The BC Film Commission at Creative BC delivers support and resources to both the motion picture industry and the communities, stakeholders and various partners that contribute to its longevity.
Supporting B.C. creators, entrepreneurs and companies with strategic investment to develop their projects, gain access to new markets, and build stronger global partnerships.
Motion Picture Tax Credits are labour-based refundable corporate Income tax credits designed to encourage film and television live-action, VFX, and animated productions in British Columbia.
Gain insight to B.C.’s creative sector comprised of original storytellers
Creative BC is an economic development agency supporting B.C.’s creative sector to reach its economic, social, environmental, and creative potential at home and globally.
The Pacific Region International Summer Music Association (PRISMA) produces the PRISMA Festival & Academy every June, in Powell River, BC. The festival features full symphonic concerts, chamber performances, student recitals,
From May 13 – 16, B.C. artist Kimmortal will attend The Great Escape Festival in Brighton, U.K. through Music BC‘s Live Music Trade Initiatives supported by Creative BC. These initiatives support the growth of
From May 12-20, 2026, British Columbia delegates will attend the Marché du Film at Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France. The Cannes Film Market (Marché du Film) is a premier
ValhallaFest is a three-day music and arts festival held in the old-growth forests just outside Terrace, bringing together electronic music, live performances, art installations, and camping in a unique outdoor
VIYFF offers a diverse array of screenings, workshops, industry talks, and panel discussions with the goal of helping young filmmakers expand their networks within the film industry and providing mentorship
The Kelowna Independent Film Festival (KIFF) is a three day event with screenings and awards designed to provide opportunities for both local and international filmmakers to showcase their work in
British Columbia’s largest all-ages, family friendly bluegrass and old-time music festival brings Grammy and Juno calibre musicians to Laketown Ranch Music Park every Father’s day weekend. The festival offers free
Vancouver, B.C. (May 1, 2026) – Today, Creative BC is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025/26 Magazine Publishers Market Fund program (the Program). This program provides financial support for B.C. magazine publishers to attend select
Vancouver, B.C. (April 30, 2026) – Creative BC announces $200,000 in funding to support 20 projects led by emerging and/or equity seeking filmmakers in British Columbia. Designed to address systemic
