Vancouver Visual Art Foundation
The Vancouver Visual Art Foundation (VVAF) is a non-profit organisation that produces events and programs across British Columbia to strengthen the cultural sector and connect visual art with the community. VVAF celebrates and supports visual artists and art initiatives through community-based events, festivals, exhibitions, and classes, with a focus on improving public access to the arts.
Its vision is to create premiere events and a signature destination that brings global attention to the visual arts. By welcoming both local and international audiences, VVAF fosters a positive and supportive environment that encourages artists and the public to express themselves freely.
Address: 570 Granville St Unit 900, Vancouver, BC V6C 3P1
Phone: 604-682-7301
Website: vanvaf.com
Organisation Details
Installation setup available
• N/A
Artists of interest
• local artists
• regional artists
• national artists
• international artists
Mediums / genres of focus
• contemporary art
• Indigenous art
• media art
• public art
• sculptural work
• socially engaged practices
CARFAC membership
No
Does your organisation offer memberships?
Yes
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Relationship with First Nations and Indigenous communities
• First Nations and Indigenous artists have been invited to participate in events, programs, and exhibitions
Diversity / anti-racism / decolonisation statement
• yes
Current and future commitments
• celebrating and acknowledging Indigenous artists during National Indigenous History Month and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• providing media coverage and career support throughout the year
Awareness of Indigenous Protocols
Yes
Land acknowledgements offered
• during events and programs
• on website
• in email signatures
Identified power dynamics and actions
N/A
Accessibility
• elevators
• image and video descriptions for in-person content
• room/hallway dimension maps
• wheelchair accessibility
Opportunities for Emerging Artists
• exhibitions
• mentorships
• workshops
• exhibitions with partners
• career development opportunities
• grant support
Submission Process
Exhibition selection
• programming committee or jury
• calls for submissions / requests for proposals
Additional showcasing options
• artist talks
• art markets and fairs
• auctions
• community programming (member shows, etc.)
• workshops
Supports for exhibiting artists
• listings and newsletters
• social media promotion
• press releases
• printed marketing materials (catalogues, transit shelter ads, etc.)
CARFAC Fees
Exhibitions
• performance
• exhibition in other public places
• work in public
Digital programming
N/A
Non-commercial reproductions
N/A
Commercial reproductions
N/A
Artist professional services
• presentation and consultation fees
• preparation fees
• installation fees
Other Support for Artists
Accessibility supports
• ramps
• grant writing support
• alternative submission formats (video submissions, etc.)
• consultations
Compensation
• artwork sales and commissions
• CARFAC fees
• gallery shop sales
• honourariums
