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Entering its 21st year, the Gender Equity in Media Festival (GEMFest), formerly Vancouver International Women in Film Festival (VIWFF), showcases an impressive line-up of short and feature-length films (narrative, documentary, experimental and animation) by established and emerging women and gender diverse filmmakers from around the world.
Founded in 2019, StrideFest is a volunteer-led arts initiative dedicated to building community through the arts in Burnaby, BC. Through accessible programming and imaginative placemaking, StrideFest continues to amplify local creative voices and spark meaningful connections across the city. An art installation in a library? Poetry in the streets? Tiny
“…the musicians here offer us a moment of poignant emotion.” – La Scena Musicale Partners in life and on stage, the Fedorova & Takser Piano Duo - hailed for their extraordinary chemistry and virtuosity - bring the thrilling sound of two grand pianos to Christ Church Cathedral for a special