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Artist in Residence program with groundcubed

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resonance in a new Artist in Residence program that is situated within a landscape architectural design studio.

DEADLINE: March 15, 2026 - 11:59 pm

Help with grants – AFA resources for individual artists

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The deadline for Individual Project Funding programs is approaching fast. Here’s what artists applying for grants need to know.

DEADLINE: March 2, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Calgary Philharmonic Society Board of Directors (Volunteer Position)

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Calgary Phil Board members serve in a volunteer capacity and provide oversight, guidance, and support to the Calgary Philharmonic Society. Their responsibilities include participating in strategic direction, fundraising, financial oversight, and governance.

DEADLINE: March 2, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Poetry Anthology Contribution

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This anthology project, Black Psalms of the Shivering Ones, calls on Afro-Canadian poets to reflect and produce new images of how winter experiences shape Afro-Canadian lifeworlds.

DEADLINE: April 14, 2026 - 5:00 pm

ArtsHub 118 Co-operative is looking for a new member for March 1 2026!

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Discover ArtsHub 118 living! We are currently looking for a new member for March 1, 2026. Applications are taken at all times.

DEADLINE: March 1, 2026 - 5:00 am

Career Opportunity: Director, Orchestra Operations

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The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra is seeking an experienced and collaborative Director, Orchestra Operations (DOO) to lead all non-artistic orchestra operations.

DEADLINE: March 6, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Career Opportunity: Production Cooridinator

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This position oversees the day-to-day execution of all production, logistical, and technical aspects of Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra services.

DEADLINE: March 6, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Career Opportunity: Director of Marketing & Communications

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Calgary Opera seeks an entrepreneurial Director of Marketing & Communications to drive ticket sales, audience engagement, and brand strategy.

DEADLINE: March 5, 2026 - 4:30 pm

Sports Writing 2026 - Banff Centre for the Arts and Creativity

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This two-week residency encourages the exploration of new ideas in sports writing.

DEADLINE: April 8, 2026 - 4:30 pm

Career Opportunity: Curatorial Assistant, City of Medicine Hat

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The Curatorial Assistant position with the City of Medicine Hat is a rare and exciting opportunity for museum professionals seeking meaningful, hands-on work with collections, exhibitions, and public engagement.