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Reading by Carmen Rodríguez – A sneak-preview of ATACAMA, her upcoming novel

Vancouver, B.C.

On March 25, at 5:30 pm PST, award-winning , bilingual writer, educator and journalist Carmen Rodríguez will read from her upcoming novel ATACAMA, which will be released in the fall of 2021 by Fernwood Publishing. In her work, Rodríguez explores the interplay between historical events and personal lives. In and a body to remember with, […]

Open Doors to Art | Exhibition visit with Osvaldo Ramirez from the VAG

Online

Join us online on Thursday, April 15 for a unique exhibition visit with Salvadorian artist Osvaldo Ramirez. His work will be exhibited in the same space as Francisco Goya in the Vancouver Art Gallery! This session is part of our ongoing series "Open Doors to Art." Have you ever wondered what an artist`s studio looks […]

Screen Printing Night with Yaimel Lopez

Vancouver, B.C.

Learn the basics of screen printing, and practice these techniques at home with your family and friends. After this session, you will be able to independently learn more about how to be creative and play around with these versatile screen printing techniques.   Supplies you will need for the workshop: -Sheets of Paper (as many […]

Tertulia “Corrido and narcocorrido: Unique Mexican musical styles.”

Vancouver, B.C.

This talk approaches the "corrido" as a unique Mexican musical genre: what is the origin of "corridos"?, why and when were "corridos" first sung? Also, we`ll talk about this musical genre evolution, themes, and how it morphed into a new sub-genre: the so-called "narcocorrido" –which deals with drug cartel issues. This tertulia will be held […]

Racism(s): Latin America & Identity

Vancouver, B.C.

Racism(s): Latin America & Identity is a programming partnership between the Vancouver Latin American Cultural Centre and the Vancouver Public Library. Our intent is to explore the diversity of identities that form the Latin American experience, and help the public understand how Latin American immigrants in Canada experience racism and develop their sense of belonging. […]

Art Talk: “Muralism”, “Indigenism”, and Social Realism: Pride and Prejudice

Vancouver, B.C.

This month's Art Talk will focus on the outcomes and legacy of the muralismo and indigenismo movements that emerged in Mexico after the Revolución Zapatista. How influential were these movements for the rest of Latin America? What were the pros and cons of this revolutionary attitude for artists, critics, and the general public? Join us […]

Tertulia: “Que significa ser Afrolatin@? What does it mean to be Afrolatinx?”

Online

This Tertulia will touch on the complexities of the Afro-Latin identity, its many facets, challenges, and the importance of recognizing the African influence in Latin culture. How does the inclusion of Blackness look like in Latin America? How does that change in diaspora communities in Canada and why is it important to be having these […]

What is the role of an artist? | A conversation with Manuel Piña

Manuel Piña’s work invites us to rethink what art is, how it is diffused and what the role of an artist is. “Resisting cultural assimilation has become central to my practice and resulted in a very free (yet unresolved) relationship with images and mediums; the gallery and museum systems. As a teacher, I am interested […]

Morada do Caboclo – Photography Exhibition

Consulate General of Brazil in Vancouver 1111 Melville St #1050, Vancouver, BC

This photography exhibition in partnership with the Consulate of Brazil in Vancouver is open to all, but RSVP is needed. Please email cg.vancouver@itamaraty.gov.br advising the date and time of your visit. The Consulate is open Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 12 pm (noon). The photographic essay Morada do Caboclo proposes a reflection on the […]

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Verano de Colores [in Spanish]

Victoria Park 1425 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC

FREE event “Verano de colores” es un programa de dos eventos al aire libre a realizarse los sábados 10 y 24 de julio en el Victoria Park (1425 Victoria Dr., Vancouver) de 11:00 am – 12:00 pm. Las facilitadoras Ana Lorena Pérez (Ecuador) y María Helena Morales (Colombia) de Cacatúa Entertainment, nos estarán regalando una […]

Guided Exhibition Visit – Ari De La Mora’s Syncretism

The Beaumont Studios 2109 Alberta Street, Vancouver, BC

Exhibition visit  - Syncretism: New Works by Ari De La Mora Join us for this special visit to Ari de La Mora's new show. the artist and curator will be in attendance to give us an insight into this new body of work. Please RSVP and join us for a fun and enlightening Saturday afternoon. […]

Verano de Colores [in Spanish]

Victoria Park 1425 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC

FREE event “Verano de colores” es un programa de dos eventos al aire libre a realizarse los sábados 10 y 24 de julio en el Victoria Park (1425 Victoria Dr., Vancouver) de 11:00 am – 12:00 pm. Las facilitadoras Ana Lorena Pérez (Ecuador) y María Helena Morales (Colombia) de Cacatúa Entertainment, nos estarán regalando una […]