Welcoming Max as our Communications + Development Manager

Artstarts is pleased to announce the addition of a new staff member, Max Kullberg. Max joins the ArtStarts’ team as Development + Communications Manager.

Wendy Newman, Arts Champion in Education

Each year during Arts and Culture Week, ArtStarts presents an Arts Champion award to someone who has made a significant contribution to the lives of young people through the Arts in Education.

A&C Mashup success!

Arts and culture lovers gathered at the ArtStarts gallery last night for A&C Mashup. The event was organized by ArtStarts as part of BC Arts and Culture Week, in celebration of the role the arts play in learning and in life. 

Busy time for Arts Advocacy in Canada

It is a busy time for arts advocacy in Canada. From conferences and summits to celebrations happening across the country, to the upcoming Federal Election prompting the arts sector to stand up and take action.  

A&C Mashup for Arts and Culture Week

Safe Amp at ArtStarts

Last month the ArtStarts Gallery was host to a special fundraising event for The Safe Amplification Site Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to establishing a permanent all-ages space for music and other arts events in Vancouver.

Arts & Culture Week at Dasmesh School

The 11th annual BC Arts & Culture Week wrapped up on April 24th. Many schools and arts councils around the province took part. From the Arty Awards in Abbotsford to a school tour of the north by Vancouver dance company Joe Ink, citizens and students across BC got engaged in arts activities that connected them with their local communities.

Schools Across BC prepare for Arts & Culture Week

Schools across BC are preparing to celebrate BC Arts & Culture Week. During the week of April 18-24, hundreds of schools and community arts organizations will host events, from Arts Galas to theatrical performances.

Culture Matters!

This afternoon, ArtStarts staff joined protesters at the Vancouver Art Gallery in support of the fight against recent cuts to the Arts in BC. Concern and outrage was voiced by a number of noted figures in the Arts community.