continues Support for Fairs, Festivals & Events
Through the B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events Fund (BCFFE), the Government of B.C. is providing $15 million in one-time grants to eligible events in response to challenges the sector is facing, such as reduced revenue and sponsorships, and rising costs of equipment and services.
Reel Green™ Circular Economy Toolkit is Now Live!
A circular economy is one that minimizes waste and makes the most of available resources. In contrast to the traditional linear economy, which follows a "take, make, dispose" model, a circular economy aims to keep products, materials, and resources in use for as long...
Canadian Live Music Industry Awards return in 2024
The Canadian Live Music Industry Awards will return to Canadian Music Week in 2024. The Awards will be held on June 4, 2024, from 5 - 7 pm, at the Westin Harbour Castle’s Frontenac Ballroom. CLMA members will enjoy a 35% ticket discount. This event is co-presented by...
Creating Honest Music with JJ Adrian
Hailing from Vancouver, BC, JJ Adrian is a singer-songwriter on a mission to create honest and soulful music that resonates with listeners on a profound level. Armed with a degree in Music Business from Berklee College of Music, Adrian seamlessly navigates the...
From Grassroots to Global: 25 Years of Shambhala
2024 marks the 25th anniversary of the Shambhala Music Festival, established in 1998. In its early days, 500 people came together at the Salmo River Ranch, nestled in the Kootenays in the town of Salmo, B.C., for a party that displayed local art and music. Arising...
Upcoming Arts and Entertainment Management Program Info Sessions at Capilano University
Interested in working in the music industry? The Arts and Entertainment Management programs at Capilano University provide students with the skills, hands-on experience, and connections necessary to gain employment in the industry, start their own businesses, and/or...
Apply to Showcase at POP Montreal by April 13, 2024
POP Montreal returns September 25th - 29th, 2024, and is accepting applications for artists. For musicians and artists, fans, curators, critics, record labels and industry, POP Montreal is the North American festival that provides a dynamic introduction to the next...
Attend Music BC’s JUMPSTART Forum on March 1, 2024
BC music industry members are invited to join Music BC staff for a a full day of learning from and engaging with industry experts, including artist managers, talent buyers, label representatives, live performance coaches, and more. Attendees will learn to build their...
Submissions Closing Soon for the 2024 Western Canadian Music Awards
Are you a western Canadian musical artist or industry member? Submissions are currently open, but closing soon, for the artistic and industry-focused categories of the Western Canadian Music Awards. Learn more about the Awards guidelines to see if you qualify, and get...
B.C.’s Creative Sector Honours and Celebrates Black History Month 2024
February marks Black History Month, a time dedicated to learning, honouring, and reflecting upon the past and future of Black communities in British Columbia and worldwide. The creative industries are actively participating by celebrating, amplifying stories,...
Creative BC Film Commissioner Marnie Gee Elected Chair of AFCI Board
LOS ANGELES — Marnie Gee of Creative BC (British Columbia) will serve as new board chairperson for the Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI), taking the helm from Bas van der Ree of Netherlands Film Commission, who completes a two-year term as chair
Let’s Hear It Returns with More B.C. Artists: March 2, 2024
18 artists. 4 venues. 1 night. Let's Hear It (LHI) is back with one full night of musical discovery, featuring 18 B.C. artists across multiple Vancouver venues, all presented by Music BC. Featured artists include: Black Pontiac | Bratboy | Emerald Osagie | Janky...