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Behind the scenes: the very first Arts Days
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It’s hard to believe this arts filled weekend has only been around nationally since 2009. But did you know the very first one happened in Alberta?
Alberta's ever-evolving visual arts community
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We’ve collected some highlights of the ever-changing organism that is visual arts in Alberta over the last 25 years.
Meet me at the public art
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Learn about how artwork from the AFA Public Art Commission program enhances public space often evolving into a community landmark.
AFA Commemorative Art Projects
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Learn about five successful projects that received funding for a legacy artwork, performance or composition to reflect the theme: Alberta Inspires.
Meet AFA's 25 Influential Artists
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In spring 2016, the AFA began accepting community nominations to identify 25 Influential Alberta Artists from the past 25 years.
Read the 2022-23 AFA Annual Report
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Read the 2022-23 AFA Annual Report, including last fiscal year's accomplishments and highlights.
Arts Impact Alberta 2014
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Arts Impact Alberta 2014 is a comprehensive seven-year snapshot of the impacts and activities of the organizations that receive funding from the AFA.
Get to know GATE before applying for a grant
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The AFA only accepts applications through the Front Office portal of the GATE online application system.
AFA Commemorative Project "All the World’s a Stage"
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A short documentary film on renowned Calgary theatre artists will play in Edmonton and Calgary. It has been nominated for three AMPIA awards.
Interview with Elisa Mair – Finding Pride Through Storytelling | Day of the Dead Special
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In this special Day of the Dead release, we feature an intimate conversation with playwright and producer Elisa Mair in her Artist Spotlight video.