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Artivism Cohort: Join Our Prairie Retreat

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Join us September 1 to 3 for a free three-day retreat.

DEADLINE: August 23, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Stories That Echo: The Artivism Cohort Showcase

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After twelve weeks of civic exploration, storytelling, and creative practice, ECHOFORM's 2026 Artivism Cohort invites you to witness what they've built.

DEADLINE: October 17, 2026 - 11:00 am

Artivists Roundtable

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We’re gathering a small circle of local artivists at EPL Stanley A. Milner. Any medium welcome, drawing, painting, craft, photography, and beyond.

DEADLINE: August 21, 2026 - 6:00 pm

Career Opportunity: Presenting Associate

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As part of the Programming team, this role supports the delivery of Werklund Centre Presents programming, including artist services, contracts, event coordination, hospitality, and programming administration.

DEADLINE: August 24, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Career Opportunity: Director, Olympic Plaza Operations

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This role will provide strategic direction and operational oversight for Olympic Plaza, helping shape its future as Calgary’s premier civic gathering place. The Director will lead complex public-facing operations, community partnerships, financial stewardship, and multidisciplinary teams

DEADLINE: August 24, 2026 - 5:00 pm

National policy survey seeking voices from Alberta's creative entrepreneurs

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A short anonymous survey of Canadian creative entrepreneurs is gathering direct evidence for a federal policy submission proposing a new corporate structure designed specifically for creative and IP-driven enterprises. Data is currently underrepresented from Alberta.

DEADLINE: August 31, 2026 - 9:59 pm

Career Opportunity: Coordinator, Entertainment & Events

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Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Coordinator, Entertainment & Events.

DEADLINE: August 23, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Applications Open: Secure The Bag 2026

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$1,000 grants for eligible BIPOC applicants in Southern Alberta. Apply online by the first week of October 2026

DEADLINE: October 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm

AFA 2026-27 annual budget

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A message from AFA Chair, Cynthia P. Moore, regarding our 2026-27 annual budget.

Discover the impact of Francophone Arts in Alberta | Découvrez l’impact des arts francophones en Alberta

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The AFA is pleased to sponsor research into Alberta’s Francophone Arts sector during the Year of the Francophonie. | En cette Année de la francophonie, l’AFA est heureuse de soutenir la recherche sur le secteur des arts francophones de l’Alberta.