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Additional Support for Rozsa Foundation's COVID-19 Programs
Date: May 12, 2020
Calgary Arts Development adds additional support to Rozsa Foundation's COVID-19 programs.
Updated AFA response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Date: Mar 26, 2020
Updated information about the AFA's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
AFA response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic
Date: Mar 13, 2020
AFA recognizes the potential impact to Alberta’s artists and arts organizations and is ready to support and respond to affected grant recipients.
Joyce Doolittle 1928-2020
Date: Mar 11, 2020
We are saddened to hear of the passing of trailblazing and much-loved theatre icon Joyce Doolittle.
Budget 2020
Date: Feb 28, 2020
On February 27, the Alberta government announced details of its 2020-21 budget.
Statistical Insights on the Arts in Alberta
Date: Feb 14, 2020
Learn more about cultural workers in Alberta.
Month of the Artist in Alberta now in September
Date: Dec 20, 2019
Month of the Artist in Alberta is moving to September to complement Culture Days celebrations taking place in the province & across Canada.
Stony Plain Photographer is One of 11 Finalists for the 2019 Luxembourg Art Prize
Date: Sep 27, 2019
Jenna Hobbs is the only Canadian entry for this international art award.
Calgary Contemporary Art Map
Date: Aug 14, 2019
Looking for art in Calgary? The Esker Foundation has mapped out nearly 40 contemporary art locations in Calgary!
National Indigenous Peoples Day
Date: Jun 21, 2019
Celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures & incredible achievements of First Nations, Inuit & Métis!