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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.
Artist in Residence sings for Albertans and Artists
Date: Mar 26, 2021
A free online video concert - "Joal Kamps - Backstage & Up Close" - will be available starting on March 26 at 1 p.m.
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.
And the Nominees Are...
Date: Mar 17, 2021
Alberta musicians get Juno nods, and the Edmonton Music Prize announce its top 3 finalists!
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.
Budget 2021
Date: Feb 26, 2021
On February 25, the Alberta government announced details of its 2021-22 budget.
What We Heard| Canada Council for the Arts Report on its Engagement for the 2021-26 Strategic Plan
Date: Jan 28, 2021
Read the stakeholder input for the Canada Council for the Arts 2021-26 Strategic Plan.
Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 4
Date: Jan 28, 2021
Fourth wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.
Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 3
Date: Nov 13, 2020
Third wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.