Reel Greenâ„¢ 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... Read More

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... Read More

Reel Greenâ„¢ Vendor Spotlight: ShareWares

Reel Green™ Vendor and Circular Economy Committee Member, ShareWares, is an easy and affordable zero-waste packaging company that provides a city-wide borrowing program where reusable cups and... Read More

REEL Earth Day Challenge – Summer 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... Read More

BC Yukon Book Prizes 2024 Submissions Open

Publishers and authors may submit books that fit the prizes/awards categories as posted on the BC and Yukon Book Prizes website. Books must meet all of the general criteria for the BC and Yukon... Read More

New Premium Limited Documentary Series Commissioning Stream Call For Development Proposals Open – Knowledge Network

Burnaby, B.C. (October 16, 2023) – Knowledge Network is announcing Stories (Un)told, a new commissioning stream in partnership with Creative BC, for mid-career to senior B.C. producers and... Read More

Creative BC thanks Rob Bromley for his leadership and service contributions to the organization and to B.C.’s creative sector

With heartfelt gratitude, Creative BC’s Board of Directors, CEO, and staff recognize the immense contributions of Board Director and past Chair, Rob Bromley. Rob served in various capacities as... Read More

Creative BC Welcomes Amy Lang and Laura Lightbown to the Board of Directors

Creative BC proudly announces the latest additions to its distinguished Board of Directors. These incoming motion picture industry professionals arrive with a wealth of diverse talents and extensive... Read More

Strike Assistance Information

STRIKE ASSISTANCE FOR LOCAL CREW   Visit your union’s website to see what support, training and events they have organized.  Ask your union to develop training sessions in your region to help... Read More

Creative BC announces first recipients of the Pilot Podcast Program

Vancouver, B.C. (September 20, 2023) – Creative BC is pleased to name 11 grant recipients of the Pilot Podcast Program (the Program). Recipients may receive up to $15,000 for the development,... Read More

Martini Film Studios receives BC Hydro Sustainability Award

BC Hydro is supporting the electrification of the motion picture industry and has been helping communities in British Columbia, from Maple Ridge to the City of Vancouver, to introduce clean power... Read More

Update: Impacts of Motion Picture Industry Negotiations on B.C.

Three U.S. industry-related guild contracts are being negotiated this summer. With one for the Directors’ Guild of America recently completed, negotiations are ongoing between employers and the two... Read More

Demo Recording grant enables collaboration and creativity to thrive between producer and artist

Filipino-Canadian immigrant and theatre artist Argel Monte de Ramos considers his lived experiences the backbone of his artistry. The creative self-expression that this artistry unlocks enables him... Read More

Creative BC insights show that 2022 production spending by film and television projects in B.C. is over the estimated $3.6B mark in B.C.

Creative BC insights show that 2022 production spending by film and television projects in B.C. is over the estimated $3.6B mark in B.C.  These figures are steady with, if slightly above, 2021... Read More

Impacts of Industry Negotiations on B.C.

Three U.S. industry-related guild contracts are being negotiated this summer, with one for the Directors’ Guild of America recently completed, and the remaining two negotiations leading to... Read More

Voices of Canada Industry Roundtables

DOC NYC is proud to partner with the Consulate General of Canada in New York and Telefilm Canada on a curated VOICES OF CANADA Industry program which will bring a delegation of Canadian... Read More

Team Canada Trade Mission to Japan

Team Canada Trade Mission to Japan Date: October 29 to November 2, 2023 Venue: Multiple (TBC) Location: Osaka and Tokyo with potential for another city (to be confirmed), Japan Target... Read More

Demo Recording grant enables singer-songwriter Crystal Lee to honor old friendships and chart new creative paths with upcoming ‘The Melting of the Moon’ EP release.

Singer-songwriter and instrumentalist Crystal Lee – also known by her stage name, Jia – draws creative and personal inspiration from indie rock, alongside the desert rock, psychedelic... Read More

Historic investment promotes stability, jobs for B.C.’s creative sector

View the original release here Image: 5X Festival in Surrey, funded through Amplify BC, showcases South Asian music and culture. Photo by Anand Mohapatra.  Sign up for Creative BC Funding Program... Read More

Incrowd app launch provides 5x Festival attendees with a pick-your-path journey to remember

Beyond its presence as the third largest pan-ethnic group in the Metro Vancouver area – one that grew 29.6 percent in size between 2016 and 2021, with a similar rate of increase anticipated in... Read More

Trade Accelerator Program – BC Interior Cohort

B.C. Interior business owners, are you ready to boost your export revenue and expand into new markets? Look no further than the Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) happening in Kelowna this April!... Read More

Amanda Sum and team win 2023 SXSW Music Video Jury Award for ‘Different Than Before’

Amanda Sum’s ‘Different Than Before’ takes home the 2023 Music Video Jury Award at SXSW. The award-winning music video follows a family of five celebrating the eldest... Read More

CANCONDEF Industry Survey

The Canada Media Fund (CMF) wants to hear from you! You’re invited to participate in our newly launched national survey to gather the Canadian audiovisual sector’s views on how the current... Read More

Creative BC CEO Prem Gill Included on Vancouver Magazine’s 2023 Power 50 List

Vancouver Magazine announced its 22nd annual Power 50 list for 2023. This year’s list recognized the contributions of the creative industries to the city also including Creative BC’s CEO... Read More

Sixteen B.C. filmmakers’ projects receive $1.8M in production financing from Creative BC

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... Read More

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... Read More

Musicians and Music Companies Receive $3.3M from Creative BC via Four Amplify BC Programs

Vancouver, BC (February 7, 2024) — More than 220 B.C. musicians and music companies are being supported by four Amplify BC programs to develop their careers and businesses. “We are proud to... Read More

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... Read More

The JUNO Awards return to Vancouver in 2025, along with economic benefits

VANCOUVER, B.C. – The Vancouver JUNOS Host Committee, along with the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS), are excited to announce the return of the JUNOS to Vancouver, B.C.... Read More

Fourteen B.C. companies to initiate interactive digital media projects through Creative BC and BC Arts Council investment

Vancouver, B.C. (December 19, 2023) – Today, the BC Arts Council and Creative BC are pleased to announce the recipients of their 2023/24 Interactive Fund partnership. This year, the annual... Read More

Creative BC launches small music business support for systemically excluded groups in British Columbia

Vancouver, BC (December 13, 2023) – Today, Creative BC is proud to open a new program that will invest $200,000 in Amplify BC grants of up to $10,000 to support growing music and sound recording... Read More

Seventeen publishers receive foreign and domestic export support from Creative BC

Vancouver, B.C. (December 12, 2023) – Today, Creative BC is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023/24 Market Expansion Fund (the Fund). This Fund provides financial support for B.C.... Read More

Creative BC announces first recipients of the Pilot Podcast Program

Vancouver, B.C. (September 20, 2023) – Creative BC is pleased to name 11 grant recipients of the Pilot Podcast Program (the Program). Recipients may receive up to $15,000 for the development,... Read More

Creative BC opens second round of funding for Indigenous filmmakers and creatives across British Columbia, supported by Rogers Group of Funds

Today, Creative BC launches the second round of the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund (RIFF) Program that will invest $200K into early development projects by Indigenous filmmakers across British Columbia.... Read More

First Recipients of Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program Announced by Creative BC

Download PDF VANCOUVER, BC | May 31, 2023 – Creative BC is pleased to name 11 grant recipients in the first round of early project development funding under the $1 million Rogers Indigenous Film... Read More

Amplify BC delivers $600,000 to support music companies in British Columbia

Vancouver, BC (May 25, 2023) – Today, Creative BC proudly announces 34 provincial Amplify BC grants through the Music Company program (the Program) totalling $600,000 distributed to recipients... Read More

REEL Earth Day Challenge 2023 Raises $100,000 for Regional Parks

The 3rd annual REEL Earth Day Challenge wrapped up its fundraising events this Friday, with an amazing $100,000 raised for Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation. The event funds unique regional... Read More

Historic investment promotes stability, jobs for B.C.’s creative sector

View the original release here Image: 5X Festival in Surrey, funded through Amplify BC, showcases South Asian music and culture. Photo by Anand Mohapatra.  Sign up for Creative BC Funding Program... Read More

Help on the way for local book, magazine publishers

To help B.C.’s book and magazine publishers address immediate challenges and give the broader publishing industry the support it needs to thrive in the future, the Province is providing $600,000... Read More

Eleven Publishers Receive Export Support from Creative BC

Vancouver, B.C. (April 14, 2023) –  Today, Creative BC is pleased to announce the recipients of the FY2022/23 Market Expansion Fund (the Fund). This program provides financial support for B.C.... Read More

Recipients of IP BC Pilot Program Announced by Creative BC and CMPA-BC

Vancouver, B.C. (April 13, 2023) – Today, Creative BC and the Canadian Media Producers Association, BC Producers Branch (CMPA-BC) are proud to announce 18 recipients of a new pilot initiative... Read More

Music Venues, Festivals, Businesses, and Artists Receive $3.4M from Creative BC via Four Amplify BC Programs

Vancouver, BC (April 12, 2023) – Today, Creative BC proudly announces 223 provincial grants through four Amplify BC programs totalling $3.4M distributed to recipients across B.C.’s music... Read More

14 B.C. recipients to initiate interactive digital media projects through Creative BC and BC Arts Council Interactive Fund

Image: GIOTTO, Ahead.IO Labs   Vancouver, B.C. (January 23, 2023) – Today, the BC Arts Council and Creative BC are pleased to announce the recipients of their... Read More

Creative BC and CMPA-BC Launch New IP Optioning Pilot Program for Production Companies based in British Columbia

Vancouver, December 14, 2022 – Today, Creative BC and the Canadian Media Producers Association, BC Producers Branch (CMPA-BC) are proud to open a new pilot initiative that will deliver $200K in... Read More

Documentary and Factual Development Fund Recipients Announced by Creative BC

Vancouver, B.C. (September 22, 2022) – Creative BC is pleased to name 15 grant recipients in the latest round of funding for the Documentary and Factual Development Fund, supported by Rogers Group... Read More

B.C. production companies get support for slate development

  Vancouver, June 15, 2022 | Creative BC and the Canadian Media Producers Association, BC Branch (CMPA-BC) are proud to announce the six B.C. businesses receiving a total of $270,000 through... Read More

Province of BC supports the recovery of B.C.’s music sector with a $2.5 million boost to the Amplify BC program

Province bolsters support for live music events Province of British Columbia NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release 2022TACS0031-000746 May 18, 2022 Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport VICTORIA... Read More

New Motion Picture Skills Training Supports Employment and Crew Development in British Columbia

March 8, 2022 (Vancouver, BC): Vancouver Island North Film Commission (INFilm) and North Island College (NIC), with funding provided by the provincial government’s Community Workforce Response... Read More

Apply for Women in Music BC’s Toronto Industry Showcase in June 2024

Applications are now open for Women in Music BC’s curated Toronto Industry Showcase. In addition to being showcased, selected applicants will receive travel honorariums, and attend one-on-one... Read More

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... Read More

Whistler Film Festival Announces 2023 MPPIA Pitch Competition Award Winner

Vancouver, BC – The Motion Picture Production Industry Association of British Columbia (MPPIA), Creative BC and the Whistler Film Festival are pleased to congratulate director Sasha Duncan on her... Read More

Whistler Film Festival Announces Participants for MPPIA Short Film Awards and Power Pitch 2023

Whistler Film Festival (WFF) has announced the participants selected for three of its signature talent programs: the MPPIA Short Film Awards, Doc Lab and Power Pitch. These are part of 13 talent... Read More

New Kootenay Regional Film Sector Study to Explore Attracting Film Production, Establishing Local Film Studio Spaces and Sector Development

Work has begun on the new Kootenay Regional Film Sector Study, after being awarded $35,000 in funding by the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior (ETSI-BC) in July 2023. Last year, film-related... Read More

Study: In a Divided World, Canadian Film Has the Power to Unite

REEL CANADA study reveals two-thirds of Canadian students say that watching Canadian films in class provides them with a sense of Canadian pride Research commissioned by REEL CANADA, a non-profit... Read More

CANCONDEF Industry Survey

The Canada Media Fund (CMF) wants to hear from you! You’re invited to participate in our newly launched national survey to gather the Canadian audiovisual sector’s views on how the current... Read More

The Province is providing $30 million to support B.C.-based fairs, festivals, and events

Through the B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events Fund (BCFFE), the Government of B.C. is providing $30 million in one-time grants to eligible events in response to challenges the sector is facing, such... Read More

Creative BC CEO Prem Gill Included on Vancouver Magazine’s 2023 Power 50 List

Vancouver Magazine announced its 22nd annual Power 50 list for 2023. This year’s list recognized the contributions of the creative industries to the city also including Creative BC’s CEO... Read More

Nortel alum-turned mystery novelist combines her tech and writing background with Fictionary

Fictionary co-founder and CEO Kristina Stanley has worked in a wide variety of different jobs, from manager of broadband planning at Nortel to the director of employee, safety, and guest services for... Read More

Nominations Now Open for the 8th Annual Live Music Industry Awards

Members of the Canada/Northern Turtle Island-based live music industry are eligible to make nominations for the 2024 Live Music Industry Awards. Categories encompass venues, buyers, agents,... Read More

Attend the Vancouver International Music Business Conference | April 18 – 21, 2024

Taking place from April 18 – 21, 2024, in Port Coquitlam, B.C., the Vancouver International Music Business Conference (VIMBC) brings together artists, industry professionals, and music lovers... Read More

Apply for Music BC’s Jumpstart Grants by March 21, 2024

Music BC’s Jumpstart Grants will assist B.C.-based, for-profit music businesses in hiring a summer apprentice aspiring to work in the music business. This program promotes hands-on training through... Read More

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... Read More

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... Read More

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... Read More

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... Read More

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... Read More

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,... Read More

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... Read More

Apply for the BC Arts Council’s Arts Impact Grant Program by April 2, 2024

The BC Arts Council’s Arts Impact Grant program is now open, offering flexible funding options for arts and culture organizations. The intention of the program is to allow applicants to... Read More

Spring 2024 Intake Open for City of Vancouver Cultural Spaces Grants

The City of Vancouver Cultural Spaces Grants for Vancouver-based arts and cultural spaces are once again open for intake. Available grants include:   Cultural Infrastructure Grants for... Read More

Apply to play the Khatsahlano Street Party!

The Khatsahlano Street Party returns on July 6, 2024! Musicians from all genres are welcome to apply to play at Vancouver’s largest free music and arts festival. The festival is also currently... Read More

Nominations Now Open for 2024 Business / Arts Awards: apply by December 15, 2023

Nominations are open for the 2024 Business / Arts Awards, recognizing innovative partnerships between business and the arts. For information about categories or to nominate, visit their website. A... Read More

Call for Entries: Kidscreen Summit 2024

Creative BC will be accepting applications soon for the 2024 Kidscreen Summit in San Diego via the Passport to Markets program, which provides travel support to B.C.-based film, TV, digital media,... Read More

Apply for the Canadian Creative Accelerator by December 17, 2023

Self-identifying Black Canadian music managers interested in deepening their connections to the American music industry (with a specific focus on New York) are invited to apply for the 2024 iteration... Read More

Applications now open for Vancouver’s first Special Event Advisory Task Force: apply by January 10, 2024

The City of Vancouver is seeking individuals with a broad range of experience and expertise hosting everything from small grassroots community events to large-scale, complex events to serve on its... Read More

Attend the second annual YVR Sounds Music Industry Event on December 14, 2023

This free annual industry event represents an opportunity to connect with peers, take in live performances by some of Vancouver’s most compelling emerging artists, and build professional... Read More

Applications now open for the International Indigenous Music Summit – June 10 – 14, 2024

Showcase applications are officially open for the 2024 International Indigenous Music Summit (IIMS), slated for June 10 – 14, 2024, in Toronto, ON. The showcases will shine a spotlight on... Read More

2024 Call for Proposals: MUTEK

Since 2000, the Montreal-based MUTEK Festival has been a potent incubator and showcase for innovative live electronic music and real-time audiovisual performances. Submissions for the 2023 Festival... Read More

Call for Entries: NATPE Global 2024

Creative BC is accepting applications for NAPTE Global in Miami via the Passport to Markets program, which provides travel support to B.C.-based film, TV, digital media, media producers, sales agents... Read More

Apply for the Women in Music Canada Leadership Accelerator Program by November 30, 2023

Presented with partners ADVANCE and the International Indigenous Music Summit, this program will work to prepare more women and gender-diverse professionals for executive-level leadership roles. This... Read More

Call for Entries: RealScreen Summit 2024

Creative BC will be accepting applications soon for the 2024 RealScreen Summit in New Orleans via the Passport to Markets program, which provides travel support to B.C.-based film, TV, digital media,... Read More

Call for Entries: PG Connects London 2024

Creative BC will be accepting applications soon for PG Connects 2024 in London via the Passport to Markets program, which provides travel support to B.C.-based film, TV, digital media, media... Read More