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Call for Volunteers: ADFA Casino July 22 & 23
Date: Jun 17, 2022
The ADFA is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help out with its 2022 casino fundraiser, happening July 22 and 23, 2022.
Budget 2022
Date: Feb 28, 2022
On February 24, the Alberta government announced details of its 2022-23 budget.
Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 6
Date: Jan 19, 2022
6th and final wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.
Upholding the value of artists to Alberta | À la défense du rôle des artistes en Alberta
Date: Oct 27, 2021
Proposed new legislation will promote greater economic security, freedom of expression and professional recognition for Alberta artists.
The Relationship Between Arts Participation and Health
Date: Sep 15, 2021
A recent Hill Strategies study explores the positive relationship between Canadians’ art participation and health and well-bring.
September is Month of the Artist in Alberta
Date: Sep 1, 2021
During the Month of the Artist, Albertans recognize and raise awareness of the value artists bring to our communities.
Statistics Canada study: Financial impacts of the pandemic
Date: Aug 26, 2021
On August 17, Statistics Canada published a paper on the Financial impacts of the pandemic on culture, arts, entertainment and recreation.
Alberta Culture Days feature sites announced
Date: Aug 26, 2021
On August 5, the Alberta government announced the 5 feature sites representing each region of the province.
Alberta enters Stage 3 of its Open For Summer Plan
Date: Jul 1, 2021
Alberta is now in Stage 3 of the Open for Summer Plan. All public health measures have been lifted except in specific settings.
2021 Legacy Arts Award winners announced at the Mayor's Lunch for Arts Champions
Date: Jun 9, 2021
Eight outstanding Calgary artists have been honoured with a $5,000 cash prize.