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50th Anniversary Dinner & Awards Ceremony

Saturday, October 3, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

This year’s 50th Anniversary Dinner & Awards Ceremony will take place at the Vancouver Island Convention Centre’s Mount Benson Ballrooms. The evening will feature a reception, buffet and the Pacific Contact Award Ceremony.

Enjoy a delicious meal and meaningful conversations in a festive setting. The 50th Anniversary Dinner & Awards Ceremony is a memorable finale that brings us together in appreciation, camaraderie, and joy. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a cherished tradition that perfectly caps off the conference experience.

Each year, the BC Live Awards bring together the most vibrant and influential voices in the arts community for an unforgettable celebration of excellence. Recognizing this excellence shines a spotlight on the dedication, creativity, and impact of individuals and organizations within the arts community. BC Live members come together to nominate and honour outstanding presenters, festivals, agents, managers, artistic companies, and individual artists who have made remarkable contributions to the cultural landscape.

The anticipation builds as the community awaits the announcement of this year’s winners, who are then celebrated with a distinguished Award at the highly anticipated Award Ceremony.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring evening where innovation, artistry, and achievement come to life.

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You’re Invited: 50th Anniversary Dinner

Don’t miss out on this memorable celebration to reflect and to look ahead to the future of BC Live and Pacific Contact. Join us for our 50th Anniversary Dinner and celebration at Pacific Contact 2026 on Saturday, October 3 at the Vancouver Island Convention Centre. Those who are not already registered for Pacific Contact 2026 – including past staff, board, members, and guests – are invited to register for dinner as a flexible ‘choose-your-own-price’ with options ranging from low-cost to no-cost.

 

A Note on Meal Contributions

We offer meals on a sliding scale to ensure everyone can participate regardless of financial capacity. Choose the tier that best reflects what’s possible for you right now – every contribution helps us keep this event accessible. Please note that while we are unable to accommodate individual allergy requests, we will have gluten-free and vegan options available to support those with specific dietary needs.

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