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Open Call for artworks, performance, and fashion on theme of SUPPORT

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We’re inviting artists, designers, performers, & artist-researchers to propose artwork for an arts festival on the theme of SUPPORT to be held in Edmonton, Alberta in 2028.

DEADLINE: December 15, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Artists: "Not So Mini" International Print Exchange

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Alberta Printmakers' (A/P) annual print exchange and exhibition is back! This event, in conjunction with a silent auction fundraiser, showcases and connects the talent of local, national, and international artists, while raising vital funds for A/P's community programming.

DEADLINE: November 25, 2026 - 5:00 pm

CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2027 Next Generation Indie Book Awards (September Early Bird Special)

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The Next Generation Indie Book Awards is an international awards program for indie authors and independent publishers.

DEADLINE: February 17, 2027 - 5:00 pm

Call for anthology submissions: Dear Body

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Dear Body, is a cross-border literary anthology that invites you to write letters to your body, sparking honest, creative, and necessary dialogue around aging, fertility, roles, menopause, and other hormonal changes.

DEADLINE: January 12, 2027 - 5:00 pm

CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2027 Next Generation Indie Book Awards

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The largest international awards program for indie authors and independent publishers.

DEADLINE: February 12, 2027 - 5:00 pm

CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2027 Next Generation Short Story Awards

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A not-for-profit international awards program for authors of short stories

DEADLINE: February 25, 2027 - 5:00 pm

ChamberFest West (CFW), Calgary-based Music Organization, Board Recruitment Opportunity

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CFW presents a major international summer music festival and is building its Board. Candidates with governing experience, community connections a plus.