Vancouver

TRANSFORMATIONAL, AUTHENTIC. Immersive Indigenous destinations and experiences are expansive and transformational. Augment your reality with an Indigenous point-of-view and see old places with new eyes. By their nature, Indigenous perspectives cannot be understood as a bystander or simple witness. Step out of ordinary time and daily routine with Indigenous hosts around BC. HEART OF THE LAND, HEART OF THE PEOPLE Read more...

We are one of 22 Business Improvement Associations in the City of Vancouver. We go by the SBIA for short. We represent over 850 commercial business and property owners across 44 city square blocks from Gore Avenue in the west, Clark Drive in the East, Railway Street in the North and Venables Street to the south. We listen carefully to Read more...

WellnessTravelBC.com delivers easily searchable awe-inspiring and rejuvenating experiences set in the most wildly spectacular and natural environments. Consumers find wellness trends and tips from arts and culture, to gardens and rainforests, complemented by traditional healing offerings including spa treatments, water therapies and yoga!  Head on to Wellness Travel BC for info on events. Relax | Reset | Restore Discover a unique Read more...

A Wok Around Chinatown The Adventure begins at the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden (Rated by National Geographic as the #1 Urban Garden), then winds through diverse specialty shops and merchants featuring products from crispy skin ducks, barbequed meats, live seafood, delicate pastries, teas, herbal remedies & cookware supplies. Bring your appetite… a delicious dim sum lunch is an Read more...

Founded in 1991, Access Gallery is an artist-run centre with a mission to create conditions of emergence for provocative ideas and work in the visual arts. We enable critical conversations and risk taking through new configurations of artists, audience, and community. The organization searches out opportunities to experiment through collaborations (both local and international) that encourage innovation. We aim to bring visibility and critical reception to artists Read more...

Artists for Conservation International Foundation (AFCIF) was established as a separate entity in 2006 with a primary purpose to govern and operate the Artists for Conservation Festival, held annually  in BC’s Lower Mainland. Artists for Conservation International Foundation (AFCIF) – a federally incorporated Canadian-based charity based in British Columbia and is a registered BC Society.  AFCIF is a registered charity in Canada (860891761 Read more...

Artists in Our Midst is a dynamic group of artists dedicated to bringing public awareness to art created in our community, and to promoting visual art in Vancouver. Our mandate is to promote art education and to provide opportunities for community members to enjoy and enrich their lives with visual art. In 1993 artists on Vancouver’s West Side opened their Read more...

Situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) nations, the Arts Club Theatre Company is the largest theatre company in Western Canada. Each year, over a quarter of a million people experience the best in professional theatre at its three venues: the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, Granville Island Stage, and Newmont Stage Read more...

At Arts Umbrella, we believe that art is powerful. Powerful enough to change a young person’s life in incredible ways. This belief is at the core of everything we do. In April 2021, Arts Umbrella moved into our new home on Granville Island. This 50,000 net-square-foot building dedicated to arts education for young people ages 2-22 features state-of-the-art studio, exhibition, Read more...

The 2025 Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival will return to Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park in Vancouver from June to September, 2025. The 2025 Season will include four dynamic productions including Much Ado About Nothing, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again), and The Dark Lady. “We’re thrilled to announce our 2025 Season,” said Christopher Gaze, Bard Founding Artistic Director. “Whether you’re Read more...

Fall in love with the diversity of life as you explore over 500 exhibits, and stare through the jaws of the largest creature ever to live on Earth—the blue whale. As Vancouver’s natural history museum, we invite you on a journey to discover the interconnectedness of all life on Earth, and our role in preserving these delicate systems. Explore the Read more...

Bees Art Designs Inspired by living on the West Coast, road trip adventures and my love of exploring florals, landscapes and abstracts. As a self-taught artist, I enjoy watercolours, alcohol inks, acrylics, mixed media. Read more...

Located in Downtown Vancouver, the Bill Reid Gallery is a unique destination that celebrates the extraordinary diversity of contemporary Indigenous Northwest Coast Art. It is the only public Gallery in Canada dedicated to NWC Art and stands as a tribute to the legendary Haida master artist, Bill Reid (1920 – 1998). The Gallery curates a series of dynamic exhibitions and Read more...

The Canadian Art Preservation Foundation seeks to ensure merited artists works and their artifacts can be stored in archival manner so that their legacy can be examined, catalogued, studied and exhibited in the future. The works will be made available for study purposes to educational organizations such as educational institutions, museums and public galleries. If you would like to collaborate or contribute, Read more...

Centre A: Vancouver International Centre for Contemporary Asian Art is a leading public art gallery currently situated in the heart of Vancouver’s Chinatown, on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples. It is a registered charity and the only public art gallery in Canada dedicated to contemporary Asian and Asian-diasporic perspectives since 1999. In addition to our Read more...

The Chinese Canadian Museum is located in the historic Vancouver Chinatown. Housed inside the oldest brick building in Chinatown, this museum is the first of its kind and honours the history, contributions, and heritages of Chinese Canadians while elevating and engaging with voices and communities across the country. The museum is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 10 A.M. to Read more...

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractionsn located near Vancouver’s Chinatown. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs. This Ming Dynasty-style garden-home is the first among its kind to have been built outside of China, and continues Read more...

Located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), in the heart of Vancouver’s Gallery District, Fazakas Gallery promotes a diverse selection of contemporary art with a special emphasis on works by established and up-and-coming Indigenous artists. As both a commercial gallery and exhibition space, we offer a vibrant contemporary program that features an array of art aimed to enhance, Read more...

First Saturday Open Art Studios is a free, monthly event that began in 2010 and can be found in various locations around BC. Every first Saturday noon to five pm, over 100 individual artists and art collectives open their workshops for you to enjoy! Be inspired by original art or buy your new, favorite piece directly from a local artist. Learn firsthand details and Read more...

Since 1986, Helijet has been connecting Vancouver Island and Vancouver. Spectacular scheduled flights operated by twin-engine, two-pilot, 12-seat Sikorsky S76 helicopters connect the comfortable terminals in Victoria Harbour, Vancouver Harbour, Vancouver Airport & Nanaimo Harbour.  From the amenities in the terminals to the stunning scenic views in-flight, Helijet elevates your travel experience. Helijet has been a proud and active participant Read more...

Judy’s mission is to educate, enlighten, and entertain clients through the history and culture of Vancouver’s Chinatown. My vision is to be Vancouver’s most informative and engaging Tour Company in Chinatown, enlightening clients about Chinatown’s segregated past from the rest of the city, including its dynamic and cutting-edge present and what might be in store for its future. My primary Read more...

Exploring Indigenous BC is one of the best things you can do in BC. The Indigenous BC app is a must-have tool for finding ongoing cultural learning and Indigenous-owned travel experiences in British Columbia. Discover Authentic Indigenous artists, hosts, and businesses. Learn common Indigenous words and phrases from diverse languages. Hear traditional music, stories, and legends from all across Indigenous BC.  DOWNLOAD AND BEGIN Read more...

Born in the Netherlands to an Artist Father and a mother who sang Opera, Mes Low grew up in an artistic environment. As a child Mes Low sat in her fathers atelier and absorbed all she could about painting and art. He taught her that copying and studying good art is a instrument to learn technique and so she for Read more...

The distinctive oil painter, Leanne M Christie, moved to the Canadian West Coast at the end of 2008. She spent over a decade in Europe and grew up in South Africa. We carry a selection of her artwork, on display in our art gallery with paintings available for purchase. Leanne M Christie  studied at the influential Rhodes University art school in Read more...

Liquid Amber Tattoo And Art Collective seamlessly blends bespoke tattoo artistry and cosmetic tattoo services with a thoughtfully curated art gallery. As a proud women-led establishment, Liquid Amber has passionately championed Vancouver’s diverse artistic community since 2001, striving to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment for both creators and art enthusiasts. Step into our recently renovated corner studio in Vancouver’s Read more...

Maxwell & Thain is a musical collaboration of seasoned, award-winning, country/pop singer-songwriters from Canada’s West Coast.  For over 30 years, Gord Maxwell and Laurie Thain have been quietly writing and co-producing custom music projects, themed musicals and educational material for young learners, while pursuing independent music careers. Partners in Pure Pacific Music for Young Learners, Maxwell and Thain continue to Read more...

Just 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver and the Vancouver International Airport, the Museum of Anthropology, located at the University of British Columbia, houses one of the world’s finest displays of Northwest Coast First Nations arts in a spectacular Arthur Erickson-designed building overlooking mountains and sea. Inside the soaring glass and concrete structure of MOA’s Great Hall, see magnificent carvings, weavings Read more...

Firmly rooted in the cultural landscape of Vancouver since 1992, Monte Clark is a leading gallery of its generation. In 2020 a set of distinctive industrial spaces in Strathcona were transformed into Monte Clark continuing the important exhibitions and conversations around the gallery’s emerging and established artists. Monte Clark gained national and international prominence with its decade long gallery presence Read more...

The hippie capital of Canada. More neon than Vegas. Indigenous knowledge, immigration and racism. Deforestation and urban development. Activism and art. Vancouver’s story begins here. The Museum of Vancouver showcases the city’s history and new exhibitions on art, design, culture and more every few months. Be sure to visit our website to stay up-to-date on the MOV’s workshops and special events too!  Visit Vancouver’s oldest Read more...

Established in 1983, the Or Gallery is one of Canada’s foremost artist-run centres. Founded with a mandate to support and develop innovative and idea-driven exhibitions, the organization remains committed to curatorial innovation and diversity. The Director/Curator’s vision is supported by guest curated exhibitions and curatorial residencies that emphasize the role diverse communities and discourses play in art production. The gallery Read more...

An intimate art space in the heart of Strathcona celebrating local Vancouver artists in several shows a year in a variety of mediums. Every month a new artist takes over the gallery windows which when lit up at night provide another visual experience of the exhibiting artist’s work.   Located at 800 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC The neighbourhood is home to numerous Read more...

Created in 2006 by Carlie Smith and inspired by the famous art and design markets of Europe, Portobello West’s goal is to introduce Vancouver’s style conscious shoppers to the creative pool of artists and designers working here. Now operating as a not-for-profit society, Portobello West is governed by a Board of Directors and a Marketing, Communications and Events Manager. Portobello Read more...

The Dance Centre is the resource centre for dance in British Columbia and offers a range of activities that is unparalleled in Canadian dance. We present a season of performances and public events featuring all styles of dance, support artists through residencies and professional development opportunities, and provide information about dance in BC. We also operate Scotiabank Dance Centre, Canada’s Read more...

Featuring 300+ LOCAL artists SHOP – GALLERY – PINBALL – CO-WORKING OPEN 10am – 8pm – 7 days a week When we say local we mean it, our artists must live or work in Vancouver. as local as we can get! We offer radically inclusive opportunities at no cost for all artists. We set up the systems and the artists choose Read more...

Welcome to the Comedy Department, Vancouver’s premier, world-class comedy entertainment company. Founded by Vancouver comedians and collaborators Denise Jones and David Milchard, it has quickly become the destination for big laughs in the city, garnering rave reviews from clients and audiences. We are a world-class special event and corporate comedy company. As a professional entertainment team with decades of experience Read more...

The Gallery George offers a unique way of connecting with the arts by supporting local established and emerging artists. Meet a unique Art Gallery which offers a welcoming hub for community engagement, exploration and enjoyment of contemporary art and cultural events. We research and carefully select high quality, multi discipline works from local artists and have now expanded our roster nationwide. The Read more...

So much more than just a night at the theatre, Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) interweaves a kaleidoscope of elements – setting, scenery, concessions, and quality art – into a fun, encompassing experience much greater than the sum of its parts. Read more...

THIS is a brick-and-mortar gallery located in Vancouver, BC. The gallery is located in Vancouver’s Chinatown at 268 Keefer Street inside the Sun Wah Centre and is dedicated to the creation and exhibition of both commercial and non-commercial art. Our mandate is to create a vibrant, fun, and essential arts space where artists and curators can realize opportunities to engage Read more...

SDECB, based in Vancouver and Kelowna, has been the Francophone economic development leader in British Columbia for 20 years. We promote the province’s Francophone heritage, culture, and bilingualism. You can explore Francophone scenic routes on our website and find over 350 French service providers. Join our directory to increase your visibility and receive support for your business. Also, our Economuseums network showcases local artisans, highlighting the region’s Read more...

Discover the power of art on your next trip to Vancouver with a visit to the Vancouver Art Gallery, one of North America’s most exciting and innovative visual arts institutions. Open 7 days a week, a visit to the Gallery is an opportunity to meditate on more than a century’s worth of Canadian and international art, from historical masters to Read more...

OFFSITE: HANK WILLIS THOMAS JUNE 7, 2024–APRIL 27, 2025 Installation view of Offsite: Hank Willis Thomas, site-specific installation at Vancouver Art Gallery Offsite from June 7, 2024 to April 27, 2025, Photo: Vancouver Art Gallery Internationally recognized artist Hank Willis Thomas works across several disciplines and mediums and has recently created large-scale sculptures and monuments for the public realm. This installation at Read more...

Welcome to the Vancouver Art Walk, an initiative designed to showcase the remarkable galleries and art spaces in the Vancouver Arts District. Our mission is to collaborate with commercial and non-profit galleries and creatives to provide visitors with an exceptional and well-curated tour that can be enjoyed at their own pace. Our carefully crafted map presents a selection of the most Read more...

Enjoy great movies at the luxurious VIFF Centre, voted one of the best cinemas in Vancouver and home to the prestigious Vancouver International Film Festival Read more...

Dive into 2023-2024 season from Vancouver Opera: Carmen The blood of passion surges and spills in one of the most beloved and widely performed works in operatic history. Animated by an all-star cast and audacious stagecraft, the conflicting worlds and failed romance of the sensual, rebellious Carmen and the possessive military man Don José absolutely burst off the stage. Don Read more...

Go on an art walk through the best Venables Street galleries: Art Works Gallery Slice of Life Vancouver Gift Shop Liquid Amber Tattoo & Art Collective Read more...