Byng Arts | How to Apply

Current News:

(Updated July 6, 2026)

Thank you for your interest in Byng Arts. We will begin our application process beginning in October. Review the timeline and application steps below.

Selection Process for September 2027

Review the new audition information posted at the bottom of this page.

Application Timeline 2026-2027

October

Application Packages available in school office. (Envelope contains aplication number necessary for online component of aplication) Office Hours: M-F (8am-4pm)

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November 4

Byng Arts Info Night Presentation: 7pm to 9pm in the Theatre (parents) and Gallery (applicants). Find out more about the program and the application process

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November 16 to December 17

Online RegistrationGrade 7 VSB registration required for all mini-school programs.

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December 17 by 3 PM

Deadline for submission of: Byng Arts Application Envelope with supporting documents AND Part 1 of online Byng Arts Registration Form

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January 1

Deadline to complete the online Fine Art Supplemental, Part 2 of the online Byng Arts Registration Form.

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Second week of January

A confirmation email will be sent to all applicants.
If you do not receive an email by the end of the week, please contact us: byngarts@vsb.bc.ca

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End of the Third Week of January

Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email. Be patient as we organize our schedule of interview/audition times.

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February 1st & 2nd

In-Person Interviews/Auditions. Individual Departments will conduct interviews or request applicants to audition as the final part of the selection process.

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February 17

Round 1 offers and wait-list information will be posted on out webiste by application number and emailed to the contacts provided by applicant.

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February 19 by Noon

Deadline for acceptance of Round 1 offers. Student must not accept more than one offer; Byng Arts advises VSB of who has accepted offers.

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February 24

Round 2 offers made to wait-listed Byng Arts candidates who have not accepted positions elsewhere

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February 25 by Noon

Deadline for acceptance of Round 2 offers

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First Steps - here are some things that you can do to get ready:

Pick up the paper application package - available in mid-October in our school office.
Beginning November 16th, log on and complete the online application forms.
Submit the application envelope by December 17th.
This includes:
a typed or written response by applicant
a recent photograph of the applicant
a copy of your final report card from last school year and, if available, your most recent report card from the current school year
Proof of Vancouver Residency (House/Car Insurance, and/or Driver ID/BC ID Card plus additional documents, see envelope for details)
(Please Note: We are NOT asking for a letter of reference)

Draft Pre Audition Steps for Each Department

Drama

Submit a pre audition video that gives us a sense of YOU and your desire to be a part of this program. Please do not add any special effects, props or costumes. We want to focus on the real you for this portion of the process. It is best to be casual and sincere- no bells or whistles are necessary. Please see the attached link for additional instructions:

Drama Info

Media Arts

Submit video evidence of your creative media experience. This can be one film reel or a series of links but should not be longer than 5 minutes in total length. In addition to the film reel, please submit a video of you talking directly to the camera about the films submitted. Please see the attached link for additional instructions:

Media Info

Visual Art

Submit FOUR (4) original art pieces responding to our prompts (see link). The work should demonstrate the applicant's skill with a variety of media and show us who you are as an artist and as a person. Be creative, make it personal, help us get to know you. Use Microsoft Sway to organize the completed works and provide the link in the appropriate section of the online application by January 1st.

Art Prompts.

Music Information

Band

Prepare a short video of approximately 2 minutes of yourself playing your instrument that demonstrates clear tone quality, breath control, and technical ability. In addition to the 2 minutes of playing, applicants are encouraged to speak about themselves and their interest in music on video. Please see the attached link for additional instructions:

Band Info

Strings

Prepare a short video of approximately 2 minutes of yourself playing your instrument that demonstrates clear tone quality, musicianship, and technical ability. In addition to the 2 minutes of playing, applicants have the opportunity to speak about themselves on the video. Please see the attached link for additional instructions:

Strings Info

Choir

Prepare a short video of approximately 1 minute of singing that demonstrates clear tone quality, breath control, and vocal range. In addition to the 1 minute of singing, applicants have the opportunity to speak about themselves on the video. Please see the attached link for additional instructions:

Choir Info

Also available to students entering Grades 11 to 12

Literary Arts 11/12

Submit five (5) pieces of writing including at least one analytical and one creative work as part of your paper submission. Ensure that your name is on each example and place them in the application envelope. A maximum of two may be school assignments.