BENEFIT CONCERT FOR THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT ALLIANCE: Brian Robertson & Michael Burnyeat, Holly Arntzen, and Tim Readman
SUNDAY, 22 MARCH 2026 | DOORS AT 13:30, Music FROM 14:00
THIS IS A GIFT ECONOMY event
Join Brian Robertson & Michael Burnyeat, Holly Arntzen, and Tim Readman on World Water Day for an afternoon of great songs and musicianship, all in benefit of The Georgia Straight Alliance, which works to sustain our Salish Sea ecosystem.
About The Georgia Strait Alliance
The Georgia Strait Alliance (GSA) was founded in 1990 by a group of passionate citizens united by a concern for the Salish Sea, the wildlife it sustains, and the coastal communities we call home. The guiding vision is a Salish Sea teeming with life, where thriving communities live in
balance with the environment.
Rooted in environmental justice and community action, the GSA continues to uphold that legacy by mobilizing and supporting collective action to protect the Salish Sea region. It does this through advocacy, outreach and education, legal action, policy change, and—most importantly—being active on the ground in communities to mobilize around our most pressing environmental and community needs. It is especially acitve in educating the public about clean boating practices and whale protection.
The GSA were successful participants in the recent Federal Court of Appeal case which confirmed the right of the Department of Fisheries to remove industrial fish farms in the ecologically sensitive Discovery Islands.
But much governmental support for organizations like the GSA has been recently slashed and it is needing increased private donor support to continue its work. To find out more go to https://georgiastrait.org/.
About Brian Robertson & Michael Burnyeat
Brian is perhaps best known for his well crafted songs and stories about life on the west coast, many based on his personal experience in its various resource industries and as an historical consultant on First Nation land issues. A long time supporter of the Georgia Strait Alliance, Brian will be joined by the mighty Michael Burnyeat and together they’ll leaven the songs with a few hot fiddle tunes. His website is www.brianrobertson.ca
Michael is a two time BC Open champion and multi-time finalist at the Canadian Grandmasters Fiddling Championships is in great demand both as a performance fiddler and accompanist. He and Brian have delighted crowds with their mix of songs and tunes for many years at local and
regional venues. He has a large following for his fabulous tune recordings on YouTube.
About Holly Arntzen
Holly has been wowing audiences throughout Canada for decades, with her powerful vocals, wonderful song writing and talented musicianship. A fine pianist and a unique chromatically-fretted dulcimer player, Holly and her Artist Response Team have been leaders in promoting environmental awareness and reconciliation through music. For more go to www.ArtistResponseTeam.com
About Tim Readman
This much loved transplant from England’s north east brings a rapid fire wit to go with his wide ranging and entertaining repertoire. Founder and leader of the band Fear of Drinking, you might find Tim MCing at the Mission Folk Festival, organizing a benefit for the Food Bank or
performing at the Vancouver Folk Song Society. Find him online at https://timreadman.com/