Tag: Latinamerica

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 | Art Exhibition

Britannia Art Gallery 1661 Napier Street, 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 […]

Re:Location Season 2 Online Premiere – Episode 2 Yaimel Lopez

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 […]

Re:Location Season 2 Online Premiere – Episode 3 Carol Mendes

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 […]

Latin American Short Stories Reading Group – January

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

VLACC is excited to host the January edition of a reading group for anyone passionate about Latin American literature. Join us for an engaging discussion of three Brazilian short stories: “Lion” (2010) by Luisa Geisler, “Sparks” (2012) by Carol Bensimon, and “Lettuce Nights” (2013) by Vanessa Barbara. The session will be facilitated by Professor Alessandra Santos and promises to be a thought-provoking […]

Re:Location Season 2 Online Premiere | Episode 4: Alvaro Rojas

VLACC's YouTube Channel 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 release a new documentary monthly on […]

Re:Location Season 2 Online Premiere | Episode 5: Pedro Chamale

VLACC's YouTube Channel Vancouver, B.C.

Re:Location Season 2 profiles five talented Latin American artists as they navigate the complexities of building their careers while staying connected to their cultural roots. Each short documentary provides an intimate glimpse into their challenges and triumphs, revealing how their experiences in Canada have shaped their artistic identities. A new documentary will be released monthly […]

Translating Rosario Castellanos: A Dance and Literary Tribute

Vancouver Public Library - Central Branch Vancouver, B.C.

Translating Rosario Castellanos: A Dance and Literary Tribute Date: Friday, May 9, 2025 Time: 12 pm - 1 pm Location: Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch – Grand Staircase, Level 8 (350 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6B 6B1) This is a FREE event, but registration is required. Please use the following link to save your […]

Preguntas a Rosario | A Community Workshop

Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, B.C.

Move, Reflect, and Bring Rosario Castellanos’ Poetry to Life Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre - Room B (181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver) What if poetry could move you—literally? What if words could transform the way you see yourself and the world around you? […]

Seeds of Resistance – An Interdisciplinary Tribute to Rosario Castellanos’ Life and Work

Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, B.C.

Join us for an evening of reflection and artistic expression as we celebrate the centennial of Rosario Castellanos—one of Mexico’s most influential writers, poets, and intellectuals. Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Location: Exhibition Hall and Performance Centre - Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre - 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver. A […]

Destellos de Paz – Un encuentro familiar lleno de alegría, arte y espíritu navideño | In Spanish

The Greenhouse Studio 1885 Venables St, Vancouver, British Columbia

VLACC está emocionado de traer de vuelta “Destellos de Paz”, un divertido evento comunitario en español, creado para reunir a familias con niños de 3 a 8 años y celebrar el espíritu y la cultura navideña latinoamericana. Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025 Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Location: Greenhouse Studio, first floor (entrance at […]