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Arts Research: Statistics Canada General Social Survey 2016
Date: Jun 19, 2018
See how Canadians spend their time pursuing creative activities according to the Statistics Canada General Social Survey 2016.
Alberta’s space matching tool lists 1,000th venue
Date: Feb 21, 2018
This online tool for arts organizations is supported in part through funding from the Alberta Foundation for the Arts. Congratulations!
Erin McDonald, Manager, Art Collections recognized by Avenue Magazine
Date: Oct 31, 2017
Erin was named one of Avenue Magazine's Edmonton Top 40 under 40 for 2017. Congratulations to all artists recognized by Avenue Calgary and Edmonton.
Introducing our new Director, Arts Development.
Date: Oct 2, 2017
The Arts Branch is pleased to announce that David Folk has accepted the position of Director, Arts Development.
Introducing the AFA Young Artist Prize recipients
Date: Jun 19, 2017
Chosen by the 25 Influential Alberta Artists, these young artists are the next generation of Alberta’s art community
AFA Commemorative Art Projects
Date: Jun 19, 2017
Learn about five successful projects that received funding for a legacy artwork, performance or composition to reflect the theme: Alberta Inspires.
Impact of funding 2016-2017
Date: May 4, 2017
Explore an interactive visual overview of how AFA funding is distributed across the province to support Alberta's arts community and learn more about
Behind the scenes: the very first Arts Days
Date: Aug 23, 2016
It’s hard to believe this arts filled weekend has only been around nationally since 2009. But did you know the very first one happened in Alberta?
Three-year funding x four grants =...
Date: Jul 19, 2016
The Alberta Ballet, Beaverlodge Cultural Society, the Edmonton Fringe Festival… what do these organizations have in common?