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WORKSHOP - 2025 The Brain Application Form -


THE BRAIN WORKSHOPS APPLICATION


Thank you for your interest in applying to present at Bass Coast Festival.

Bass Coast takes place from July 11-14, 2025, in Merritt, BC on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Nlaka’pamux and Syilx people.

Festivals can be a platform for inspiring learning and personal growth. The Brain is a dedicated learning space at Bass Coast Festival featuring workshops, lectures and panel discussions. 

Before applying, please review our The Brain Workshop Application Package for important details.


The Brain facilitators will receive the following in return for a 60–120 minute workshop:

  • 1 General Admission (GA) ticket with Wednesday and Thursday Entry

  • 1 Enviro Vehicle Pass

  • Camping and parking in Campgrounds B or C

If there are additional facilitators, please note them in your application. Additional tickets will be negotiated upon application approval.


We're looking for:

  • Experts and Professionals to present workshops, lectures and panel discussions on a variety of topics.

  • Informative presentations based on credible and evidence-based research.

  • Cultural, musical, scientific or ethnographic explorations.

  • Well crafted, instructional presentations on relevant skills.


KEY DATES in 2025

Feb 1: Applications close at 11:59 PM
Mar 15: Successful facilitators contacted
July 9: Gates open for Wednesday and Thursday Early Entry ticket holders

Please note: all questions with * indicate a required field.

Thank you. We look forward to reviewing your application.

PLEASE DO NOT NAVIGATE AWAY FROM THIS PAGE WHILE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION FORM.

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Proposed Workshop Title *

(MAX 50 CHARACTERS INCLUDING SPACES)

For successful applicants, the name provided will be used on the Bass Coast website, app, signage and for promotional purposes.

Please provide a concise and descriptive title, allowing for swift recognition of the workshop topic.

Legal First Name *

If there are co-facilitators, please choose one person as the primary point of contact.

Preferred First Name *
Legal Last Name *
Phone *
Email *
Confirm Email *
Building Name/Street Number *
Street Name *
City *
Province/State/County *
Postal Code/ZIP *
Country *
Number of Facilitators *

Approval for each additional co-facilitator is dependent on the scope and requirements of the workshop. Additional tickets will be negotiated upon application approval.

How many facilitators are applying to present this workshop?

Second Co-facilitators Information *

Please provide the following information:

  • Legal First Name

  • Preferred Name

  • Legal Last Name

  • Title/Role

Third Co-facilitators Information *

Please provide the following information:

  • Legal First Name

  • Preferred Name

  • Legal Last Name

  • Title/Role

Fourth Co-facilitators Information *

Please provide the following information:

  • Legal First Name

  • Preferred Name

  • Legal Last Name

  • Title/Role


FOR SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS, WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES WILL BE USED ON THE BASS COAST WEBSITE, APP AND FOR PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES.

REMOVE THE URL FOR ANY PLATFORM YOU DO NOT HAVE AN ACCOUNT OR WEBSITE FOR. PLEASE INCLUDE THE FULL WEBSITE ADDRESS.
Website

Your company must own this website.

Example: https://www.basscoast.ca

Facebook

Example: https://www.facebook.com/BassCoastFestival

Instagram

Please include all the handles of team members who should be credited when Bass Coast shares an image.

Example: https://www.instagram.com/basscoastfest

TikTok

Example: https://www.tiktok.com/@basscoastfest

SOCIAL MEDIA NOTE: Bass Coast includes tags in the asset, not in the caption of the post, unless specified. If you notice your art is untagged in a post where it is shown, feel free to direct message the festival on that platform to request tagging.

YouTube or Vimeo Link

Submitting a video of teaching examples is encouraged.

Facilitator Video Intro link *

In a brief video (under 2 minutes), introduce yourself and give a concise overview of your workshop for Bass Coast 2025.

Public Workshop Description and Bio *

For successful applicants, the information provided will be used on the Bass Coast website, app, signage, and for promotional purposes.

Please save a copy of your description and bio from our confirmation email for future reference.

Provide your workshop description and bio in the field below:

  1. WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION - Max 800 characters.

  2. FACILITATOR(S) BIO - Max 800 characters.

Refer to the 2024 The Brain profiles for formatting and inspiration here.

EXAMPLE:
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
"LOCAL GARDENING INSIGHTS" offers a hands-on approach to cultivating a thriving garden in local climates. Participants will learn essential techniques, plant selection, and sustainable practices for a flourishing garden.

FACILITATOR(S) BIO
Aria is a passionate horticulturist with a deep knowledge of our region's flora. With years of experience, she invites you to join this workshop to learn vibrant garden techniques.


Workshop Length *

Select from the options below.

Outline of key talking points *

What are your primary messages?

Key message for attendees *

What are the key takeaways for attendees after participating in your workshop?

Cultural Appropriation *

How do you actively ensure that your workshop avoids cultural appropriation?

For more information on cultural appropriation, please see the info package.

Teaching Experience *
Have you attended and/or participated in Bass Coast before? *
Which years and in what capacity? *

Please elaborate.

Have you presented at other festivals? *
What festivals and which years? *

Please elaborate.

Public Workshop Profile Image *

Please upload a professional image that showcases you or your workshop. For successful applicants, this will be used for the Bass Coast website, app and for promotional purposes.

Image Specifications:

Accepted Images: Facilitator headshots only; no company logos.
Single facilitator Applicant: Include one photo.
Co-facilitator Applicants: Include a group photo or individual photos.

Accepted file types: JPG / PNG.
Accepted file dimensions: 600x600px min. - 1000x1000px max.
Accepted file size: 2MB max.
Aspect Ratio: The image will be cropped square as needed.

Technical Requests *

The Brain is hosted in a small covered barn, which features a modestly elevated stage equipped with an amplified sound system. Microphones, projector and screen will be provided. You must bring your own computer or device for playback or projecting images.

Please select your technical requests below.

1 microphone
2 microphones
Projector and screen
Other
Other Technical Requests *

Please elaborate.

Bass Coast Team References *

Do you have any references from the Bass Coast team?

Bass Coast References Details *

Please include name(s), department(s), and if you worked together at Bass Coast Festival. Working together at Bass Coast is not a requirement. Contact info can also be included.

Other References *

Do you have any other references that can speak to your experience?

Other References Details *

Please include name(s) and contact details (phone number, company, and position). You can use this field to share any other details related to this experience.

Opportunity for special requests, further comments, links or information
The Brain Application Package *

By checking 'YES,' I confirm that I have read, understand and agree to the details outlined in Bass Coast The Brain Workshop Application Package.

The Brain Workshop Application Package

Yes
Ticket Information *

By checking 'YES,' I confirm that I have read, understand, and agree to the following: Workshop facilitators will receive the following in return for a 60–120 minute workshop:

  • 1 General Admission (GA) ticket with Wednesday and Thursday Entry

  • 1 Enviro Vehicle Pass

  • Camping and parking in Campgrounds B or C

If your workshop has multiple presenters, please indicate this in your application. Additional tickets can be negotiated upon approval.

Yes
Liability Waiver *

By checking 'YES,' I confirm that I have read, understand and agree to the details outlined in the Bass Coast Liability Waiver.

Liability Release

Yes
Code of Conduct *

By checking 'YES,' I confirm that I have read, understand and agree to the details outlined in the Bass Coast Code of Conduct. 

Code of Conduct

Yes
Harassment and Assault Policy *

By checking 'YES,' I confirm that I have read, understand and agree to the details outlined in the Bass Coast Harassment and Assault Policy with particular attention to Section 6.1.

Section 6.1 - Harassment and Assault Policy

Yes
Please sign on the line below to accept terms and conditions. *

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