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Call for Workshop Proposals
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Alberta Craft is seeking artists to lead engaging, hands-on, craft-focused workshops
DEADLINE: May 15, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Work of the week celebrates World Art Day 2026
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World Art Day, observed on April 15, is a celebration to promote the development, diffusion and enjoyment of art.
Remembering Horst Schmid, former Alberta Minister of Culture
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Horst Schmid passed away April 4, 2026 at the age of 92.
Grindstone Theatre School - Summer Adult Classes 2026
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Acting, improv, theatre, and stand-up classes for adults. Develop performance skills, confidence, and creativity, ending in a showcase.
DEADLINE: May 15, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Grindstone Theatre School - Summer Camps 2026
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Summer camps for kids and teens ages 5–17. Explore comedy, acting, improv, film, magic, and musical theatre. Build confidence.
DEADLINE: May 15, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Congratulations to the 2026 Juno Awards winners!
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Congratulations to all 2026 Juno nominees and winners
CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2027 Next Generation Indie Book Awards
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The largest international awards program for indie authors and independent publishers.
DEADLINE: February 12, 2027 - 5:00 pm
CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2027 Next Generation Short Story Awards
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A not-for-profit international awards program for authors of short stories
DEADLINE: February 25, 2027 - 5:00 pm
Work of the week welcomes Easter and announces AFA Office Closure
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In observance of the Easter holiday, our AFA offices in Edmonton and the AFA art house will be closed.
Call for Mural Artists (Strathcona County)
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Strathcona County is seeking an artist or artist team to design and paint a large-scale exterior mural on a freestanding cinder block skate shack / washroom / concession building located at the centre of Sherwood Heights Multi-Sport Park in Sherwood Park.
DEADLINE: June 4, 2026 - 11:59 pm