The City of Burnaby is hosting a series of free celebrations for Canada Day on July 1st including StreetFest on Central (with headliners Dear Rouge and Tanika Charles), and community events at Burnaby Village Museum and Edmonds Plaza and Park.
Where: Civic Square, Central Boulevard and Central Park
Road closures will be in effect along Patterson Avenue as well as Central Boulevard and Beresford street (between Patterson and Willingdon avenues)
Admission: Free!
In partnership with Concord Pacific, StreetFest on Central will be an unforgettable evening with a variety of food trucks, family-friendly activities, live performances and a spectacular fireworks display.
Headlining the mainstage at Central Park is JUNO Award-winning alt-rock duo Dear Rouge, and JUNO Award-winning Tanika Charles, whose name is synonymous with Canadian Soul music.
The BC Achievement Foundation has launched its 2024 Call for Nominations for the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design, which will be open until June 30, 2024.
Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design
Nominations for this year’s award are accepted online now through June 30, 2024.
The Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design (AAD) program celebrates British Columbians who excel in creating functional art. The program recognizes artists who work in mediums such as furniture, textiles, jewellery, ceramics, weaving, glass, fashion, and industrial design.
Applying for an award serves as a platform to communicate an artist’s work, vision and contribution to the creative economy. The process invites an opportunity for artistic reflection and exposes artists and designers to a wider audience. The program welcomes submissions from those who produce work that has a practical or functional application.
Recipients will be announced in October, with an exhibit of their selected works taking place on November 18-24 at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre in Vancouver.
The naming honors the visionary founder of the program, the late Sam Carter, saluting his remarkable legacy on the 20th anniversary of the program’s offering. As an artist, educator and curator, Sam championed Canadian designers, craftspeople and applied artists. He personally curated the AAD program’s annual exhibits and guided the program with unflagging passion and dedication. Sam was a true friend and advisor to the provincial, national and global applied art and design community.
About BC Achievement Foundation
BC Achievement is an independent foundation established in 2003 that celebrates the spirit of excellence in our province and serves to honour the best of British Columbia. By recognizing the accomplishments of our province’s entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders, youth and volunteers, its award programs pay tribute to exceptional people, doing exceptional work, while carving a path forward for others to follow.
Miss604 is a proud sponsor of BC Achievement Foundation programs in 2024
The BC Achievement Foundation has launched its 2024 Call for Nominations for the 18th annual Polygon Award in First Nations Art, which will be open until June 30, 2024.
Polygon Award in First Nations Art
Nominations for this year’s award are accepted online now through June 30, 2024.
The 18th annual Polygon Award in First Nations Art (FNA) program recognizes BC First Nations artists for excellence in traditional, contemporary or media art. The award is designed for artists from BC First Nations who have demonstrated a commitment to their art practice; have accumulated a body of work; and who are recognized in their communities as artists.
Nominations are invited from throughout the province from BC First Nations artists who practice traditional or contemporary visual art in fields such as, but not limited to, carving, photography, beading, weaving, jewellery, painting, masks, sculpture, stonework, printmaking, basketry, textiles, and media art.
Recipients will be announced in October, with an exhibit of their selected works taking place on November 18-24 at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre in Vancouver.
About BC Achievement Foundation
BC Achievement is an independent foundation established in 2003 that celebrates the spirit of excellence in our province and serves to honour the best of British Columbia. By recognizing the accomplishments of our province’s entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders, youth and volunteers, its award programs pay tribute to exceptional people, doing exceptional work, while carving a path forward for others to follow.
Miss604 is a proud sponsor of BC Achievement Foundation programs in 2024
The Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo (VRGE) will be at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster on June 22nd for its biggest show ever, featuring an amazing selection of games, music, and experiences for attendees of all ages.
Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo
Dates: Saturday, June 22 2024 from 11:00am to 7:00pm
VRGE will have a lineup of music acts this year, who will transport attendees back to the golden age of gaming. Expect to hear chiptunes, classic video game soundtracks, and other retro-inspired music presented by Bonus Stage, including missingNo, Freaky DNA, The Wavebirds, The Koopa Troopas, ROM-hack, Pongball, Lena Raine, and dannyBstyle.
Event Highlights
Play classic games from all eras.
Shop a variety of vendors with games, art, and collectibles.
Learn about retro computing and gaming history.
Enjoy video game musical acts on our main stage.
Attend panels with Brad Hodge (Tech Time Traveller), John Hancock, The Fictionals, and more.
Experience tournaments and e-sports gaming from Tetris to Smash Bros.
Photo ops with mascots.
The Chilliwack Retro Computing Club will be on site showcasing their collections of vintage computers and consoles. Members will share their passion for retro computing, answer questions, and host panels on the TRS-80 and NABU Computers.
Downtown New Westminster’s free street party series, Fridays on Front, returns this summer in July and August with food vendors, beer garden, and free family programming. Located in the heart of Downtown New West, within walking distance of both SkyTrain Stations, this vibrant event series is set to light up Front Street, facing Pier Park.
Fridays on Front in New Westminster
Dates: July 12, 19, 26 and August 9, 16, 23 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Location: Front Street Mews, Downtown New Westminster
Admission: Free
Fridays on Front – Downtown New West Photo
Each night will have entertainment, food, and a unique theme like Pride, Latin night, Retro 80s & 90s, and more, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Fridays on Front is fully licensed so they’re teaming up with Steel & Oak for some libations, and come hungry as you check out local eateries and food vendors.
For families, there will be a variety of free activities to keep the little ones entertained while you soak up the summer vibes. Follow Downtown New West on Facebook for the latest news and updates.
Presented by Downtown New West BIA and presented by Douglas College, in partnership with the City of New Westminster, Tourism New West, and the Port of Vancouver.
