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Government of Alberta Enacts Stronger Public Health Restrictions
Date: May 6, 2021
New, mandatory restrictions are in effect to protect the health system and stop the spike of COVID-19.
The Creative Incubator Initiative
Date: May 3, 2021
cSPACE Projects & the Calgary Foundation respond to the challenges facing artists in the face of the pandemic with the Creative Incubator Initiative.
Happy International Dance Day!
Date: Apr 29, 2021
Today's International Dance Day! Established in 1982 by UNESCO International Theatre Institute, International Dance Day falls on April 29 every year.
Digital Business Academy for Artists
Date: Apr 22, 2021
FREE courses for Canadian artists to grow their business.
Online Workshop | Self-Portrait Puppet
Date: Apr 15, 2021
Create a self-portrait based puppet over 8 weeks in this award-winning program. Participate in drama exercises, group discussions, and sharing!
Call for Entries | WildDogs International Screendance Festival
Date: Apr 6, 2021
We invite dance, movement, image, and video artists to submit their dance films until July 18, 2021.
Deadline: Jul 18, 2021 - 11:45 pm
Alberta Culture Days grants now open - deadline extended to May 14!
Date: Mar 30, 2021
Alberta’s government is now accepting grant applications for Alberta Culture Days 2021.
Deadline: May 14, 2021 - 7:00 pm
Federal Supports for Arts and Live Events Workers in Response to COVID-19
Date: Mar 17, 2021
Further details have been announced about the implementation of $181.5 million in federal funding for the live arts and music sectors in 2021–2022.
EPCOR Announces an Additional $1 Million for Heart + Soul Fund
Date: Mar 16, 2021
As a direct response to community need, EPCOR is providing an additional $1 million through its Heart + Soul Fund.
Rozsa Arts at the Library Call for Performing Artists
Date: Mar 2, 2021
Rozsa Arts at the Library is an initiative that brings artists to the library.