Roy Henry Vickers has been named the BC Arts CouncilB次元官网网址檚 inaugural Elder-in-Residence.
The provincial government announced VickersB次元官网网址� new position on Wednesday, March 26, calling it B次元官网网址渁 significant step forward toward learning and promoting Indigenous knowledge within the arts community.B次元官网网址�
B次元官网网址淎t the heart of our governmentB次元官网网址檚 commitment to the arts and culture sector is people - valuing diverse cultures and creating a space for everyone,B次元官网网址� said Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport Lana Popham through the announcement. B次元官网网址淭hrough the Elder-in-Residence role, we are supporting a more dynamic cultural environment for all British Columbians and taking action toward reconciliation.B次元官网网址�
The announcement adds that the BC Arts Council created the new role B次元官网网址渋n recognition of the importance of Indigenous perspectives, cultural expression and self determination.B次元官网网址�
The venerable Vickers, who has Tsimshian, Haida and Heiltsuk heritage, is expected to help guide the councilB次元官网网址檚 actions, support community projects and offer mentoring opportunities for Indigenous artists.
B次元官网网址淲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,B次元官网网址� said Parliamentary Secretary of Arts and Film Bob DB次元官网网址橢ith. B次元官网网址淚tB次元官网网址檚 all about learning from Indigenous wisdom, promoting healing and bringing people together through culture. I canB次元官网网址檛 wait to see how RoyB次元官网网址檚 presence will enrich the arts community.B次元官网网址�
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.
B次元官网网址淚B次元官网网址檓 proud to be the first Elder-in-Residence for the BC Arts Council,B次元官网网址� he said. B次元官网网址淭his role allows me to serve both my local community and the larger arts community. IB次元官网网址檓 looking forward to sharing my perspectives and stories, and working with the council to support artists across the province.B次元官网网址�
The announcement adds that the Elder-in-Residence will receive a $10,000 fellowship grant annually through the BC Arts CouncilB次元官网网址檚 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,B次元官网网址� it reads. B次元官网网址淭his role will also provide enhanced visibility and access to Indigenous arts, culture and knowledge for British Columbians, enriching diverse perspectives and experiences.B次元官网网址�
Vickers previously served on the BC Arts Council from 2019-2023.
B次元官网网址淩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,B次元官网网址� said Arts Council chair Sae-Hoon Stan Chung. B次元官网网址淭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.B次元官网网址�
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