About the BC Gallery Catalogue
Our new BC Gallery Catalogue intends to provide information to artists and the general public about a spectrum of visual arts organizations, including arts councils, virtual or online artist collectives, artist run centres, public and commercial galleries, presentation spaces, museums, and Indigenous cultural organizations.
We hope to cultivate a better understanding of artist fee payments, cultural safety and accessibility. We aim to provide a resource highlighting diverse opportunities for artists in British Columbia, and to support artists in deciding where to submit their work and detail the different professional paths available to them. You can learn more about how the map is used by different arts organizations by watching our panel discussion below.
Art organizations across the province is encouraged to participate, regardless of whether or not they see themselves as a “gallery,” the questions can be found here, and when you are ready to fill out and submit your information, you can do so on that page via the form.
BC Gallery Catalogue
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Categories: Arts Council, Community Centre, Craft, Festival, Public Art Gallery/Museum, Queer Art Space, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
The Abbotsford Arts Council serves as a resource for local artists, supporting creativity and community engagement through exhibitions, events, festivals, and arts programming. The council fosters a vibrant arts culture by promoting artists’ work, offering creative opportunities, and strengthening community appreciation for the arts across Abbotsford.
Address: 2387 Ware St, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6Z6
Phone: 604-852-9358
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Categories: Artist Co-op, Artist Run Centre, Public Art Gallery/Museum, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
arc.hive is an artist-run centre supporting inclusive, collaborative contemporary art practices, including visual art, performance, writing, video, and sound. Since 2017, it has hosted exhibitions, performances, open studios, juried shows, workshops, school visits, and community events. The centre provides accessible studio spaces and actively supports emerging artists through programming, mentorship, and community engagement.
Address: 770B Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC
Phone:Not provided
Website: arc-hivearc.org
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Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum
Description:
Art Works Gallery promotes, represents, and sells the work of contemporary Canadian artists. The gallery supports artist development, encourages ongoing creative growth, and connects collectors with high-quality artworks across media.
Address: 1536 Venables St, Vancouver, BC V5L 2G9
Phone: 604-688-3301
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Categories: Artist Run Centre
Description:
Arts Assembly is a community-centric, anti-oppressive arts organization supporting socially engaged and research-based interdisciplinary practice. It centres collaborative creation, equitable governance, and programming that uplifts women, trans, non-binary, and 2-Spirit artists.
Address: 207-925 W 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC
Phone: 647-261-5057
Website: artsassembly.ca
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Categories: Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
The Arts Factory is a 21,000 sq ft mixed-use facility offering studios, workshops, offices, and cultural space. It supports emerging and established artists working in sculpture, painting, textiles, ceramics, and fabrication-based practices.
Address: 281 Industrial Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 2P3
Phone: 778-819-6805
Website: artsfactorysociety.ca
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Categories: Media Arts/Film, Public Art Gallery/Museum, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
The Bateman Foundation advances environmental education through art. Its exhibitions, public programs, and collaborations highlight human–nature relationships and foster ecological awareness.
Address: 470 Belleville St, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9
Phone: 250-940-3626
Website: batemanfoundation.org
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Categories: Media Arts/Film, Public Art Gallery/Museum, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
Centre A is Canada’s only public gallery dedicated to contemporary Asian and Asian-diasporic art. Located in Vancouver’s Chinatown, it presents exhibitions, public programs, mentorship opportunities, and critical dialogue exploring migration, identity, and intercultural exchange.
Address: 268 Keefer St Unit 205, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X5
Phone: 604-683-8326
Website: centrea.org
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Categories: Arts Council
Description:
The Cowichan Valley Arts Council operates a community art gallery and studio that showcases artists at all levels. It offers exhibitions, workshops, community events, and programs that make the visual arts accessible throughout the region.
Address: 2687 James St, Duncan, BC V9L 2X5
Phone: 250-746-1633
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Categories: Public Art Gallery/Museum, Academic Gallery
Description:
The Dal Schindell Gallery at Regent College presents visual art that inspires reflection on beauty, meaning, and the human experience. It hosts exhibitions by local and international artists, fostering dialogue across cultures and perspectives.
Address: 5800 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 2E4
Phone: 604-224-3245
Website: schindellgallery.ca
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Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum
Description:
Emptywall Canada is a commercial gallery supporting artists through sales, exhibitions, and exposure opportunities, connecting collectors with a wide range of contemporary artworks.
Address: 2987 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3J6
Phone: 778-668-6127
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Categories: Artist Co-op, Arts Council, Craft, Festival, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
The Enderby & District Arts Council supports local artistic development through exhibitions, workshops, markets, and education programs. It operates the Courtyard Gallery and Enderby Art Centre, creating accessible opportunities for artists to show and sell their work.
Address: 617 Cliff Ave, Enderby, BC V0E 1V0
Phone: 236-586-6600
Website: courtyardgallery.ca
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Categories: Indigenous Organization
Description:
Fazakas Gallery specializes in contemporary Indigenous art, representing both established and emerging artists. Its programming fosters dialogue on Indigenous cultural practices through exhibitions, events, and international outreach.
Address: 659 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1R2
Phone: 604-876-2729
Website: fazakasgallery.com
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Categories: Artist Run Centre, Disability Art
Description:
Gallery Gachet supports artists who face mental health barriers, trauma, disability, or poverty. It provides exhibition space, studio programs, workshops, and community-engaged initiatives aimed at artistic empowerment and social justice.
Address: 9 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G4
Phone: 604-687-2468
Website: gachet.org
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Categories: Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
Griffin Art Projects is a non-profit cultural space offering exhibitions, residencies, public programming, and curatorial outreach. It supports local and international contemporary art through research, dialogue, and community engagement.
Address: 1174 Welch St, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B2
Phone: 604-985-0136
Website: griffinartprojects.ca
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Categories: Academic Gallery
Description:
Hatch Gallery is UBC’s student-run exhibition space operated by the AMS. It supports emerging artists through exhibitions, programming, and creative experimentation.
Address: 6133 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1
Phone: 778-938-9293
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Categories: Artist Run Centre, Community Centre, Festival, Public Art Gallery/Museum, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
Island Mountain Arts fosters artistic development through workshops, residencies, exhibitions, and performances. The organization strengthens rural cultural life and supports emerging and established artists.
Address: 2323 Pooley St, Wells, BC V0K 2R0
Phone: 250-994-3466
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Categories: Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
The Kamloops Art Gallery presents innovative exhibitions, educational programs, and a permanent collection that engages diverse audiences with contemporary and historical art.
Address: 465 Victoria St #101, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A9
Phone: 250-377-2700
Website: kag.bc.ca -
Categories: Community Centre, Craft, Festival, Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
Le Centre promotes Francophone arts, culture, and language in Vancouver. It hosts exhibitions, performances, classes, festivals, and community events that support French-speaking and Francophile artists.
Address: 1551 W 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1S1
Phone: 604-736-9806
Website: lecentreculturel.com
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Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
Lipont Gallery showcases contemporary art by Vancouver-based and international artists. With flexible exhibition space, LED screens, and accessible facilities, it supports diverse artistic practices and community collaborations.
Address: 4211 No. 3 Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 2C3
Phone: 604-285-9975
Website: lipontgallery.ca -
Metchosin ArtPod
Categories: Artist Run Centre, Public Art Gallery/Museum, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
Metchosin ArtPod is an artist-run collective offering juried exhibitions, workshops, open studios, talks, and drop-in programs. It supports emerging artists, inclusive community engagement, and rural cultural development.
Address: Venue in Metchosin, BC (Website lists no civic address)
Phone:Not provided
Website: metchosinartpod.ca
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Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum
Description:
MRG supports emerging and mid-career artists through exhibitions, projects, and international engagement. The gallery fosters dialogue within Vancouver’s Strathcona arts community.
Address: 602 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1R1
Phone: 604-339-2096
Website: monicareyesgallery.com
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Categories: Artist Run Centre, Indigenous Organization, Queer Art Space, Disability Art
Description:
Other Sights produces artist-led public art projects that examine public space, civic conditions, and collective experience. It collaborates with artists, communities, and cultural partners to activate non-gallery environments.
Address: 3810 Commercial St, Vancouver, BC V5N 4G2
Phone: 604-362-2484
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Categories: Artist Run Centre
Description:
Oxygen Art Centre is a rural artist-run space offering education, residencies, exhibitions, and events. Its programming emphasizes experimentation, accessibility, and community engagement.
Address: 320 Vernon St, Nelson, BC V1L 4E4
Phone: 250-352-6322
Website: oxygenartcentre.org -
Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum, Artist Co-op, Craft, Public Art Gallery/Museum, Queer Art Space, Venue for Events/Happenings, Disability Art
Description:
Pacific Arts Market provides space for local artists to create, exhibit, and sell their work in an inclusive, supportive environment. The venue hosts markets, workshops, talks, and exhibitions.
Address: 1450 W Broadway #1448, Vancouver, BC
Phone: 778-877-6449
Website: pacificartsmarket.ca -
Categories: Arts Council, Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
Ptarmigan Arts provides creative opportunities for island communities through workshops, exhibitions, residencies, and inclusive arts programming. It supports artists of all ages and abilities.
Address: 3-4301 Bedwell Harbour Rd, Pender Island, BC V0N 2M1
Phone: 250-885-2688
Website: ptarmiganarts.org
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Categories: Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
Richmond Public Library hosts rotating community art exhibitions that foster creativity, learning, and connection. The Art Wall supports local artists and enriches public engagement with visual art.
Address: 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC V6Y 1R9
Phone: 604-231-6407
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Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum, Artist Co-op, Artist Run Centre, Craft, Media Arts/Film, Public Art Gallery/Museum, Queer Art Space, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
Slice of Life provides accessible exhibition space for handmade and contemporary art, supporting emerging creators through markets, exhibitions, workshops, and community events.
Address: 1636 Venables St, Vancouver, BC V5L 2H2
Phone: 604-707-0708
Website: slicevancouver.ca -
Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum
Description:
Steffich Fine Art represents leading contemporary artists and showcases sculpture, painting, and mixed media on Salt Spring Island.
Address: 115 Fulford-Ganges Rd #3103, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2T9
Phone: 250-537-8448
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Categories: Arts Council, Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
The Summerland Art Gallery supports emerging artists, presents diverse exhibitions, and offers arts education programs that encourage new perspectives and creativity.
Address: 9525 Wharton St, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0
Phone: 250-494-4494
Website: summerlandarts.com
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Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum
Description:
The Avenue Gallery showcases contemporary Canadian fine art, including painting, sculpture, glass, and jewellery. It attracts collectors locally and internationally.
Address: 2184 Oak Bay Ave, Victoria, BC V8R 1G3
Phone: 250-598-2184
Website: theavenuegallery.com
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Categories: Artist Run Centre, Municipality, Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
The CVAA promotes local visual artists by offering exhibition and marketing opportunities, workshops, and community engagement programs.
Address: 9201 Corbould St, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4A6
Phone: 604-392-8000
Website: oconnorgroupartgallery.com -
Categories: Artist Co-op, Artist Run Centre, Queer Art Space, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
The James Black Gallery supports emerging artists with studio space, exhibitions, and community programming. It operates as a queer-led hub for experimental, multidisciplinary practice.
Address: 144 E 6th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1J5
Phone: 778-835-9819
Website: thejamesblack.gallery
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Categories: For Profit Gallery/Museum, Venue for Events/Happenings
Description:
THIS Gallery provides a flexible exhibition venue for artists and curators, offering shows, workshops, and community events that support creative engagement.
Address: 108 E Broadway (back alley entrance) Vancouver, BC V5T 1V9
Phone: 778-316-4722
Website:thisgallery.org -
Categories: Festival, Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
VVAF strengthens BC’s cultural sector through festivals, exhibitions, mentorships, and community programs that make visual art accessible to diverse audiences.
Address: 570 Granville St #900, Vancouver, BC V6C 3P1
Phone: 604-682-7301
Website: vanvaf.com
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Categories: Artist Co-op, Artist Run Centre, Public Art Gallery/Museum
Description:
Xchanges Gallery and Studios supports artists through affordable studios, exhibitions, and collaborative programming. It fosters creative exchange within Victoria’s artist community.
Address: 2333 Government St, Victoria, BC V8T 4P4
Phone: 250-382-0442
Website: xchangesgallery.org
BC Gallery Catalogue Map
Have you seen our Map? Want to learn more? We hosted a community discussion about creating the BC Gallery Catalogue. Hosted by Sidi Chen, the panel included various BC arts practitioners involved in the catalogue and map development. (Recording below) We’re proud of this work and welcome any continuing feedback you may have to offer to keep improving the resource.
The BC Gallery Catalogue Project is designed to inform artists and the general public about the spectrum of choices in visual arts support organizations, including arts councils, virtual or online artist collectives, artist-run centres, public and commercial galleries, presentation spaces, museums, and Indigenous cultural organizations.
Through this project, we collaborated with dozens of Arts, Culture, and other Non-Profit organizations to create an interactive map featuring all the places around the province that offer opportunities for artists at all stages of their careers. It is an ongoing project, and any organizations wishing to join can find more information here.
Organizations that are part of the map are encouraged to contact us for any feedback, questions, and to request updates or changes at bc@carfac.ca.