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Splash 2025 Unveiled: Art, Impact, and Inspiration

Arts Umbrella’s iconic Splash Art Auction – presented by Nicola Wealth and co-chaired by Christie Garofalo and Bruce Munro Wright, O.B.C. – returns for its 43rd year, continuing its legacy of changing young lives through the power of art. A cornerstone of Vancouver’s cultural calendar, Splash 2025 invites the public to experience art in ways...

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Kasondra Herrendorf-Cohen: Rooted in Purpose Early

From her earliest days, Kasondra Herrendorf-Cohen has carried within her a profound sense of purpose. Shaped by a family legacy steeped in community leadership and philanthropy, she learned to see privilege not as an entitlement but as a call to action. Even as a young girl in Vancouver, she witnessed how one person’s generosity could...

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Inside QMUNITY’s Exclusive Art Curation Reveal for Vancouver’s New 2SLGBTQ+ Community Hub

On the evening of May 22, QMUNITY welcomed a circle of dedicated supporters, community leaders, and art enthusiasts into the home of Bruce Munro Wright for an intimate gathering that marked a significant milestone in the organization’s evolution. The event served as the official unveiling of the art curation strategy for QMUNITY’s new community centre—a...

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Jean Paul Riopelle: A Dazzling Retrospective at the Vancouver Art Gallery

In a remarkable celebration of one of Canada’s most visionary artists, the Vancouver Art Gallery unveils Riopelle: Crossroads in Time—a sweeping retrospective that honours the legacy and creative spirit of Jean Paul Riopelle (1923–2002). Presented in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada as part of the Jean Paul Riopelle Centenary, this landmark exhibition invites...

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A Night of Elegance & Purpose: The 2025 VSO Power of Music Gala

On the evening of April 3, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra welcomed over 600 distinguished guests to the Orpheum Theatre for its annual Power of Music Gala—a night that blended art, philanthropy, and celebration in one unforgettable experience. As one of Vancouver’s most anticipated cultural events, the Gala stood as both a tribute to the enduring...

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Robert Silverman x VMO x Vancouver Bach Choir: A Spring Concert for the Ages

The Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra‘s 2025 Spring Concert at the historic Orpheum theatre was a night to cherish. The grand stage welcomed an extraordinary line-up including legendary pianist Robert Silverman and the Vancouver Bach Choir. Under the baton of Maestro Ken Hsieh and chorus direction by Leslie Dala, the evening’s programme included Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy for...

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A Transformative Gift: The Freybe Collection Finds a Home at the Vancouver Art Gallery

The Vancouver Art Gallery is poised to redefine its legacy with the remarkable promised gift of 122 artworks from esteemed local collectors Brigitte and Henning Freybe. This extraordinary donation, decades in the making, reflects the Freybes’ enduring passion for art and their commitment to enriching the cultural fabric of their city. A Journey Through Art...

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Aleem Kassam’s Pink Pony Party at Barra Gitano Benefits QMUNITY

If you were anywhere near Barra Gitano in Vancouver’s West End this past weekend, you probably heard the buzz (and the beats) from Aleem Kassam‘s Pink Pony Party! Aleem, the award-winning interior designer and one of Canada’s best-dressed icons, turned 38 in true style—pink heels, a bejewelled cowboy hat, and a whole lot of fringe....

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Glamour, Gastronomy & Giving: Passions 2024 Raises $228,000 for Dr. Peter Centre

At the end of last month, Granville Island’s Performance Works was transformed into a red-carpet affair for Passions 2024, one of Vancouver’s most anticipated culinary fundraiser events. Presented by RBC, the evening brought together some of the city’s top chefs, food enthusiasts, and generous supporters to raise funds for the Dr. Peter Centre‘s vital Food...

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Hosted by WORTH, ‘Yes Shef’ Returns to Celebrate Women in the Culinary Arts

One of BC’s most anticipated culinary events is back! Yes Shef returned for an engaging evening at the prestigious Fairmont Pacific Rim. The exclusive evening, hosted by WORTH Association, celebrates the remarkable contributions of women in the food and beverage industry. Yes Shef is a powerful gathering where seasoned chefs honour the importance of nurturing new talent,...

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