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Arts in Focus - Quickdraw Animation Society | Celebrating Pride in the Arts
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Quickdraw Animation Society is Calgary’s home for independent animation. Learn more about their LGBTQ2S+ Animation History Project, which examines queer representation in animation.
AFA 2026-27 annual budget
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A message from AFA Chair, Cynthia P. Moore, regarding our 2026-27 annual budget.
Afro-Cuban Poetry: From Myths and Memory to Social Transformation
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This 60-minute workshop explores Afro-Cuban poetry and film as living forces of resistance—tools to defend identity, confront stereotypes, and turn silence into action.
Beyond the Postcard: Cuba’s Untold Stories
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Beyond the Postcard: Cuba’s Untold Stories opens a window into a Cuba that exists beyond the postcard image—beyond vintage cars, palm trees, and streets staged in nostalgia.
Alberta Playwrights' Network Open Call with Louise Casemore
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Calling all APN Members, non-members, former members, or those curious about what APN offers – you are cordially invited to sign up for a 30-minute virtual visit with APN’s ED, Louise Casemore.
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.
Exhibition: Baseline by Anna Gaby-Trotz
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Come visit our Main Gallery to see Baseline by Anna Gaby-Trotz.
Dance//Novella DUAL Immersion 2026
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This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into creative exploration, professional development, and collaboration.
Audio Recording Engineer: BMiR 2027 | Apply Now
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Audio Recording Engineer participants support both studio and live recordings, gaining meaningful experience, adding to their professional portfolio and network.
Artist Spotlight: Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild
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Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild shares the inspiration behind her artwork, in particular the dolls she makes. During National Indigenous History Month, the AFA is proud to celebrate Alaynee’s artistic practice and its connection with her family history.