[BCMA] Fwd: Shovel Ready Heritage Update - important

[Moderated BCMA subscriber listserv.]

Hello everyone,

Heritage BC has passed along the following update on advocacy for potential
infrastructure funding for the heritage sector. I encourage you to read the
information below and consider taking steps to prepare if you are
interested in infrastructure funding/support.


Greetings,



Our efforts to include heritage infrastructure projects in the Province’s
recovery planning is still ongoing and the Province continues to
demonstrate interest. I am hopeful the Province will make a final
announcement in the next week or two.



In the meantime, I want to pass along some information that has been shared
by a contact with the Province.



   1. Government is beginning to release components of its economic
   recovery response to COVID-19 after the engagement over the summer months:
    https://engage.gov.bc.ca/recoveryideas/
   2. The Province released the current economic plan which signals the
   plans for recovery: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020FIN0051-001698
   3. As government readies for rolling out economic recovery plans it
   would be advantageous for members to be prepared (for current open programs
   as well as any future programs).
   4. Most programs historically use application based programs which
   require the use of Business BCeIDs.
   5. Applicants will need to go through the process of seeking a Business
   BCeID prior to being able to apply:
   https://www.bceid.ca/register/business/getting_started/getting_started.aspx



*I cannot over stress the importance of 3 and 5. *



Like a number of the emergency programs, the turn-around will probably be
tight, so it would be wise for you to consider the scope of your
infrastructure project and what information you would typically need for a
grant application. Be prepared for quick action.



The fifth point is critical – *if you do not have a BCeID, you may not be
able to apply for funding.* If you do not already have a number, please
apply for a BCeID number today. I understand it typically takes two weeks
for application completion, although I do not know if COVID-19 has slowed
down the process.



I will keep you posted with other updates. Please let me know if you have
questions or you want to discuss your project.



Below is other news I think you will find helpful.



Best regards, Paul







*BC Heritage Awards Now Open for Nominations*



The BC Heritage Awards celebrates outstanding achievements and best
practices that have impacted and strengthened all forms of heritage as a
valued cultural resource in communities throughout British Columbia. The BC
Heritage Awards recognizes the achievements of individuals, organizations,
groups, businesses, and local and regional governments in communities
across BC. You can access information about the program and the nominations
form (along with a downloadable template) here
<https://heritagebc.ca/events-activities/heritage-awards/bc-heritage-awards/>
.



*BC Museums Association Virtual Conference*: Check out BCMA’s conference
programming here <http://museumsassn.bc.ca/conferences/2020-conference/>.



Funding programs currently open:

   1. *Project Assistance: Arts Infrastructure*

*The BC Arts Council program* offers funding in two categories: *Capital
Improvements* and *Specialized Equipment Acquisition.* Deadline: October
19. *Learn more
<https://www.bcartscouncil.ca/program/arts-infrastructure-program/>.*

   1. *Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program - British Columbia*

*Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure
<https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/funding-engagement-permits/funding-grants/investing-in-canada-infrastructure-program/community-culture-recreation>*
 - *Open Intake until October 1, 2020*

*Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure
<https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/funding-engagement-permits/funding-grants/investing-in-canada-infrastructure-program/rural-northern-communities>*
 - *Open Intake until October 22, 2020*

   1. *BCMA Micro-grants for Emerging and Diverse Professionals*
   BCMA is offering funding to support museum professionals with diverse
   experiences and ideas to create new online resources, workshops, and
   networking events. Deadline: September 18. *Learn more.
   <http://museumsassn.bc.ca/bcma-micro-grants-for-emerging-and-diverse-professionals/>*


   1. These and other funding programs are announced in our newsletter.
   Please *sign up here
   <https://us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2081f5d4b932bd1a9a4b4e743&id=1a27edef87>.*
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