Roy Henry Vickers has been named the BC Arts Councilsa国际传媒檚 inaugural Elder-in-Residence.
The provincial government announced Vickerssa国际传媒� new position on Wednesday, March 26, calling it sa国际传媒渁 significant step forward toward learning and promoting Indigenous knowledge within the arts community.sa国际传媒�
sa国际传媒淎t the heart of our governmentsa国际传媒檚 commitment to the arts and culture sector is people - valuing diverse cultures and creating a space for everyone,sa国际传媒� said Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport Lana Popham through the announcement. sa国际传媒淭hrough the Elder-in-Residence role, we are supporting a more dynamic cultural environment for all British Columbians and taking action toward reconciliation.sa国际传媒�
The announcement adds that the BC Arts Council created the new role sa国际传媒渋n recognition of the importance of Indigenous perspectives, cultural expression and self determination.sa国际传媒�
The venerable Vickers, who has Tsimshian, Haida and Heiltsuk heritage, is expected to help guide the councilsa国际传媒檚 actions, support community projects and offer mentoring opportunities for Indigenous artists.
sa国际传媒淲elcoming Roy as the first Elder-in-Residence at the BC Arts Council is a big step forward in supporting equity within the arts community,sa国际传媒� said Parliamentary Secretary of Arts and Film Bob Dsa国际传媒橢ith. sa国际传媒淚tsa国际传媒檚 all about learning from Indigenous wisdom, promoting healing and bringing people together through culture. I cansa国际传媒檛 wait to see how Roysa国际传媒檚 presence will enrich the arts community.sa国际传媒�
Vickers is a renowned artist and carver as well as a strong advocate for addiction and abuse recovery who has received numerous honours, including the Order of Canada.
The announcement of his new position was made at his gallery in Tofino, a town that boasts a municipal flag designed by him.
sa国际传媒淚sa国际传媒檓 proud to be the first Elder-in-Residence for the BC Arts Council,sa国际传媒� he said. sa国际传媒淭his role allows me to serve both my local community and the larger arts community. Isa国际传媒檓 looking forward to sharing my perspectives and stories, and working with the council to support artists across the province.sa国际传媒�
The announcement adds that the Elder-in-Residence will receive a $10,000 fellowship grant annually through the BC Arts Councilsa国际传媒檚 Strategic Investments budget.
Through the guidance and knowledge-sharing of the Elder-in-Residence, the BC Arts Council will continue working toward equity and reconciliation, playing a vital role in supporting and strengthening arts and culture communities,sa国际传媒� it reads. sa国际传媒淭his role will also provide enhanced visibility and access to Indigenous arts, culture and knowledge for British Columbians, enriching diverse perspectives and experiences.sa国际传媒�
Vickers previously served on the BC Arts Council from 2019-2023.
sa国际传媒淩oy had a significant impact as a council member and we are thrilled that he will be continuing to share his knowledge and worldview with council,sa国际传媒� said Arts Council chair Sae-Hoon Stan Chung. sa国际传媒淭he Elder-in-Residence role is about deepening relationships and collaboration and working together in a good way. We are honoured that Roy Henry Vickers will guide us on this journey.sa国际传媒�
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