What do we return to? What helps us rise again? What can we re–source—in our bodies, our practices, our memories and our relationships?

In the 2026 edition of CADA/West's members' unconference, our theme is Resurgere: To Rise Again. Guided by the idea that a true resource is something that returns over and over again, we're approaching resource as a cyclical practice: returning, renewing, reshaping and sharing what sustains us.

On September 19–20, we invite dance and movement artists across forms, practices and career stages to gather for two free days of workshops, artist conversation, a lively Annual General Meeting, refreshments and time together. Come to hear, speak, offer, receive and move.

All events are free, but registration is required. A digital participation option is available for the AGM.

schedule

Saturday, September 19

SFU Woodwards, 149 W Hastings St. (4th floor)

10:30 am  caffeine, carbs, saying hello
11:00 am  2025/26 CADA/West AGM (RSVP here)
~snack break~
12:00 pm  Creating Your Own Vocabulary (Kayla De Vos)

Sunday, September 20

Gold Saucer Studio, 207 W Hastings St

10:30 am  open studio, coffee and hangs
11:00 am  Working as a Multi-Hyphenate Artist (Simran Sachar)
~lunch break~

SFU Woodwards, 149 W Hastings St. (4th floor)

2:30-4:00 pm  Drops, drops; drops. (Victor Tran aka SAVAGEROCK)
register

Registration form

All events are FREE, but registration is required.

We have very limited capacity. Thanks for choosing only what you can commit to. If you change your mind, please Contact us.

supporters

Much gratitude to our partner:

SFU School for the Contemporary Arts
Future Leisure
producers

Brought to you by CADA/West staff:

Victor Tran
Kayla De Vos