VANCOUVER, February 13, 2025

When cultural institutions and universities work together, they create vibrant spaces where art and knowledge meet. This enhances education, facilitates access to culture and strengthens bonds with the community.

Today, Taleeb Noormohamed, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Member of Parliament (Vancouver Granville), announced an investment of $300,000 in the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia. He was joined by the Honourable Joyce Murray, Member of Parliament (Vancouver Quadra). He made this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage.

Thanks to this investment, provided through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, the Chan Centre will be able to upgrade essential equipment at two of its venues (the Chan Shun Concert Hall and the Telus Studio Theatre), bringing its technical capabilities in line with contemporary industry standards. It will also be able to replace the sound consoles and digital projection system to offer artists and audiences an immersive experience that meets current standards.

These improvements are part of a multi-phase modernization project at the Chan Centre. It includes the purchase and installation of specialized equipment, including front-of-house, monitor and recording consoles, and a digital projector system. By upgrading its equipment, the Centre will be able to keep attracting world-renowned artists while supporting student projects and the next generation of creators.

The Chan Centre plays a key role in the cultural life of Vancouver and beyond. These enhancements, which strengthen the Chan Centre's technical infrastructure, will also support the work of the Chan Centre and the University of British Columbia to give artists and students state-of-the-art tools to create, learn and share their passion.