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Pacific Contact 2026 – Sponsorship

Why Sponsor?

Sponsors make a meaningful contribution to the success of Pacific Contact while supporting the regional network of live performing arts in BC. Pacific Contact connects presenters, festivals, artists, artistic companies, agents, managers, funders and other industry professionals from BC and across Canada. Join us in shaping the future of the performing arts – your support truly makes a difference.

Sponsors will be recognized and appreciated across multiple tiers, each offering a unique set of benefits tailored to their level of support. Depending on the contribution, sponsors may receive various forms of acknowledgment. This ensures that sponsors gain meaningful visibility and value for their contributions.

Acknowledgement D-NONE

  • Acknowledgment by hosts between showcases and at various times throughout the conference, including special mention at the Closing Dinner & Awards Ceremony.
  • Acknowledgement on signage at all events.
  • Where possible, we will place tent cards on the tables at the meeting/event you sponsor.
  • Acknowledgment and your logo are in the printed program guide. This includes the general thank-you page and a specific sponsorship area.
  • Acknowledgement on the BC Live website and our social media channels.
  • Sponsors are also featured in our post-conference report, which is shared with delegates, funders, and sponsors.

Download Sponsor Acknowledgment Opportunities

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View 2025 Program Guide (9.1 MB)

Sponsorship Opportunities

Showcases at the Port Theatre: $500 each

  • Showcase 1
  • Showcase 2 – Family Showcase (Part 1 & 2)
  • RESERVED: Showcase 3
  • Showcase 4

Pitch & Performs: $500 each

  • Friday, October 2 – VICC Shaw Auditorium
  • RESERVED Saturday, October 3 – VICC Shaw Auditorium

Registration Desk Services / Contact Room: $500 each

  • RESERVED Registration Desk Services – Thursday to Saturday
  • Contact Room – Friday, October 2
  • Contact Room – Saturday, October 3

Network & Other Meetings

Coffee/tea are included in sponsorship.

  • RESERVED Thursday, October 1 – Venue Managers & Job Alike meetings: $1,500
  • Thursday, October 1 – Festivals: $300
  • RESERVED Thursday, October 1 – Artist/Artistic Companies: $300
  • Thursday, October 1 – Agents/Managers: $300
  • Sunday, October 4 – Block Booking for Presenters/Festivals: $500

Professional Development: $500 each

  • Thursday, October 1 – Spotlight on Marketing (Part 1 – Workshop 1)
  • Thursday, October 1 – Spotlight on Marketing (Part 1 – Workshop 2)
  • Thursday, October 1 – Spotlight on Marketing (Part 2 – Workshop 1)
  • Thursday, October 1 – Spotlight on Marketing (Part 2 – Workshop 2)
  • Thursday, October 1 – Slow Social Workshop 1
  • Thursday, October 1 – Slow Social Workshop 2
  • Friday, October 2 – Panel 1
  • Friday, October 2 – Peer Panels
  • Saturday, October 3 – Knowledge Cafe by CAPACOA

Hospitality

Refreshment Breaks at Vancouver Island Conference Centre (includes coffee/tea): $400 each

  • Thursday mid-morning
  • Thursday Afternoon
  • Friday Mid-Morning
  • Friday Afternoon
  • Saturday Mid-Morning
  • Saturday Afternoon

Late Night Hospitality – Bistro at the Marriott Courtyard Hotel: $500 each
10:00 pm to 12:30 am. Includes 2 comp drink tickets per sponsor.

  • RESERVED: Thursday, October 1
  • RESERVED: Friday, October 2
  • Saturday, October 3

Reception, Lunch & Closing Dinner/Awards

  • Thursday, October 1 – Opening Reception: $750
  • Friday, October 2 – Lunch: $500
  • Saturday, October 3 – Closing Dinner & Awards Ceremony: $300 (unlimited)

This year, the awards presentation will take place following dinner.

Reserve by Friday, August 21

Book before August 21st to have your logo included in the printed program guide. After you have reserved your sponsorship, a BC Live team member will follow up with you regarding payment.

Reserve Your Sponsorship

Questions?

For questions about sponsorship, please contact Sheryl McGraw at sheryl@bclive.ca.