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Sir András Schiff: Presented by the Edmonton Chamber Music Society

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The Edmonton Chamber Music Society is proud to present a celebration of extraordinary music in the 2026/27 season with a dazzling lineup of some of the most distinguished performers in the world of chamber music.

DEADLINE: December 2, 2026 - 7:30 pm

Busch Trio: Presented by the Edmonton Chamber Music Society

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The Edmonton Chamber Music Society is proud to present a celebration of extraordinary music in the 2026/27 season with a dazzling lineup of some of the most distinguished performers in the world of chamber music.

DEADLINE: October 15, 2026 - 7:30 pm

Discover ArtsHub 118 Living!

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Living spaces are available to artists, non-profit arts professionals and cultural industry professionals who meet the income requirements for affordable housing.

DEADLINE: October 1, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Casino Volunteers (Contemporary Calgary)

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Contemporary Calgary is excited to announce that we will be hosting a Charitable Casino Fundraiser at Cowboys Casino on October 20th and 21st. We are currently seeking dedicated volunteers to help make this important fundraising event a success!

DEADLINE: October 21, 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

Odd Objects: Things We Believe In - TREX SW Exhibition

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Featuring the whimsical work of artists Mantis Mei, Teresa Tam, and Pamela Vickerson, this exhibition showcases both the humorous and sentimental relationships we have with the objects we love. Curated by Levin Ifko. TREX Southwest

Alberta artists Chris Cran and Vicki Adams Willis named to the Order of Canada

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The AFA is proud to have supported Chris Cran and Vicki Adams Willis throughout their careers.

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.

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.