Urban Ink

10/11/2026

🎶 “Gimikwenden Ina”[Choral Version] is out now! ❤️

We’re thrilled to celebrate the release of this beautiful new choral version of Corey Payette’s “Gimikwenden Ina,” featuring the extraordinary voices of Chor Leoni!

Recorded at the Chan Centre in Vancouver, this collaboration is arranged by Elliot Vaughan, with the arrangement commissioned and conducted by Erick Lichte, this stunning recording brings Corey’s music to life in a whole new way.

Congratulations to Corey and the entire team of artists who brought this recording to life!

✨ “Gimikwenden Ina” is available now on all streaming platforms!

09/26/2026

One more chance to catch the award-winning “Starwalker” on the big screen!

Join us this Sunday, September 27 at 6:00pm at the Paramount Theatre in Kamloops as part of the 4th Annual Stseptékwles re Sk’elép (Coyote Stories) Indigenous Film Festival presented by Kamloops Film Society

And the night doesn’t end with the film, following the screening, the Festival is throwing a Two-Spirited Drag Show featuring the incredible Ella Lamoureux Ella l'Amoureux (Mother of the House of Lamour), Khalora Form, and Walter Wilcox.

Film, drag, Indigenous storytelling, and Two-Spirit joy — it’s going to be a very special night. Hope you can make it! ✨

09/24/2026

After a highly competitive national search led by Martin Bragg & Associates, we are thrilled to announce Cheyenne Scott as our new Artistic Director! Cheyenne has a long history with Urban Ink, beginning as Julia in Children of God, as Artist-in-Residence, Producer of Community & Outreach, and most recently as Artistic Associate.

Cheyenne Scott is a member of the SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) First Nation/Norwegian settler descent, and an actor, playwright, and director with a focus on new works. Her artistic process intertwines her W̱SÁNEĆ values with a land-based methodology, community engagement, and storytelling. She is a multi Dora Mavor Moore nominated artist and was named the protégé of Lori Marchand for the Mallory Gilbert Leadership Award. Most recently, she was an Associate Artistic Director for Western Canada Theatre where she contributed to programming an all Canadian season. Currently, Cheyenne is the chair of the Indigenous Caucus at PACT, which addresses barriers and celebrates successes of Indigenous companies and arts administrators.

"My vision is for Urban Ink to continue producing Indigenous and diverse new works with artistic integrity, to expand our circle to include more artists and voices, and to connect these important stories in meaningful engagement locally and across the country. It is an honour to contribute to Urban Ink’s legacy."
-Cheyenne Scott, Incoming Artistic Director, Urban Ink

“I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Cheyenne Scott as Urban Ink’s new Artistic Director. Cheyenne is an extraordinary artist and leader whose vision, passion, and deep commitment to Indigenous and diverse storytelling will carry Urban Ink into an exciting new chapter. I can’t wait to see where she takes this incredible company.”
-Corey Payette, Outgoing Artistic Director, Urban Ink

"The Board of Directors is thrilled to welcome Cheyenne Scott as the Artistic Director of Urban Ink. Her creativity and vision is impressive, and her care for the organization is obvious. We have no doubt she will continue Urban Ink’s vital mission in her own unique way. Audiences are in for an exciting new era for Urban Ink!"
-Board of Directors, Urban Ink

Welcome Cheyenne!
photo by Dahlia Katz

09/24/2026

After a highly competitive national search led by Martin Bragg & Associates, we are thrilled to announce Cheyenne Scott as our new Artistic Director! Cheyenne has a long history with Urban Ink, beginning as Julia in Children of God, as Artist-in-Residence, Producer of Community & Outreach, and most recently as Artistic Associate. “My vision is for Urban Ink to continue producing Indigenous and diverse new works with artistic integrity, to expand our circle to include more artists and voices, and to connect these important stories in meaningful engagement locally and across the country. It is an honour to contribute to Urban Ink’s legacy.”
-Cheyenne Scott, Incoming Artistic Director, Urban Ink - Welcome Cheyenne! Read the full statement on our website.
photo by Dahlia Katz

09/08/2026

📣 TICKET GIVEAWAY CONTEST 📣

Urban Ink is partnering with Vancouver Q***r Film Festival for a chance to win two tickets to the screening of BLOOD LINES, the new film by Gail Maurice, screening on September 12 at 1:00PM at International Village.

Beatrice’s life in a Métis village is stirred by secrets and romance. Praised by critics for its authentic portrayal of an intergenerational and Michif-speaking community. Blood Lines is layered with cultural pride and unpacks conversations on Canada’s colonial harm to Indigenous communities.

To enter this giveaway, you must:

1️⃣ Follow Urban Ink and Vancouver Q***r Film Festival
2️⃣ Comment and tag who is coming with you
3️⃣ Like this post!

***Contest closes September 11, 2026 at 12:00pm, and the contest winner will be announced shortly thereafter***

08/20/2026

Don’t miss out on these free workshops for Indigenous youth coming up next week!

08/07/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: Tickets for Wolf Cull at the Historic Theatre are now available! 🐺

A TRANSFORMATIVE INDIGENOUS THRILLER

Presented as part of The Cultch’s Warrior Festival, Cheyenne Scott’s Wolf Cull tells the story of five Indigenous femmes — Rebel, Leader, Brawn, Wildcard and Skeptic — who are drawn by a shared dream to the hunting grounds, where they uncover mysterious tracks that challenge their skills and the group’s fragile unity. How does the creature manifest within and how do we track, hunt, and transform it?

Secure your tickets today! Wolf Cull plays at the Historic Theatre, begins on April 1, 2027

🎟️Link in bio

Photo Credit: Creator and director: Cheyenne Scott, Lighting: Liam Befurt, Set/Props: Finn Modder and Brittney Martens, Costumes: Sabrina Stace, Cast: Kat MacLean, Kelsey Kanatan Wavey, Marion Jacobs, Winona Myles, Danica Charlie. Photography: Kim Anderson.

08/07/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: Tickets for Wolf Cull at the Historic Theatre are now available! 🐺

A TRANSFORMATIVE INDIGENOUS THRILLER

Presented as part of The Cultch’s Warrior Festival, Cheyenne Scott’s Wolf Cull tells the story of five Indigenous femmes — Rebel, Leader, Brawn, Wildcard and Skeptic — who are drawn by a shared dream to the hunting grounds, where they uncover mysterious tracks that challenge their skills and the group’s fragile unity. How does the creature manifest within and how do we track, hunt, and transform it?

Secure your tickets today! Wolf Cull plays at the Historic Theatre, begins on April 1, 2027

Tickets here: thecultch.com/event/wolf-cull

Photo Credit: Creator and director: Cheyenne Scott, Lighting: Liam Befurt, Set/Props: Finn Modder and Brittney Martens, Costumes: Sabrina Stace, Cast: Kat MacLean, Kelsey Kanatan Wavey, Marion Jacobs, Winona Myles, Photography: Kim Anderson.

07/08/2026

Last week to apply!
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Learn more: https://urbanink.ca/work-with-us/

Call for Urban Ink’s New Artistic Director📢📢

Urban Ink is seeking an Artistic Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of artistic growth, cultural leadership, and organizational sustainability. The role will carry on the legacy and work built over these last 25 years, work that has positioned Urban Ink as a renowned production company striving for artistic excellence and representation for Indigenous and diverse voices.

Urban Ink strongly encourages applications from individuals who are members of marginalized and/or underserved/underrepresented communities, especially those who identify as: Indigenous or people of colour, or people living with disabilities.

Find the full job description on our website (link in bio)! The deadline to apply is July 10, 2026.

06/23/2026

Gimikwenden Ina is the signature song from Children of God, and to an extent, it has become Corey Payette’s signature composition.

Watch Corey share how the song came to exist, and see him react to some of the performances choirs around the world have done of the iconic piece.

For more than 25 years, Urban Ink has supported artists creating bold new work for the stage and screen. Watch Corey’s story and donate today to help bring more meaningful stories into the world 💌