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President
Leads CIAMS governance and long-term programming strategy.
About CIAMS
Connecting cultures through music and the arts
The Canadian International Arts and Music Society creates performance, education, and community opportunities for young artists across Vancouver and beyond.
Tutor story
A calm, encouraging place to practice
CIAMS was founded to help young musicians grow through high-quality performance opportunities, international collaboration, and community-centered programming.
Our values
What guides our work
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Artistic excellence
We create high-quality performance opportunities that challenge and inspire young musicians.
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Cultural exchange
Our programs connect artists, educators, and audiences across communities and borders.
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Community impact
CIAMS strengthens local arts participation through festivals, education, and collaboration.
Our story
Milestones along the way
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2010
CIAMS founded
The society begins creating performance and education opportunities for young artists in Vancouver.
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2015
International festival growth
Festival programming expands to welcome artists and educators from across Canada and abroad.
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2020
Digital outreach
Online masterclasses and virtual recitals extend CIAMS programming beyond the concert hall.
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Today
A growing arts community
CIAMS continues to connect students, teachers, donors, and partners through year-round events.
Board of directors
Leadership and governance
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Vice President
Supports festival planning, partnerships, and community outreach.
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Treasurer
Oversees financial stewardship and donor reporting.
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Director
Contributes expertise in arts education and event development.
Advisors
Artistic and community guidance
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Artistic advisor
Provides guidance on programming, adjudication, and artist development.
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Education advisor
Supports masterclasses, workshops, and student learning pathways.
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Community advisor
Helps connect CIAMS with schools, institutions, and local partners.
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International advisor
Advises on cross-cultural exchange and visiting artist engagement.
Partners & donors
Organizations that support our work
CIAMS is grateful for the support of partners, sponsors, donors, and institutions that help us bring arts programming to more communities.
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Next step
Let's talk about our goals
Join us as a donor, volunteer, sponsor, or collaborator and help CIAMS expand access to music and cultural exchange.