Projects funded by Creative Communities
Arrow Lakes Arts Council
Project: Nakusp Cultural Scan and Mapping
Community: Nakusp
Awarded: $5,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2008
Arrow Lakes Community Arts Council will carry out a cultural mapping process. This cultural map will encompass the Arrow Lakes region that includes Trout Lake, Galena Bay, Nakusp, Summit Lake, Arrow Park, Burton, Fauquier and Edgewood. Approximately 7,500 people currently live in this region that spans 120 km and is serviced by two ferries. The cultural mapping project will enable the Arrow Lakes communities to: (1) profile and detail the contribution of the arts, cultural and heritage organizations in the area; (2) build greater cultural capacity and reach more people throughout the region; (3) increase the economic base for arts and cultural activity; (4) create opportunities for artists to achieve excellence; (5) enhance opportunities for everyone in the region to engage in arts and cultural activities.
The Arts Office
Project: North Vancouver Cultural Plan, 2011-2025
Community: North Vancouver
Awarded: $15,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
The Cultural Plan will be a renewed cultural vision, focussing on targeted policy objectives, goals and actions important to North Vancouver. The development of the Cultural Plan coincides with the Official Community Planning (OCP) processes currently underway at both the City of North Vancouver and the District of North Vancouver, ensuring that arts and cultural policy will be fully integrated with larger municipal planning initiatives.
Bulkley Valley Community Arts Council
Project: Bulkley Valley Community Arts Network
Community: Smithers
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2005
The recipient, in partnership with the Town of Smithers, the school district and the Office of the Wet'suwet'en First Nation, will engage a consultant to draft a strategic cultural and heritage plan that will comprehensively reflect the community's unique values and needs around culture and heritage. The town is committed to implementing the plan to guide the development of cultural and heritage practices, services and programs.
Cariboo Regional District
Project: Central Cariboo Cultural Planning and Implementation Strategy
Community: Williams Lake, Cariboo Regional District Areas D, E, F
Awarded: $10,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
This detailed planning project is the second stage of the central Cariboo arts and culture development initiative. It draws on previous work in cultural mapping and operational design. The planning project will lay the groundwork for direct support and growth of the sector in this large, urban and rural region.
City of Campbell River
Project: Campbell River's Culture and Heritage Plan
Community: Campbell River
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2006
The City of Campbell River will partner with the local museum, art gallery, Tidemark Performing Arts Theatre and the Campbell River Community Arts Council to complete a cultural and heritage plan, based on information from a completed cultural map.
City of Campbell River
Project: Strategic Cultural and Heritage Map
Community: Campbell River
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2005
The recipient will engage a consultant to draft a Strategic Cultural and Heritage Map that will comprehensively reflect the community's unique values and needs around culture and heritage. The city is committed to implementing the plan to guide the development of cultural and heritage practices, services and programs.
City of Castlegar
Project: City of Castlegar Cultural Map
Community: Castlegar
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
The City of Castlegar will engage a consultant to create a cultural map as a first step toward developing a cultural plan for the community. The Castlegar Arts Council is an active partner in the project.
City of Fort St. John
Project: Fort St. John Cultural Map
Community: Fort St. John
Awarded: $7,500.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
In partnership with the Fort St John Community Arts Council, the City will assess, and create an inventory of, existing arts and cultural assets. The map will be a first step following a recent resolution by City Council to proceed with developing a comprehensive cultural plan for the city.
City of Kelowna
Project: City of Kelowna Cultural Map
Community: Kelowna
Awarded: $15,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2006
The City of Kelowna will undertake a cultural map that will be the first phase of a new cultural plan. The map will document various cultural assets and completed research, as well as identified strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges. The map will incorporate information gathered through consultations, including external consultations with the community at large.
Project: City of Kelowna Cultural Planning
Community: Kelowna
Awarded: $19,900.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
The City of Kelowna will develop a three-to-five year cultural plan that will integrate cultural objectives into municipal plans that impact the community, land use and economic development. The cultural plan will build upon information collected through the cultural mapping process completed in 2006.
City of Kimberley
Project: Kimberley Cultural Mapping
Community: Kimberley
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2008
The City of Kimberley, in partnership with the Kimberley Arts Council, will engage in a comprehensive cultural mapping exercise. The goal will be to develop a clear vision and determine where energies and resources should be placed to enhance the community's arts, cultural and heritage product. The cultural mapping project is an essential first step towards achieving Kimberley's cultural potential.
Project: Kimberley Cultural Planning
Community: Kimberley
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2008
Having just completed their Cultural Mapping project, the City of Kimberley in partnership with the Kimberley Arts Council, will begin work on a Community Cultural Plan. The cultural plan, which will be incorporated into the City's Official Community Plan and Economic Development Strategy, will identify ways to attract artists so they can contribute to local business, plan for investments to attract new audiences, and use public art to raise the profile of arts and culture in the city.
City of Langley
Project: City of Langley cultural master plan
Community: Langley
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2006
With a 2003 Cultural Tourism Economic Impact Study and a 2005 Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan, the City of Langley will work on a master cultural plan. The plan will provide the community with a coordinated and purposeful approach to providing arts, culture and heritage to the citizens in the City of Langley and beyond. The plan will help to guide the City of Langley over the next ten years.
City of Merritt
Project: City of Merritt Cultural Mapping
Community: Merritt
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2010
The City of Merritt will conduct a cultural mapping project in order to develop a more diverse arts and culture policy. The City will work with stakeholders, including the Arts Council, the Valley Visual Artists, the Heritage Commission and the Walk of Stars Society to name a few, to participate in the cultural mapping of existing resources.
City of Nanaimo
Project: Cultural Resources Inventory/Cultural Calendar
Community: Nanaimo
Awarded: $6,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
The project will include the development of an online Cultural Resources Inventory which will be a comprehensive searchable guide to Nanaimo's arts and cultural community. It will include a list of the existing arts and cultural facilities and organizations, and a calendar of arts, cultural and heritage events.
City of Nelson
Project: Advancing the Arts in Nelson & Area
Community: Nelson
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2005
Through the project, the recipient will create an Arts Advisory Board to guide planning and policy development. In addition, the City will engage a consultant to develop a comprehensive arts policy that will define the vision for the arts in Nelson and the surrounding area.
Project: Cultural Tourism: A Strategy for the Nelson/Kootenay Lake area
Community: Nelson
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Tourism Strategy
Application Year: 2010
The City of Nelson is building upon several initiatives that resulted from its 2006 cultural plan by leading the development of a cultural tourism strategy for the Nelson/Kootenay Lake area. The City will work together with cultural organizations and the tourism sector to raise the level of activity and the profile of local arts and culture, drawing more visitors to the region.
City of Port Coquitlam
Project: Cultural Policy and Plan Update
Community: Port Coquitlam
Awarded: $8,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
The City of Port Coquitlam will review and update their cultural policy and plan that was developed in 2001 to reflect new policies, programs and needs of the cultural community. It will address current gaps, and explore opportunities and strategies for the next 10 years.
City of Port Moody
Project: Cultural Facilities Plan
Community: Port Moody
Awarded: $6,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2005
The project will engage two consultants to develop a cultural facilities plan. This will be done in consultation with a number of existing arts and cultural organizations including the Port Moody Arts Centre, the Port Moody Station Museum, the Inlet Theatre and Outlet Stage and the Rocky Point Warehouse Artists' Studios and Gallery. As one of the fastest growing cities in BC, Port Moody is looking to nurture and support the city's arts and cultural assets, and identify priorities for future development.
City of Revelstoke
Project: Revelstoke Cultural Strategy
Community: Revelstoke
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2005
In partnership with various arts and cultural groups, the City of Revelstoke will develop a comprehensive cultural plan to provide direction for the development of cultural resources over the next 10 to 20 years. The development of a cultural plan has been identified as an important priority in the Revelstoke Community Development Action Plan.
Project: Revelstoke Cultural Map
Community: Revelstoke
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
In partnership with various arts and cultural groups, the City of Revelstoke will develop a comprehensive cultural map to assess and inventory the local artistic activities and groups. This will enable the City to determine the strengths and weaknesses of the cultural and artistic sectors and identify community priorities for the future.
Project: Inclusion of arts and cultural activities and facilities in the Master Plan and an update to the Revelstoke Cultural Strategic Plan
Community: Columbia Shuswap Regional District Area B
Awarded: $5,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
The City of Revelstoke will develop a community Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan and ensure that the cultural strategy, compiled in 2006, is updated and included in the Master Plan. The funds will be used to update the previous cultural strategy and assist with the inclusion of arts and culture in the master plan.
City of Richmond, Culture and Heritage Services
Project: City of Richmond Community Arts and Culture Map Project
Community: Richmond
Awarded: $20,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2007
The City of Richmond will engage a professional consultant to undertake a cultural mapping project. This project will include an economic impact study of the arts and cultural community of the City of Richmond.
Project: City of Richmond Arts Strategy (and Cultural Facilities Plan)
Community: Richmond
Awarded: $10,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
The City of Richmond will move through the cultural planning process to ensure it continues to grow as a culturally vibrant city. The cultural plan will help the City understand the current state of the arts in Richmond, test objectives developed in the previous Arts Strategy, conduct an environmental scan of existing cultural facilities and develop appropriate strategies.
City of Surrey
Project: City of Surrey Cultural Plan
Community: Surrey
Awarded: $20,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
By engaging the community, Surrey will create a comprehensive cultural plan that reflects an innovative city characterized by rapid growth, diversity and youth. As Surrey's six distinctive town centres embrace modern urban development, the plan will ensure a vibrant arts community while preserving the city's rich cultural, natural and built heritage.
City of Vancouver
Project: Creative City Culture Plan
Community: Vancouver
Awarded: $20,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2006
Under the direction of the Creative City Task Force, the City of Vancouver has launched a strategic planning process to build on the strengths of its arts and cultural sector, and to maximize the opportunities that will arise before and after the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The planning process will result in a new cultural plan for Vancouver.
City of Victoria
Project: Arts and Cultural Mapping for the City of Victoria
Community: Victoria
Awarded: $10,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application year: 2009
The City of Victoria will partner with the Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria, with support of ProArt Alliance of Greater Victoria (Victoria's professional arts umbrella group) to undertake a cultural mapping project that assesses and inventories the activities of their cultural and artistic organizations and groups. This will enable the City to determine strengths and gaps in these sectors and identify City priorities for the future.
Project: 2012-2022 City of Victoria Arts and Cultural Plan
Community: Victoria
Awarded: $10,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
Building on the information gathered during the Victoria Arts Scan Cultural Mapping Project, the City of Victoria will embark on a two-year engagement and strategic planning project which will guide the direction of the City's Parks, Recreation and Culture Department over the next 10 years. The plan will include goals, objectives, priorities, implementation strategies, action plans and budgets tied to specific priorities for the arts and culture sector in the City of Victoria.
City of White Rock
Project: Cultural Mapping Project for the City of White Rock
Community: White Rock
Awarded: $10,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2010
In partnership with the Community Arts Council of White Rock and District, the City of White Rock will develop a cultural map as the first step towards creating a cultural plan. The cultural map will include mapping and documenting cultural assets, assessing strengths and weaknesses of the arts community and identifying priorities.
Columbia Valley Arts Council
Project: Columbia Valley Arts Regional Cultural Scan
Community: Invermere and communities between Canal Flats and Spillimacheen in the upper Columbia Valley within the Regional District
Awarded: $ 7,900.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2009
The Columbia Valley Arts Council, in partnership with the Regional District of East Kootenay, will undertake a cultural mapping project of the municipalities and rural communities between Canal Flats and Spillimacheen in the upper Columbia Valley.
Corporation of the City of New Westminster
Project: City of New Westminster Arts Strategy
Community: New Westminster
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2006
The City of New Westminster, in partnership with its community arts organizations, will develop an arts strategy that will detail an action plan for addressing the cultural needs of the community, nurture the development of local existing cultural organizations, and administer public cultural development projects.
Corporation of the City of Penticton
Project: Penticton Cultural Mapping Program
Community: Penticton
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2007
The Corporation of the City of Penticton will strengthen its arts and culture community by auditing and assessing its resources, strengths, challenges and aspirations. Beginning in August 2007, an independent consultant will facilitate a process that engages stakeholders, staff and the general public in a cultural mapping exercise. This important groundwork will establish a base for the creation of a long term cultural plan for the community.
Cranbrook and District Arts Council
Project: Cranbrook Arts and Heritage Cultural Map
Community: Cranbrook
Awarded: $6,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2008
The Cranbrook and District Arts Council in partnership with the City of Cranbrook, Key City Theatre, Canadian Museum of Rail Travel and the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce will engage a consultant to carry out cultural mapping in Cranbrook and District. The Cranbrook Cultural Map will create an inventory of cultural activities and develop a profile of Cranbrook's arts and heritage sectors. The mapping process will include the quantification of community cultural assets and successes, development of a needs and opportunities assessment that includes facilities needs, and development of a vision statement, strategies and actions to be incorporated into a comprehensive Cultural Plan.
Cranbrook and District Arts Council
Project: The Cranbrook Cultural Plan for Arts and Heritage
Community: Cranbrook
Awarded: $ 10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2009
Cranbrook and District Arts Council, in partnership with the City of Cranbrook and other local organizations, will undertake a cultural planning process. The Cranbrook Cultural Plan for Arts and heritage, at its outcome will deliver a strategic, viable business plan for the arts, heritage and cultural sector of Cranbrook.
Creston Area Economic Development Society
Project: Creston Valley Community Arts and Cultural Map
Community: Creston
Awarded: $8,070.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2006
The Creston Valley Development Authority, in partnership with the Community Arts Council of Creston, will work on creating an inventory of arts and culture in the Creston Valley. The map will help the municipality identify existing assets and strengths, as well as gaps, needs and future opportunities.
District of Kent
Project: Kent-Harrison Cultural Mapping
Community: Agassiz
Awarded: $5,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2008
The municipalities of Kent and Harrison Hot Springs will join together to develop a cultural map for the area. The map will serve as a guiding framework for the creation of a 10-year Arts and Culture Plan that will inform arts and culture related projects in the coming years. The work will be completed by a joint project planning committee, a consultant, and with input from the community.
District of Vanderhoof
Project: Arts & Cultural Scan
Community: Vanderhoof
Awarded: $4,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
The recipient will engage a consultant to draft an arts and cultural plan that will comprehensively reflect the community's unique values and needs around culture and heritage. The city is committed to implementing the plan in guiding development of cultural and heritage practices, services and programs.
Fort St. John Community Arts Council
Project: The development of a working cultural plan document by the City of Fort St. John
Community: Fort St. John
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2006
The City of Fort St. John, along with the Fort St. John Community Arts Council, will work with a cultural committee to develop a cultural plan that will be part of the city's official community plan. The city recently completed a map of the arts and cultural assets in the community, and the City Council agreed with the benefits of proceeding with the creation of a cultural plan. The City believes that the plan will lead to a stronger arts and culture infrastructure, and long term sustainability of cultural activity in Fort St. John.
Golden Area Initiatives
Project: Golden's Cultural Map and Community Consultation Project
Community: Golden
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
In partnership with the Town of Golden and Area ‘A' of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, Golden Area Initiatives will undertake an inventory of local cultural assets, strengths, challenges and aspirations. This assessment will be the first stage toward developing an action plan for arts and cultural development in Golden.
Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Leisure Services (PLS)
Project: Cultural Mapping Project: Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge and Katzie First Nations
Community: Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Katzie First Nations
Awarded: $10,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2010
The cultural map will strengthen the region, and in particular, the arts, cultural and heritage community, by creating a common understanding of the current strengths, resources, challenges and aspirations. It will provide a comprehensive foundation to prepare a community-based and integrated cultural strategy.
Musqueam First Nation
Project: Cultural Map
Community: Vancouver
Awarded: $15,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
The recipient will engage a consultant to create a strategic cultural map as the first step toward planning for the Band. The project will include focus groups to engage the community in the planning process, the mapping of cultural assets and the establishment of a community vision, principles and values. The map will also take into account the development of the Musquem First Nation Cultural Centre.
Northern Rockies Alaska Highway Tourism Association - Alaska Highway Community (NRAHTA-AHC)
Project: Northern Rockies Alaska Highway Cultural Scan
Community: Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM)
Awarded: $10,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2010
NRAHTA-AHC will complete a cultural scan of the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) and a heritage inventory of the Alaska Highway. NRAHTA-AHC will partner with the NRRM, and conduct multiple stakeholder consultations together with NR Community Arts Council and Fort Nelson Heritage Society.
Princeton Community Arts Council
Project: Princeton Culture – The Future 2011-2020
Community: Princeton and Electoral Area H
Awarded: $4,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
Princeton Community Arts Council, in partnership with the Town of Princeton, will carry out a community cultural plan that will feed into the town's new strategic plan. They will develop a long-term strategy for arts and culture for Princeton and the surrounding area to be in effect over the next 10 years.
Regional District of Kootenay Boundary
Project: Cultural Map for Greater Trail
Community: Trail
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, in partnership with the cities of Trail and Rossland, will engage a consultant to develop a cultural map for Trail and the surrounding area. The map will be developed through a consultative public process, and will help the district move toward creating an arts and culture master plan as an integral part of enhancing the cultural aspects of the region.
Regional District of Kootenay Boundary - Boundary Region
Project: Cultural Map for the Boundary Region
Community: Trail
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2006
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, in partnership with the Boundary District Arts Council, the Boundary Economic Development Commission, the City of Grand Forks, the City of Greenwood and the Village of Midway, will engage a consultant to assess and document the cultural assets and gaps in the region of Grand Forks and Kootenay Boundary (Electoral Areas C, D & E). This work will provide a background for preparation of a regional cultural plan, local government cultural policies, and the potential development of a cultural centre.
Regional District of North Okanagan
Project: Greater Vernon Arts & Culture Master Plan
Community: Vernon
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2005
The Regional District of North Okanagan, in partnership with the District of Coldstream, the City of Vernon and other arts and culture organizations, will engage a consultant to develop an arts and culture master plan for the City of Vernon and the surrounding area. The plan will be developed through a consultative public process, and will help the regional district make arts and culture a more integral part of local community life.
Sooke Fine Arts Society
Project: Sooke Region Cultural Mapping Project
Community: Sooke
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2009
Sooke Fine Arts Society in partnership with the District of Sooke, Sooke Community Arts Council and Sooke Regional Tourism Association will carry out a cultural mapping process. This cultural map will encompass Sooke to Port Renfrew (including East Sooke).The project aims to consolidate data on arts, cultural and heritage organizations in the region to serve as an information base and to identify strengths and gaps in arts and cultural services; to integrate the arts into regional planning initiatives; to support economic development and tourism; and, to expand access and participation with a focus on First Nations and youth engagement.
Project: Sooke Region Cultural Planning Project
Community: District of Sooke and Juan de Fuca Region including Becher Bay to Port Renfrew
Awarded: $10,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
Sooke Fine Arts Society will engage in an inclusive process of community consultation and decision-making that will be used to develop a cultural plan. The cultural plan will create enriching arts and cultural experiences that contribute to quality of life, economic sustainability and vibrancy of the region.
Sunshine Coast Regional District
Project: Sunshine Coast Regional Cultural Map
Community: Sechelt
Awarded: $13,100.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
The Sunshine Coast Regional District will engage a consultant to develop a cultural map as a first step toward developing a cultural plan for the community. The Coast Cultural Alliance is an active partner in the project.
Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD)
Project: Sunshine Coast Regional Cultural Plan
Community: Sechelt
Awarded: $8,500.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2006
The Sunshine Coast Regional District will bring together local governments, the education sector, business and numerous local arts and cultural organizations to participate in a cultural planning process with consultants who are experts in the field. The resulting cultural development plan will provide a firm foundation for future collaboration on the Sunshine Coast.
Town of Princeton
Project: Celebrating 150 Years of BC Spirit
Community: Princeton
Awarded: $4,245.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2005
The Town of Princeton, in partnership with the local First Nations band, the regional Association of Arts Organizations and the regional government, will identify, inventory and assess the cultural assets of Princeton (visual arts, music, dance, heritage and others). Through this project, the Town of Princeton will be able to increase the community's awareness of the existing arts and cultural resources, and promote and strengthen partnerships in the arts community.
Trail and District Community Arts Council
Project: Greater Trail Arts Plan
Community: Trail (also targeting Cities of Trail and Rossland, Villages of Warfield, Montrose and Fruitvale and Rural Electoral Areas A and B)
Awarded: $10,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2009
A five year Arts Plan for Greater Trail will be developed, supported by local government, arts, culture, heritage organizations and businesses. It will better integrate arts and culture in the community, contribute to community and economic development and result in an improved cultural life for regional residents and tourist.
Village of Lumby
Project: Monashee Arts and Culture Master Plan
Community: Lumby and Electoral Areas D and E
Awarded: $5,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
The Village of Lumby will use the White Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan (published in 2009) as a basis to develop a cultural plan that will meet its specific needs. The Village aims to formalize ways to support local artists and artisans, develop long-term plans for securing and maintaining public art, establish protocols for the use of existing cultural facilities and identify marketing and promotional opportunities.
Village of Pemberton
Project: Pemberton Valley Cultural and Historical Mapping Project
Community: Pemberton
Awarded: $5,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Mapping
Application Year: 2009
The Village of Pemberton, in partnership with the Pemberton Arts Council, the Pemberton Museum and Archives Society, the Chamber of Commerce/Tourism Pemberton and the Pemberton Library, will develop a cultural and historical inventory of the Pemberton Valley that will be made into an interactive GIS map. This living document will then be shared by community stakeholders and will inform future planning processes related to cultural development and tourism in the Pemberton Valley.
Project: Pemberton and Area Cultural Plan
Community: Pemberton, SLRD Area C, Lil'wat Nation (Mount Currie)
Awarded: $5,000
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2010
In partnership with the community's cultural and tourism stakeholders, the Village of Pemberton will complete a cultural plan for the Village of Pemberton, SLRD Area C and Lil'wat Nation. The inclusive cultural plan will take into account the assets found during the recently completed cultural scan. These assets will assist Pemberton in developing and implementing the community's cultural objectives and provide a new lens in which community issues can be viewed.
Whistler Arts Council
Project: Regional Economic Impact Study of Arts, Culture and Heritage in the Sea-to-Sky Corridor
Community: Whistler
Awarded: $20,000.00
Program sub-category: Cultural Planning
Application Year: 2008
Whistler Arts Council in partnership with the Resort Municipality of Whistler will undertake a Regional Economic Impact Study of Arts, Culture and Heritage in the Sea-to-Sky Corridor. The study will identify the economic benefits of arts, culture and heritage activities in the Sea-to-Sky Corridor, from Lions Bay to Mt. Currie, and recommend strategies for enhancing these benefits. The study will include surveys, interviews, analysis, workshops and input from a regional steering committee comprised of representatives from participating communities.
2010 Legacies Now thanks the Province of BC and numerous other
partners, sponsors and organizations for their invaluable support.
