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Funding available: Calgary Culture Days Microgrant

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Apply now for the Calgary Culture Days Microgrant, offering funding for initiatives that activate Calgary's greater downtown during September.

DEADLINE: March 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Career Opportunity: Programming Coordinator (Werklund Centre)

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The Programming Coordinator position supports the coordination and delivery of artist-focused programs and events, ensuring organized, clear, and effective execution.

DEADLINE: April 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Career Opportunity: Scheduling Coordinator (Werklund Centre)

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Coordinates staff schedules across Front of House, Set-up Crew, and Bar Operations, helping maintain smooth event operations while supporting our dynamic team.

DEADLINE: April 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Work of the Week features new addition to New Views at the AFA art house

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Dick Averns', Any Day Now is the newest acquisition to the AFA Art Collection and will feature at the AFA art house.

Career Opportunity: Manager, Events & Experience (The GRAND)

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The Manager, Events & Experience provides full leadership across event execution, client relations, event sales, and team coordination.

DEADLINE: April 3, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Career Opportunity: Director, People + Culture

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The Director, People + Culture at Calgary Philharmonic plays a pivotal role in fostering a positive and collaborative work environment for our dedicated team of musicians, administrative staff, and volunteers.

DEADLINE: April 19, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Volunteers: LOOK26 Gala with Contemporary Calgary

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As a part of the LOOK26 Events team, you’ll help power one of Contemporary Calgary’s most exciting nights of the year and help create an exceptional guest experience.

DEADLINE: April 6, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Calling All YouthWrite Alumni

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YouthWrite wants to connect with alumni to celebrate 30 years of camps for kids who love to write... just about anything!

DEADLINE: July 3, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Workshop: Introduction to Etching

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Alberta Printmakers is offering a workshop on traditional etching methods!

DEADLINE: May 5, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Workshop: Next Steps in Letterpress

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Looking for more? Alberta Printmakers is offering a follow-up workshop to "Intro to Letterpress" with "Next Steps in Letterpress"!

DEADLINE: May 3, 2026 - 5:00 pm