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Punto de Encuentro |Grants for Individual Artists: A Practical Workshop

T Gallery - Langara College Langara College - T Gallery (T Building, Campus West Side) - 100 W 49th Ave, Vancouver, B.C.

Are you an artist or cultural worker looking to navigate the world of public arts funding? This hands-on session is designed for artists seeking clarity and confidence when applying for grants. Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025 Time: 2:30 - 4:30 pm Location: Langara College - T Gallery (T Building, Campus West Side) - 100 W […]

Latin Expressions 2025 Opening Night

St. James Community Square 3214 W 10th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is thrilled to launch Latin Expressions 2025 with a night that brings our community together to celebrate Latin American Heritage Month. Join us for an evening that blends music, culture, and connection. Experience the vibrant sounds of the local band Mazacote, performing their signature live Latin rhythms, and let DJ Diana Mulata guide us […]

Vessels: A Visual Journey Through Latin America’s Open Veins | Screening and Talkback

Reliance Theatre at Emily Carr University 520 E 1st Avenue, Vancouver, B.C.

Join us for a powerful evening of art, memory, and conversation as we present the Vancouver premiere of Vessels, an animated short film by Cuban artist Yaimel López, with music composition and sound design by Alexandre Klinke. Inspired by The Open Veins of Latin America by Eduardo Galeano, this animated film explores the violent legacy […]

The Secret Agent | Film Screening

Vancouver Playhouse 600 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, B.C.

**Please note: Tickets for this film are currently on standby, which means advance sales may be sold out. A limited number of tickets may become available at the door just before the screening begins (from returns or unused complimentary tickets). Additional tickets could also be released online, so we encourage you to check the VIFF […]

Fire Never Dies: The Tina Modotti Project  Premiere

The Cultch 1895 Venables Street, Vancouver, B.C.

In Fire Never Dies: The Tina Modotti Project, best-selling author and Electric Company Core Artist Carmen Aguirre explores the intersection of art and revolution through the life of Italian photographer and activist Tina Modotti. Modotti’s story unfolds in 1920s Mexico City, where her art flourished and she engaged with icons like Frida Kahlo and Diego […]

Community Milonga 

Vancouver Playhouse 600 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, B.C.

Join us for an evening of dance, connection, and community, no experience required!  Whether you’re an experienced dancer or curious to try tango for the first time, all are welcome at the Community Milonga (tango dance party). A milonga is a social dance gathering rooted in Argentine Tango and is celebrated as a lively, inclusive […]

Inside The Alchemist Heart: A Guided Tour with Dafne Blanco-Sarlay

The Cultch 1895 Venables Street, Vancouver, B.C.

Join us for a special guided tour with multidisciplinary artist Dafne Blanco-Sarlay, as she walks us through her powerful solo exhibition, The Alchemist Heart , a deeply personal journey through identity, memory, and the transformative power of art. Drawing from her Afro-Mexican and Jewish roots, her family’s history of migration and activism, and her lived […]

Latin American Reading Group | Latin Expressions Special Edition with Martha Bátiz

Granville Island Hotel 1253 Johnston St, Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is thrilled to present a special edition of our Latin American Short Stories Reading Group, in partnership with the Writers Fest and as part of Latin Expressions 2025, featuring acclaimed Mexican-Canadian writer Martha Bátiz. Join us for an engaging discussion centred on three of her powerful stories: “Svetlana of Montreal,” “The Audition,” and “Apartment […]

Latin American Studio Hop and Reception

Hackspace 1601 Venables St, Vancouver, B.C.

Join us in celebrating Latin American Heritage Month with a specially curated studio hop highlighting Latin American voices in Vancouver, presented as part of VLACC’s Latin Expressions program. Guided by curator and art historian Miret Rodríguez, this event offers an intimate opportunity to step inside three artists’ studios, hear directly about their practices, and reflect […]

Día de Muertos: Interdisciplinary Embodiment Workshop

Canucks Family Education Centre 1655 William St, Vancouver, B.C.

Facilitator Carla Alcántara leads us through a workshop that is a unique celebration of Mexican culture and a heartfelt tribute to our deceased loved ones. Through a dynamic, interdisciplinary approach, participants will explore movement and dance cues accompanied by live music. Together, we will weave a collective ofrenda (shrine) using provided crafts and materials, honouring the traditions that unite […]

Latin American Short Stories Reading Group | November

Britannia Community Centre - Conference Room 1661 Napier Street, Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is pleased to present another session of our reading group dedicated to Latin American short stories. Join us for an engaging discussion on "Hell So Feared" (1957) by Juan Carlos Onetti and "Emma Zunz" (1949) by Jorge Luis Borges — two masterful stories from the mid-20th century that delve into power, fear, and moral […]

Brazilian Coffee Experience at Mogiana Coffee

Mogiana Coffee 7037 Antrim Ave, Burnaby, B.C.

Join us for a delicious and engaging morning as we celebrate the rich culture of Brazilian coffee! This immersive event will take you from farm to cup with stories, brewing demonstrations, and tastings using three classic methods: Aeropress, French Press, and Pour Over. We’ll begin with a conversation about the history of coffee in Brazil, […]