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IWD 2023: Canada’s population of artists led by women
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On a day we celebrate the many amazing women in our communities, we focus on women in the arts.
Watch now: Building a Collection - Celebrating 50 years of the AFA Art Collection
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The AFA released “Building a Collection – Celebrating 50 Years of the AFA Art Collection," on World Art Day (April 15), and is available to watch now!
70% of Albertans attend arts events
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The 2023 Survey of Albertans reveals that 70% of Albertans attended arts and culture events in 2022-23, while 54% participated in arts.
18,000 professional artists in Alberta
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Hill Strategies’ Statistical insights on the arts shares their analysis of the on the profile of artists in Alberta in 2021.
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.
Work of the Week showcases Harry Kiyooka
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The AFA has loaned 8 artworks to be included in The Nickle Galleries exhibition of Harry Kiyooka, curated by Mary-Beth Laviolette.
Spotlight on Arts Audiences - Wave 2 Results
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Second set of results of a long-term study on understanding Alberta arts audiences. Watch a presentation of the report.
Women's History Month: Celebrating the diversity of women through the arts
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Celebrate women's history month by visiting local exhibitions curated by women and featuring artwork from the AFA Art Collection.