Gallery News

Photo (L-R) PS Debra Toporowski, PS Dana Lajeunesse, Minister Anna Kang, Minister Jennifer Whiteside, Interim Executive Director and Curator of Contemporary Art Jenelle Pasiechnik and Art Hive Creative Director Nadine Bariteau. The CRAG receives certificates of recognition for fostering community engagement and enrichment through contemporary art in Campbell River. On a recent tour of the gallery, Labour Minister Jennifer Whiteside and Municipal Affairs Minister Anne Kang, along with Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility Dana Lajeunesse, and Read more

CRAG’s newest exhibition features photography and context for what life is like in the Occupied West Bank from the lens of Palestinian Artist Rehab Nazzal. Over 65 people were in attendance at the opening reception held on Friday, March 21st at the gallery, beginning with a traditional welcoming by Hereditary Chief Kwakiladze James Quattell. Artist Sonny Assu also offered words at the opening reception to the work done by Palestinian Artist Rehab Nazzal, “This work Read more

For most Palestinians, freedom of movement is denied or restricted; the act of walking or driving within their native land is one that is continuously subject to adversity. Yet those who do embark upon such a journey find an embodied experience that reveals the effects of settler colonial control as well as a perilous exercise in resistance against the prevailing circumstances. Between 2010 and 2020, artist and scholar Rehab Nazzal undertook the ambitious and risky Read more

The much beloved Annual Members’ Show returns with a bang! 2025 is kicking off with the 43rd Annual Members’ Show. This annual tradition features artwork by members of the Campbell River Arts Council and the Campbell River Art Gallery. It is a celebration of local talent, with participation open to all ages, showcasing the incredible talent in our region. “The Member’s Show is a highlight of the year.  It provides an opportunity to witness the Read more

Dear Community, As some of you may be aware, the City of Campbell River recently adopted a new Financial Assistance Policy.  Based on the information we have received so far, it appears the CRAG is facing a 16% reduction in our operating grant. While we don’t yet know the greater impact that this reduction will have on our operations, we have been assured by the City that they will work with our sector to support Read more

The annual Holiday Faire kicks off in style this November 22nd The Campbell River Art Gallery’s much anticipated Holiday Faire returns on November 22nd with an afternoon of seasonal sips and shopping dubbed the ‘Cozy Kick-off!’ Happening from 3pm-7pm, the gallery will be serving up mulled wine and hot apple cider for guests to enjoy as they get first access to the Holiday Faire.  “We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to our annual Holiday Read more

The CRAG’s black-tie, bi-annual fundraiser returns, offering guests an unmissable elegant affair! The Campbell River Art Gallery (CRAG) hosted its bi-annual Art Gala on October 19th at the Maritime Heritage Centre; it was a night that brought the community together to celebrate the arts and marked the gallery’s 30th anniversary. Thanks to our generous sponsors, bidders, and attendees, we exceeded our goals and raised over $74,000! “The Art Gala this year was an amazing time. Read more

The Legacy Art Gallery in Victoria, opened the touring exhibition The Chorus is Speaking on Thursday, September 18th, this is one of two touring exhibitions in BC. The other exhibition I am my mother’s daughter  | میں اپنی ماں کی بیٹی ہوں, is currently on at the Reach Gallery Museum until March 2025. When asked about the accomplishments of the gallery and its staff, Sara Lopez Assu, Executive Director of the CRAG beamed: “The Campbell Read more

The youth focused show is coming to the Campbell River Art Gallery in August! The youth focused exhibition ‘Tropicana’ from VOX – Contemporary Image Centre (Montreal) is coming to BC for the first time, from August 1 – November 19 at the Campbell River Art Gallery! ‘Tropicana’, by Montreal-based Costa Rican-Canadian artist Juan Ortiz-Apuy,  encourages all ages to come and interact with colourful and engaging artwork that carries a deeper message.  The exhibition presents a Read more

Pop-Up Quilt displayed for the first time in Campbell River at the CRAG May 23rd and 24th Stitched in Solidarity is the first exhibition in Campbell River of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign commemorative quilt, made in honour of the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s 20th anniversary. The quilt is a symbol of solidarity, stitched together with contributions from grandmothers across Canada and six countries in sub-Saharan Africa. Over four months, 20 groups in 10 Canadian communities Read more