The sector will see a reduction of 12 percent, or $6 million, in funding
Read More“If we don’t act now, we risk losing a vital part of this city’s identity,” said Bard on the Beach’s Christopher Gaze, echoing calls by other Vancouver festivals and artists
Read MoreIn the motion set for July 23, recommendations to address funding and space shortfalls include setting a $40,000 minimum for operating grants and establishing a Festivals Vancouver Fund
Read MoreIn a move opposition councillors called “embarrassing”, Vancouver City Council majority voted to put off exploring future upgrades to the aging facility by two years
Read MoreCity backs removing barriers to artist studios, while new working group will devote further research into providing arts sector with vital real-estate support
Read MoreProposal includes pressure on province and request for staff to look at small-scale outdoor events for summer
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