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What matters most?

Posted on October 6, 2022 by WKRAC admin

As a member of the arts, culture and heritage community, you want the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council to design and deliver programs and services that meet your needs now and into the future. As part of our upcoming strategic planning discussions, … Continue reading →

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Alliance Mail / Jump Back Into Fall With These Art Events

Posted on September 14, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Hello Alliance friends,  Fall is a plentiful time for the arts: BC is bursting with festivals, new exhibition openings and beloved returning art events. As BC residents, I am sure you are familiar with VIFF and Fringe festivals, which return for another … Continue reading →

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Alliance Mail / Announcing the 2022 Civic Election Advocacy Survey

Posted on September 7, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Hello Alliance friends,  This week we are pleased to announce the launch of our 2022 Civic Election Advocacy Survey!  The 2022 Civic Election Advocacy Survey is our way to understand what barriers, challenges and difficulties you may be facing in the … Continue reading →

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Contribute to artist-in-residence Lucie Chan’s research during the month of August.

Posted on July 29, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Schedule of Events: Residency and Exhibition Residency:  3 August – 27 August 2022Exhibition: 3 September – 1 October 2022 Open Studio:  12 – 13 August 2022 from 1:00 – 3:00 pmParticipant Interviews: 15 – 19 August 2022, scheduled Oxygen Art Centre is … Continue reading →

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REMINDER – BC Marketing Deadline –  July 31, 2022

Posted on July 22, 2022 by WKRAC admin

REMINDER – Publish Your Event by July 31, 2022 to be Included in the BC Marketing and Publicity Campaign! We know the summer is a busy time of year for many artists and arts organizations, so if you’re planning an … Continue reading →

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July 2022 – Newsletter

Posted on July 16, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Happening now; Art Trading Cards and Miniature Works Show Join us in the exploration of small works of art staring a favorite the Artist Trading Card! Started in 1997 by Swiss artist M. Vanci Stirnemann He created 1200 cards by hand … Continue reading →

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CALLING ALL ARTISTS

Posted on July 8, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Are you looking for affordable studio space, access to support services, and a place to connect with Nelson’s creative community? Take this 3 minute survey to let us know! Creative Exchange Cooperative is in the process of purchasing a building … Continue reading →

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2022 EVENT REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Posted on June 2, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Registration is open for Culture Days 2022! Arts and cultural groups of all shapes and sizes, libraries, museums, municipalities, clubs and community groups, individual artists, and creators can be part of Culture Days by offering free, participatory arts or cultural … Continue reading →

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How to participate and get organized for the 2022 Culture Days celebrations!

Posted on May 19, 2022 by WKRAC admin

A national celebration of arts, culture, and creativity Join thousands of creators and event organizers for a celebration of arts, culture, and creative expression with national impact. Event registration opens at the end of this month! Here are some tools to get … Continue reading →

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Coldest Night of the Year

Posted on February 17, 2022 by WKRAC admin

In order to keep everyone safe and comfortable the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraising event will be a virtual event again this year. There won’t be a big gaggle walking together and no yummy chili dinner at the … Continue reading →

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Host Your Own Soup for the Cultured Soul

Posted on February 17, 2022 by WKRAC admin

One of Castlegar’s favourite social events is back – with a twist. Soup for the Cultured Soul has been a successful fundraiser for the Kootenay Gallery of Art since 2011. Top Castlegar chefs offer their finest soups in unique pottery … Continue reading →

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Nelson CARES Society encourages residents to bundle up for this year’s Coldest Night of the Year

Posted on February 10, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Nelson CARES Society is encouraging Nelson and area residents to bundle up and raise cold, hard cash for this year’s Coldest Night of the Year fundraising event. A family-friendly winter fundraising walk for Nelson’s homeless, hungry and hurting, this year’s … Continue reading →

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Coldest Night of the Year

Posted on January 20, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Nelson CARES Society is launching the 8th annual Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraising campaign. The event will be held on Saturday, February 26th, 2022 as a fully virtual event.  It will look very similar to the event in … Continue reading →

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Coldest Night of the Year

Posted on January 14, 2022 by WKRAC admin

Nelson CARES Society has had much to be grateful for in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The efforts of their staff, board and volunteers have been nothing short of heroic and with the generous support of the community, they … Continue reading →

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Coldest Night of the Year

Posted on December 28, 2021 by WKRAC admin

Nelson CARES Society has had much to be grateful for in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The efforts of their staff, board and volunteers have been nothing short of heroic and with the generous support of the community, they … Continue reading →

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Call for Muralists and Walls: Nelson International Mural Festival

Posted on December 17, 2021 by WKRAC admin

Nelson International Mural Festival is entering its fifth year and we are once again inviting artists and building owners to apply to participate in the festival. The Nelson International Mural Festival has become a community fixture through the annual creation … Continue reading →

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Indigenous Language Translation Registry

Posted on December 10, 2021 by WKRAC admin

Are you a speaker of a B.C. First Nations language? Are you interested in making connections and sharing your language? If so, we invite you to join our Indigenous Language Translation Registry! FPCC is committed to the revitalization of Indigenous languages … Continue reading →

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Canadian Federation of University Women – 16 Days of Activism

Posted on November 24, 2021 by WKRAC admin

The Canadian Federation of University Women Nelson & District (CFUW) invite you to participate in the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence this November and December. Locally the CFUW is creating awareness of this initiative and sharing information on … Continue reading →

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Complete the Fall 2021 B.C. Arts & Culture Sector Impact Survey

Posted on November 10, 2021 by WKRAC admin

Once again, GVPTA and fellow arts service organizations are asking artists, arts workers, and arts and culture organizations from all arts disciplines across British Columbia to complete a new survey to help us understand where you or your organization is … Continue reading →

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Economic Conditions in the Arts, Culture, and Heritage Sector Study

Posted on August 18, 2021 by WKRAC admin

This is a study being conducted by Selkirk Collage for the Nelson area to understand the impact of COVID-19 on the sector and to identify the size and economic impact of the sector. To participate in this study and/or find more information, … Continue reading →

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