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Posts tagged Festivals and Events Fund

Local festival calls for the renewal of B.C. festival fund

For 20 years, the Nanaimo Blues Festival has been bringing international and local blues music to Nanaimo’s backyard, but right now, they are wondering why provincial funding has not been renewed for an important fund.

Lauryn MackenzieMarch 6, 2025Nanaimo Blues Festival, Music, B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events Fund, Government of BC