Why Move to Powell River?
Cultural Capitol:
Named Cultural Capital of Canada for 2004, Powell River has a strong focus on the arts. Powell River hosts events such as the annual Powell River Festival of the Performing Arts, the Powell River Film Festival, the Annual Festival of Writers, and many other musical and theatrical events. The International Choral Kathaumixw, a global gathering of choirs and conductors, featuring international concerts, choral and vocal solo competitions, concert tours, social events, workshops, and seminars, takes place every evenly numbered year.
The following links will provide more information:
http://www.powellriveracademy.org/prog_visual_arts.htm
http://www.powellrivermuseum.ca/index.html
http://www.discoverpowellriver.com/events
http://www.kathaumixw.org/main/main.htm
http://www.powellriverartists.com/
http://www.powellriverartscouncil.com/
http://www.powellriveracademy.org/conc_fest_vnts.htm
http://www.sunshinemusicfest.com/Home.html
http://www.powellriverdirect.com/community/groups_community.htm