On April 19, 2023, the Province of BC announced $22.5 million for Amplify BC, extending the Province’s music funding programs until 2027. This funding will build the province’s music talent and infrastructure, and strengthen the sector to better weather global shifts,...
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Applications Now Open for Communities and Artists Shifting Culture (CASC) Grants: apply by October 26, 2022!
The City of Vancouver is inviting organizations with artist-driven projects or cultural activities aiming to take place in January to June 2023 to apply for their Communities and Shifting Culture grants.
These grants aim to support short-term, one-time, or limited series arts, cultural, and creative projects by providing up to $20,000 in funding. The City is looking for creative people, projects, and organizations with work that contributes to Vancouver’s diverse creative stories.
New applicants can contact a Cultural Planner to discuss eligibility of projects, and obtain access to information forms.
To book a meeting, or request an access code for CASC, please contact:
Aliyah Amarshi, Cultural Planner (for organizations with names starting from A-M)
Joyce Rosario, Cultural Planner (for organizations with names starting from N-Z)
 Important dates for applicants:
·       Deadline for new applicant inquiries: Wednesday, October 12, 4:00 pm
·       Applications due: Wednesday, October 26, 11:59 pm
For more information, visit the City of Vancouver website.
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