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The Polygon Gallery Grounded in photography, The Polygon Gallery creates space to challenge how we see the world.

The Polygon is one of Canada’s most acclaimed photography and media art galleries. The Gallery moved into its Governor General’s Medal winning building in 2017 after operating as Presentation House Gallery for 40 years. The organization has presented more than 300 exhibitions, and earned a reputation as one of Canada’s most adventurous public art institutions.

Our Halloween Party on Saturday, October 31 is halfway to being sold out.The price of general admission tickets will go ...
10/09/2026

Our Halloween Party on Saturday, October 31 is halfway to being sold out.

The price of general admission tickets will go up soon as well.

Get acquainted with the evening’s talent and secure your discounted tickets at:

halloween.thepolygon.ca

It'll be a workout you'll never forget!

Applications are invited to join the Guest Services team, who are responsible for providing The Polygon’s community of v...
10/01/2026

Applications are invited to join the Guest Services team, who are responsible for providing The Polygon’s community of visitors and members with exemplary guest experiences.

This position is a seasonal, casual part-time role. Employment will begin in October and end in January.

Please share this posting with anyone you think might be interested in working at The Polygon.

Applications are invited to join The Polygon's Guest Services team.

The Polygon Gallery is pleased to present Catherine Blackburn + Jeneen Frei Njootli: Traces from September 25 – March 24...
09/28/2026

The Polygon Gallery is pleased to present Catherine Blackburn + Jeneen Frei Njootli: Traces from September 25 – March 24.⁠
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Traces brings together the work of Dënesųłinë́ artist Catherine Blackburn, and Vuntut Gwich'in artist Jeneen Frei Njootli. Through photographic works each artist captures the absence of a subject rather than the subject itself. Lingering traces of family histories and cultural knowledges remain on the flesh and in the concealment of it.⁠
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The body is obscured through incision and adornment. These reductions and impressions are made with the intention of providing protection by limiting the viewer's access. Acting in direct opposition to colonial efforts of removal rooted in the intention to destroy, Blackburn and Njootli ask how these actions shift meaning when we trust the one who is authoring the cut.⁠
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With reference to beadwork — a laborious and careful process that is made for and by bodies — these stitches that surround the silhouettes and leave their indentations on the skin honour and serve as physical memory of that which is unseen.⁠
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Generously Supported By⁠
Renée Gouin⁠
Coleen and Howard Nemtin⁠
Michael and Inna O’Brian Family Foundation⁠
Ron Francis Regan⁠
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Government Partner⁠
Metro Vancouver's Regional Cultural Project Grants Program
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Media Partner⁠
North Shore News⁠

1: Jeneen Frei Njootli
2: Catherine Blackburn, Scooped (detail), 2017. Courtesy the artist. Photo: Toni Hafkenscheid.
3: Jeneen Frei Njootli, Joanne, 2017
4: Alison Boulier

Come sweat with us at the biggest Halloween event in Vancouver on Saturday, October 31. ⁠⁠Learn more and get tickets at ...
09/16/2026

Come sweat with us at the biggest Halloween event in Vancouver on Saturday, October 31. ⁠
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Learn more and get tickets at https://halloween.thepolygon.ca
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Expect a high-octane 80s party filled with neon leotards, big hair, and surprises, as the city's top live acts and DJs, spread throughout the entire building, help you feel the burn.⁠
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Emceed by Genesis (winner of Vancouver's Next Drag Superstar), the main stage features live performances from Trauma Novelle, Reveal Yourself, and Devours, with Christa Belle DJing between sets.⁠
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In our second room, popular dance nights Club Bebé, featuring Binky and Brendocha; and Black Box, featuring Auntie Money, Jesse Walker, and Pip, pop up at The Polygon for the evening.⁠
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The ground floor transforms into a barcade courtesy of renowned tattoo artist James Acrow, whose hand-built arcade cabinets offer unlimited freeplay across 5,000+ classic games. For the adventurous, Acrow will also be giving Halloween-themed tattoos. ⁠
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Best bring your A game—there’s a $500 cash prize for the best costume, as well as prizes for the best group costumes.⁠
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It’ll be a workout you’ll never forget.⁠
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The evening's Instructors⁠
Club Bebé (binky✮ ⋆ ˚。𖦹 ⋆。°✩ + brenda)⁠
Christa Belle⁠
devours⁠
GENESIS ⁠
James Acrow⁠
Main Street Dance Authority (Megan Lau + Mr. Jesse Walker + Pip)⁠
Reveal Yourself ⁠
Trauma Novelle⁠
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Presenting Sponsor⁠
Lonsdale Quay Market

Address

101 Carrie Cates Court
North Vancouver, BC
V7M3J4

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+16049861351

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