Re:Location Season 2 Premiere
Vancouver, B.C.Watch the teaser: Join us for the Premiere of Re:Location Season 2. You are invited to an exclusive screening of Re:Location Season 2, followed by a Q&A with the featured […]
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An Evening with Lido Pimienta
Vancouver, B.C.VLACC is proud to present the phenomenal Lido Pimienta as the main event of its Latin Expressions series, commemorating Latin American Heritage Month. Prepare to be swept away by the […]
Latin American Reading Group | Latin Expressions Special Edition
Vancouver, B.C.We're excited to announce a special edition of our Latin American Short Stories Reading Group, part of the Latin Expressions series. This event welcomes anyone passionate about the rich narratives crafted by Latin American writers. Join us on Wednesday, October 16, at 6:30 pm at the SFU Vancouver Campus - Belzberg Library as we dive […]
Sing, Don’t Cry | Exhibition Visit with Angie Quintanilla Coates and Miret Rodriguez
Vancouver, B.C.Discover the vibrant spirit of Mexican culture at the Sing, Don't Cry exhibition by Angie Quintanilla Coates. Inspired by the anthem "Cielito Lindo," this showcase explores the persistent optimism of Mexican life through bold geometric forms and vivid colours. The exhibition reflects a journey from hardship to joy, embodying the mantra "Canta y no llores" […]
Self-Portrait of Translation: George McWhirter in Conversation
Poet, translator, and teacher George McWhirter was Vancouver’s first Poet Laureate and holds a startlingly impressive list of awards and honours since then, most recently as a translator from the Spanish of the 2024 Griffin Poetry Prize Winner, Self-Portrait in the Zone of Silence by Mexican novelist, activist, and journalist Homero Aridjis. In conversation with […]
Social Tango with Agustina Videla
Vancouver, B.C.Join us for three unforgettable evenings of tango with Agustina Videla, celebrated choreographer and Artistic Director of the Social Tango Project. Enjoy its fascinating rhythms and rich history, brought to […]
Día de Muertos: An interdisciplinary embodiment workshop with Carla Alcántara and Marco Esccer
Vancouver, B.C.Join us for "Día de Muertos": An interdisciplinary embodiment free workshop, a unique celebration of Mexican culture and a heartfelt tribute to our departed loved ones. Guided by the talented […]
Folil Trafün (Joining Roots) Festival Showcases – November 8
Vancouver, B.C.Connecting Indigenous Territories Through Films and Dialogue Join us for Folil Trafün (Joining Roots) festival showcases! Folil Trafün channels the power of films and dialogue to discuss themes of Indigenous Contested Lands and Rights of Nature. The showcases will explore how film and photography can advance the truth, reconciliation, and decolonization process within UBC and […]
Latin American Short Stories Reading Group – November
Vancouver, B.C.VLACC, in partnership with UBC, is thrilled to present the November session of our reading group. This program invites all who are interested in exploring short stories by Latin American authors. Join us on Tuesday, November 12, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the Britannia Community Centre’s Conference Room for a lively discussion of Woman […]
Re:Location Season 2 Online Premiere – Episode 1 with Andy Alvarez
Vancouver, B.C.Re:Location Season 2 profiles five talented Latin American artists as they navigate the complexities of their careers while staying connected to their cultural roots. Each short documentary offers an intimate look at their challenges and triumphs, reflecting on how their experiences in Canada have shaped their artistic identities. We will release a new documentary monthly on […]
Folil Trafün (Joining Roots) Festival Showcases – November 14
Vancouver, B.C.Connecting Indigenous Territories Through Films and Dialogue Join us for Folil Trafün (Joining Roots) festival showcases! Folil Trafün channels the power of films and dialogue to discuss themes of Indigenous Contested Lands and Rights of Nature. The showcases will explore how film and photography can advance the truth, reconciliation, and decolonization process within UBC and […]
Voices of Self-love Exhibition
Vancouver, B.C.Voices of Self-Love is a group exhibition that celebrates the powerful journey of self-love through stories of acceptance, belonging, nurture, and transformation. This past April, twelve Latin American women gathered at a local community center to participate in creative writing, painting, and sculpture workshops, courageously sharing their personal stories of self-discovery. Inspired by these moving […]