BC Culture Days kicks off across the province

VANCOUVER — Vibrant colors, melodies, and an air of excitement filled the small town of Quesnel as BC Culture Days was officially launched Saturday (Sept. 23). The event, a celebration of arts, culture, and heritage, has planned events in communities across the province through October 16.

Lana Popham, the Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture, and Sport, is excited about the arrival of BC Culture Days. “BC Culture Days is an incredible opportunity for everyone to showcase, learn, and experience life enriched by arts and culture,” she said. “We are proud to proclaim BC Culture Days and to support communities with free events that celebrate our diverse culture together.”

The opening ceremony, hosted by the Quesnel and District Community Arts Council, served as an introduction for the three-week celebration. The day was filled with art activities and entertainment. The festivities were not limited to Quesnel, as BC Culture Days boasts a network of over 450 events, presentations, interactive activities, and workshops that showcase British Columbia’s rich cultural landscape.

BC Culture Days is brought to life by the Society to Bridge Arts and Community, an organization closely affiliated with the BC Alliance for Arts and Culture, thanks to a generous $70,000 grant from the provincial government. A dedicated provincial volunteer task force, steering committee, and numerous community, arts, and cultural organizations and municipalities work tirelessly to provide free arts and cultural activities throughout the province.