This five-day artist development intensive is open to Indigenous artists across Canada. Each year, six participants will converge at Calgary's Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, to learn new skills and connect with national music industry experts. This...
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Indigenous artists and organizations eligible for BC Achievement Awards: submit your nominations today!
This month, BC Achievement opens nominations for three of its award programs:
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Indigenous Business Award
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Fulmer Award in First Nations Art
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Carter Wosk Award in Applied Art + Design
The Indigenous Business Award honours Indigenous business excellence in BC. The program invites entrepreneurs, businesses, educational and financial institutions, professional services, social enterprises, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities to submit nominations for this prestigious award.
Nominations open Jun 1 – 30
The Fulmer Award in First Nations Art celebrates artistic excellence in both traditional, contemporary or media art. It is designed for artists from BC First Nations who have demonstrated a commitment to their art practice, accumulated a body of work, and are recognized in their communities as artists.
Nominations open June 1 – Jul 7
The Carter Wosk Award in Applied Art + Design recognizes excellence amongst artists who, through their creativity, contribute to the cultural economy of the province. Artists and designers whose work has a practical or functional application may be considered for this award.
Nominations open June 1 – Jul 14
For more information, and to nominate an Indigenous artist, designer, entrepreneur or business, click here.
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