Calgary

The HUB is a drop-in summer choir experience hosted by Youth Singers of Calgary. Each week features different guest conductors, fun musical themes, and a relaxed vibe — all set in our beautiful ATCO Performing Arts Centre. 

Featuring a rotating line up of directors, each night brings something different — from Broadway ballads to 90s bangers, campfire classics to soulful harmonies.

When:

• Wednesdays, July 2 – August 13, 2025
• 7 – 9 pm (Doors & bar open at 6:30 pm)

Where:

• ATCO Performing Arts Centre
• 1371 Hastings Crescent SE, Calgary

Cost:

• General Admission (14+): $10 in advance | $15 at the door
• Family Pass (Any combo of adults and kids 14+ at the same residence): $25 in advance | $35 at the door

Who's invited?

• YSC alumni & current members
• Casual singers & community choir enthusiasts
• Musical theatre lovers
• Young professionals looking for a unique night out
• Anyone curious about joining YSC

View the director line up here and purchase tickets here: www.youthsingers.org/performance/the-hub-drop-in-choir-nights

There’s still time to register for Youth Singers of Calgary’s Showbiz Kids Summer Camps — where confidence, creativity, and community come alive on stage.

What’s it all about?
Our week-long camps for Grades 1–8 combine singing, dancing, and acting in a fun, inclusive environment. No experience needed—just imagination and a love for performing!

What’s included?

• Professional instruction from choreographers, musicians & directors
• Daily workshops in music, dance & theatre
• Team-building games and creativity challenges
• A final performance for friends and family to celebrate your child’s growth!

Register here!
youthsingers.org/program/showbiz-kids

Location:
ATCO Performing Arts Centre
1371 Hastings Crescent SE, Calgary

Full-Day Camps (Grades 3–8)
9 am – 4 pm (Before/after care available)

• July 14-18: Grades 4-6
• July 21-25: Grades 3-5
• July 28-Aug 1: Grades 4-6
• Aug 11-15: Grades 3-5
• Aug 18-22: Grades 5-8 (waitlist)

Half-Day Camps (Grades 1–2)
9:30 am – 12:30 pm

• Aug 11-15
• Aug 18-22
   

Are you passionate about youth, the arts, and making a real impact in your community? Youth Singers of Calgary (YSC) is looking for a dynamic Fund Development Assistant to join our team! This part-time role will work closely with our Director of Development, supporting grant writing, research, donor relations, sponsorship fulfillment, and event planning.

If you love storytelling, building relationships, and helping the performing arts thrive, you’ll find a welcoming, inclusive environment here at YSC where your work truly matters.

About Youth Singers of Calgary

Youth Singers of Calgary is a vibrant, community-driven non-profit that brings music, movement, dance, and drama to over 500 young performers each year—starting as young as three years old! Our mission? To create a joyful, inclusive space where young people can grow, express themselves, and shine through the performing arts.

We operate year-round, supported by a passionate mix of artistic staff, a nimble administrative team, and a powerhouse volunteer community contributing over 36,000 hours annually. Our home is the amazing ATCO Performing Arts Centre (APAC), a creative hub with rehearsal studios, a recording space, costume and set workshops, and more.

Position Summary

The Fund Development Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the financial sustainability of YSC. This position requires demonstrated success in grant writing, experience in implementing fund development strategies, and the ability to foster and maintain positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare grant applications, funding proposals, and reports to secure support from foundations, sponsors, and government agencies.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities aligned with the organization's mission.
• Coordinate donor recognition and ensure fulfillment of sponsorship benefits.
• Assist in planning and executing volunteer-led fundraising events, including an annual gala, with logistics, vendor coordination, sponsorship support, and post-event reporting.
• Assist in generation of donor-focused content for social media, newsletters, and printed materials to showcase impact.
• Maintain accurate and confidential donor records; track engagement and retention trends to inform strategy.
• Collaborate across teams to develop content that communicates the organization’s impact.

Qualifications and Competencies 

Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary credential in non-profit fund development or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven track record in grant writing and campaign execution.
• Experience managing projects and working with donor/customer relationship management systems (YSC uses FrontStream Panorama).
• Demonstrated experience engaging and coordinating volunteers within the nonprofit sector.
• Familiarity with online fundraising platforms and digital donor engagement strategies.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling narratives that convey YSC’s mission and impact.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage donors, volunteers, and community partners.
• Solid problem-solving skills and initiative in identifying challenges and developing effective solutions.
• Proficient in managing data accurately and securely, with attention to confidentiality and detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Professional, adaptable, and able to represent the organization with integrity in diverse settings.
• Committed to ethical conduct, with a high level of personal integrity and situational awareness.

Conditions of Employment

• Compensation: an annual salary to be determined based on 20 hours per week at $20-$24 per hour, depending on relevant experience
• Two weeks paid vacation
• Employee discounts on YSC tuition fees
• Part-time, onsite, with flexibility for hybrid work. Hours of work vary as YSC is a seven-day/week operation requiring occasional evenings and weekends. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday, with flexible or lieu hours for evening meeting commitments.
• This position is located in Calgary, Alberta: 1371 Hastings Crescent SE
• Start Date: August 15, 2025

Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume by midnight, MDT, Friday July 18, 2025 to Ingrid Mosker, Director of Development, at hr@youthsingers.org.

The Youth Singers of Canada recognizes and values the richness of human diversity in its many forms. Upon request, YSC will make available reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process. Accommodation requests should be made in advance.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Operations & Finance Manager

Gytha Cooperative

Location: Remote (within Canada) or Hybrid (Calgary, AB)

Job Type: Part-time (20 hours/week)

Salary Range: $24, 000 - $30,000 CAD / year

Gytha Cooperative is Canada’s leading cooperative publisher specializing in comics and graphic novels. Through our magazines Winter’s End and Perhaps, we reach a growing audience of avid readers in both YA and Adult categories.

We are currently seeking an Operations & Finance Manager to work alongside our Project Manager and Sales & Marketing Manager as part of our core administrative team. In this role, you’ll help guide our organization, manage employees, and keep all of our production pathways efficient and up-to-date.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experience, but please be aware that our selection will be made on the basis of expertise and competency. This includes industry / community experience, academic experience, and employment experience.

We aim to build roles around the expertise of our employees. If accepted, there will be some degree of co-designing of the position expected of the applicant. At Gytha Cooperative, we aim to build a functional community where everyone’s voice is valued.

Gytha Cooperative is a non-traditional organization, based on principles of strict economic democracy. All employees receive voting rights at our bimonthly general meetings, and major strategic or financial decisions concerning the welfare of the whole will require approval before they can be implemented. Applicants should be ready for a different style of workflow than they may have experienced in traditional firms. Some tasks which normally take less time, may take longer at Gytha Cooperative. Other tasks which would normally have long approval times, or be impossible to receive approval for, will be faster and more achievable. 

As a small organization, a greater degree of autonomy and self-guidance may be required than at other similar positions at larger firms. Employees will be expected to plan and strategize in concert with the interests of the cooperative, including regularly proposing initiatives and self-analyzing capacity.

An interest in, or experience with, cooperatives, non-profits, not-for-profits and other collaborative workplaces, will be considered an asset. We at Gytha believe in an economy run by and for its labourers, and we expect the same commitment to an egalitarian workplace from all of our employees and colleagues.

Responsibilities:

As our Operations & Finance Manager, you’ll form our Admin team’s foundation. You’ll be facilitating and coordinating what we do, and how we do it.

• Working with the rest of our admin team and our employee-members to develop long- and short-term strategy regarding business, finance, and infrastucture.
• Democratic consultation, bylaw management, and compliance. This includes ensuring that all actions undertaken by Gytha Cooperative meet our standards of employee consultation and democratic conduct. This is the foundation of our unique work culture, and should be your top concern.
• Managing and updating our Business-to-Client and B2B systems, including payment, subscription platforms, wholesale ordering, and managing metadata (via Bookmanager)
• Cashflow management and record-keeping, including reporting, accounting and compliance
• Financial strategy for small business, including managing accounts and banking relationships, planning and financial forecasting
• Maintaining B2B relations with manufacturers/printers, distributors & booksellers
• Managing our production pipeline, from production through distribution and fulfilment
• Grant writing and applications
• Payment and payroll services management
• Inventory management
• Arranging General Meetings, Annual Meetings and interim Votes of the Membership, in accordance with the articles and bylaws
• Employee onboarding and employment termination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Bookmanager and Square are expected. Some experience with graphics software, including Adobe Suite, and basic Web Development (Weebly, Squarespace, etc.) will be an asset.

Please keep your cover letter brief, and only include relevant highlights from your experience. Form letters are discouraged.

Applicants from diverse and marginalized backgrounds are encouraged. Accommodations can be made for the application process, if requested. This position is adaptable to various differences of ability, and our team is committed to ensuring that no employee is excluded by difference. We are an LGBTQ+ and neurodiverse-led team. Please contact us at admin@gythapress.org if you require any accommodations or have any questions.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume / CV and a brief cover letter by July 15, 2025 to:

Email: admin@gythapress.org

Please include “Operations and Finance Manager” in your subject line.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Please be aware that only those applicants selected for next stages will be contacted.

Marketing & Sales Manager

Gytha Cooperative

Location: Remote (within Canada) or Hybrid (Calgary, AB)

Job Type: Part-time (20 hours/week)

Salary Range: $24, 000 - $30,000 CAD / year

Gytha Cooperative is Canada’s leading cooperative publisher specializing in comics and graphic novels. Through our magazines Winter’s End and Perhaps, we reach a growing audience of avid readers in both YA and Adult categories.

We are currently seeking a Marketing & Sales Manager to work alongside our Project Manager and Operations & Finance Manager as part of our core administrative team. In this role, you’ll guide and manage our relationship with clients, community, and vendors. We’re a growing organization, so Marketing & Sales strategy are essential to our success!

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experience, but please be aware that our selection will be made on the basis of expertise and competency. This includes industry/community experience, academic experience, and employment experience.

We aim to build roles around the expertise of our employees. If accepted, there will be some degree of co-designing of the position expected of the applicant. At Gytha Cooperative, we aim to build a functional community where everyone’s voice is valued.

Gytha Cooperative is a non-traditional organization, based on principles of strict economic democracy. All employees receive voting rights at our bimonthly general meetings, and major strategic or financial decisions concerning the welfare of the whole will require approval before they can be implemented. Applicants should be ready for a different style of workflow than they may have experienced in traditional firms. Some tasks which normally take less time, may take longer at Gytha Cooperative. Other tasks which would normally have long approval times, or be impossible to receive approval for, will be faster and more achievable. 

As a small organization, a greater degree of autonomy and self-guidance may be required than at other similar positions at larger firms. Employees will be expected to plan and strategize in concert with the interests of the cooperative, including regularly proposing initiatives and self-analyzing capacity.

An interest in, or experience with, cooperatives, non-profits, not-for-profits and other collaborative workplaces, will be considered an asset. We at Gytha believe in an economy run by and for its labourers, and we expect the same commitment to an egalitarian workplace from all of our employees and colleagues.

Responsibilities:

As our Marketing & Sales Manager, you’ll be our voice in the community. You’ll seek out and connect with future readers and vendors, and deepen our relationships with our community and the public.

• Marketing strategy and development. We need your expertise to help us shape our community growth strategy! Proposing and pitching development ideas will be an essential part of your work, which means self-guidance, research and planning autonomously will be highly important skills.
• B2B sales outreach with / to booksellers, stores, libraries, festivals, and opportunities for direct sales
• Direct to customer (subscriber) sales and outreach
• Community growth, including pursuing communications with reviewers, partners, and co-promotion opportunities
• Marketing budget development, including frequent proposals both to the admin team and voting members
• Social Media management and growth
• Community management (moderating comments, receiving feedback from the public relaying this to the appropriate admin team member(s))
• Analysis and reporting of results, analytics, and community response. Honesty and clarity are essential to our work, and you will be expected to report the most accurate version of results possible, without slanting or bias, within a non-judgemental environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Bookmanager, Instagram, and Square are expected. Some experience with graphics software, including Adobe Suite, and basic Web Development (Weebly, Squarespace, etc.) will be an asset. We contract a graphic designer, but low-impact day-to-day design tasks, such as planning social media posts, will be left to you.

Please keep your cover letter brief. Only include relevant highlights from your experience. Form letters are discouraged.

Applicants from diverse and marginalized backgrounds are encouraged. Accommodations can be made for the application process, if requested. This position is adaptable to various differences of ability, and our team is committed to ensuring that no employee is excluded by difference. We are an LGBTQ+ and neurodiverse-led team. Please contact us at admin@gythapress.org if you require any accommodations or have any questions.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume / CV and a brief cover letter by July 15, 2025 to:

Email: admin@gythapress.org 

Please include “Marketing and Sales Manager” in your subject line.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Please be aware that only those applicants selected for next stages will be contacted.

Full-Time Contract, One Year (September 2025 to September 2026)

Overview:

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) is seeking an experienced, passionate and self-motivated individual to be the onsite Gallery Coordinator for an upcoming 6,000 square foot gallery space being set up in downtown Calgary.  The opening of the gallery is being planned for September 2025.

The opportunity is a temporary contract position for one year with the possibility of extension that will utilize the ideal candidate’s experience in collections management, outreach, arts administration and management, logistics, and programming. 

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts is a public agency and provincial corporation with a mandate to support and contribute to the development of the arts in Alberta. It provides arts grants to individuals and organizations, manages a provincial art collection by Albertan artists, and conducts research and communicates about the value of the arts to Alberta. It is governed by a board of directors that reports to the Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women.

For more information about the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, please visit: affta.ab.ca.

Role and Responsibilities of the Position:

Reporting to the Director, Art Collections and Initiatives (located in Edmonton), the position will be responsible for managing and completing daily gallery operations including (but not limited to): overseeing the artworks in the gallery, collaborating with the AFA’s Marketing and Communications team to promote upcoming exhibits and events, providing tours, performing related research, supporting partnerships, developing and overseeing programs and supporting events as required.

The position will be working out of an office in the same building during non-gallery hours and will only be required to work in the gallery space while it is open to the public. While hours for the gallery are still being finalized, the gallery space will largely be open during weekdays with limited hours but will include the possibility of additional hours on an occasional weekend or for a special after-hours event. Ample time will be provided where possible to ensure availability for planning purposes.

The position is for 5 days a week (Monday to Friday), with work hours from 8:15 am to 4:30 pm for a total of 36.25 hours a week with a one-hour lunch break included. Total hours per workday are 7.25 hours.

The successful candidate will need to be comfortable with standing for long periods of time while working in the gallery space, lifting or moving objects of up to 20kgs, and possess the ability to work independently. They will also need to be flexible in working occasional weekends and outside normal operating hours in the case of supporting events. Some travel (approximately 5%) within Calgary and to Edmonton for training and research will be required, with the possibility of additional travel to communities outside of Calgary when required to perform outreach as needed. 

As part of the onboarding process, the successful candidate must be available to travel to Edmonton for training prior to the gallery opening in September. 

The primary responsibilities of this position encompass two (2) main categories (but is not limited to):

Collections Care:

• Responsible for proper care of the gallery and its artworks by exercising collections management best practices in ensuring artworks are protected and free from damage and completing daily/regular inspections to ensure works are safe from potential risks such as pests, leaks, and direct light.
• Performing required research to inform future additions to the AFA art collection.
• Overseeing the receival of artworks when needed and completing required documentation (ie. condition reporting).
• Working with and liaising with facility management staff when required to address onsite concerns.
• Performing regular care routines to monitor the gallery space, including checking on environmental controls (ex. Humidity levels) and security systems to ensuring protection of the artworks.

Programming/Visitor Experiences:

• Welcoming visitors, providing exceptional customer service, and providing information on current and future exhibits and upcoming events during gallery hours.
• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the gallery, including opening and closing the space, and ensuring the gallery is kept clean.
• Coordinating programming and supporting planned events for the gallery space such as live performances, workshops and artist talks.
• Overseeing the gallery’s operations during operating hours and during special events to ensure gallery best practices are followed.
• Engaging with visitors and providing tours when needed.
• Collecting, compiling and reporting visitation statistics to inform future programming and operations.
• Managing and coordinating exhibitions including maintaining a schedule of visual art exhibitions and potentially assisting with installation and curation.

Qualifications:

• University degree in art history, fine arts, museum studies, or a related field.
• Strong project and time management skills with the ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Experience with arts administration, community engagement, and budget management.
• Previous experience curating and advising on exhibitions.
• Experience in public speaking and comfortable speaking to groups of various sizes.
• Knowledge of museum best practices, including collections management and current curatorial trends.
• Excellent communication (both written and oral), customer service and creative problem-solving skills.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Highly self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office365.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license. 

Assets:

• A Master’s degree in a related field including art history, fine arts and/or museum studies.
• Familiarity with Albertan visual art and contemporary topics in visual art trends.
• Fluency in another language.
• Experience with community building and maintaining stakeholder relationships.
• Experience with fine art preparation and handling.
• Current Standard (Intermediate) First Aid and CPR-C Certificate. 

Salary Range:

The salary compensation for this temporary contract position is up to $70,000 based on related experience (inclusive of all expenses).

How to apply:

Application Deadline: July 20, 2025

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter in one file that clearly outlines their qualifications and experience to kara.annett@gov.ab.ca by the application deadline with the subject line Gallery Coordinator (Calgary) Application.

We thank all applicants for their time and effort in applying, however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Submission Deadline: July 25, 2025

Opportunity Description:
The Ujima Fellowship is a no-cost leadership development program for Black and BIPOC youth (ages 16–30) in Edmonton and Calgary, designed to increase representation in nonprofit governance and civic decision-making spaces.

Fellows receive:

• 10 weeks of in-person leadership training (NAIT)
• Board governance training (online via ECVO)
• A 3-month placement with a nonprofit board, commission, or civic body
• Access to mentorship, community-building workshops, and networking
• A dual Certificate in Leadership Development (NAIT + Africa Centre)
• A final Capstone Project supporting host organization goals

Eligibility:

• Identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Colour (BIPOC)
• Ages 16–30
• Reside in Edmonton or Calgary
• Demonstrated interest in community, volunteering, or civic leadership

How to Apply (Fellows):
To join Cohort 6, submit your application by July 25, 2025 at:
🔗 rufp0eti.paperform.co

Application Requirements:

• Resume (highlighting community or volunteer experience)
• Letter of Intent
• One reference letter (academic preferred)
• Government-issued ID

For Host Organizations:

Nonprofits, charities, boards, commissions, and public institutions in Alberta can host a fellow at no cost.

Apply here: 🔗abkef7zu.paperform.co

For questions visit africacentre.ca/ujima-fellowship-program/ or email ujima.fellowship@africacentre.ca

Off the Beaten Path: A Fantasy Musical Where You Choose the Ending!

Off the Beaten Path is a hilarious, heart-pounding, interactive fantasy musical where you decide what happens next. Will the rogue betray the party? Can the orcs dance their way to redemption? Is that sword fight going to end in glory or disaster?

Set in the magical world of Arlyrus, this thrilling adventure is like live-action D&D meets Broadway—no two shows are the same. Heroes rise. Secrets unravel. And you decide the path they take.

Expect dancing orcs, epic sword fights, and tunes that will live rent-free in your head for days. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll probably want to come back again—just to make sure your favourite hero doesn’t meet their fate this time...

🎟️ Learn More & Tickets: obpmusical.com
📅 Shows: July 4, 5, 6 at 7 pm| Matinee July 5 at 1:30pm
📍 Beddington Theatre Arts Centre | 375 Bermuda Dr NW, Calgary, AB T3K 2J5