Dora Awards Announced: In My Body Top Winner in Dance Division

In My Body and Legacy Tap Dance Concert were the dance productions with the most nominations

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One-off Lieutenant Governor Awards Recognize Excellence in Visual Arts, Music and Performance in B.C.

Ballet Kelowna and Dancers of Damelahamid were selected for their provincial reach, social equity and inclusion initiatives

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How Will Calgary’s Arts Commons Expansion Effect Dance in the City?

Does more theatre space necessarily mean more diversity in performance?

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Invigorate Features More Than Two Dozen Performers from Across Saskatchewan

306 Elite Dance Company connects dancers from different studios

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Whitehorse’s Dakhká Khwáan Dancers Named Lead Dance Group for Celebration 2024

The festival, held in Juneau, Alaska, is one of the largest gatherings of Southeast Alaska Native peoples

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Lola Award Recognizes Helen Walkley for Outstanding Contributions to Vancouver Dance

The award, in memory of Lola MacLaughlin, is presented to a mid-career/senior level choreographer every two years

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Little Red River Traditional Pow-Wow Honours Knowledge Keepers

The annual celebration welcomes everyone to witness First Nations traditions

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Dance Performers Across Canada Eligible for $2,500 for Living Expenses

Performers based in the Maritimes, the Prairies and the North are especially encouraged to apply

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Come Home Year: Kittiwake Dance Theatre Creates Opportunities for Professional Dancers in Newfoundland

The company, supported by the province’s Come Home Year initiative, offered free outdoor shows in regions where performances are rare

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New Support Line for Artists Facing Career Uncertainty Launches in Quebec

Parise Mongrain, the director of Confluence – Créateur de vocations, said the free and confidential conversations are there to help artists who feel shame about career changes

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How this Winnipeg Performance Went Almost Completely Carbon Neutral

Bike and Circuses, presented by Green Kids Inc., addressed climate change not only in performance content but also in its creation process

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Rhythm Jewellery Creates Jewellery Inspired by Dance

The Saskatoon-based company fills a void in the market

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JOB OPPORTUNITY: BIPOC Guest Editor

Applications open until July 20

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Boreal Boogie: Outdoor Silent Discos in Yukon

Jen Massie created the nonprofit for people who might not feel comfortable attending public dance classes, or may not have access to them

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Team Canada Heads to Dance World Cup Finals in Spain

From June 24 to July 2, 40 Canadian dancers are competing on the world stage

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Stream of Dance Festival Brings Together More Than 30 Prairie Artists

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Children Prove to Be Essential Audience Members in Red Hot Tears’ Experimental Dance Lab

The lab benefited from the uninhibited atmosphere galvanized by its all-ages participants

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CURRENTLY IN DANCE EP. 1: Inside a Changing Institution

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A Look Inside the Ukrainian Shumka Dancers’ Decision to Tour

The directors discuss the company’s role in Canada in light of the war in Ukraine

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Ukrainian Dance Teacher and Students in Stephenville, N.L., Help Raise Funds for Ukraine

With other groups in the region, Anastasiia Rudenko and students raised $12,000 in relief funding

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Sandra Laronde and Aria Evans Awarded 2021 Johanna Metcalf Performing Arts Prizes

The Johanna Metcalf Foundation recognizes Ontario artists for creating a positive impact within the arts

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PODCAST: Introducing Currently in Dance with Esie Mensah

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The 60th Cypress Funstitute Welcomes Square and Round Dancers for a Weekend of Dancing and Workshops

The annual event returns to southwest Saskatchewan after a two-year hiatus

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First Look Program Returns in Newfoundland and Labrador

Dance community comes together for creators to stage their works-in-progress

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