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AFA Pluralism policy: Request for proposals
Date: Jun 1, 2021
The AFA seeks expressions of interest from qualified organizations or individuals to help implement its Pluralism policy.
Deadline: Jul 2, 2021 - 4:00 pm
Announcement | Amplifying Live Music Funding in Alberta
Date: May 14, 2021
Alberta’s government launches the Stabilize Live Music Grant program to help rebuild and reopen live experiences once public health guidelines allow.
The Kathleen & Russell Lane Canadian Art Award
Date: Apr 15, 2021
This award supports a full-time student at an Alberta post-secondary institution entering their final year of studies in visual arts.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2021 - 11:45 pm
Call for Nominations | 2021 Kenojuak Ashevak Memorial Award
Date: Apr 13, 2021
The Inuit Art Foundation (IAF) will be accepting nominations for the 2021 Kenojuak Ashevak Memorial Award (KAMA).
Deadline: Jun 25, 2021 - 9:45 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.
Budget 2021
Date: Feb 26, 2021
On February 25, the Alberta government announced details of its 2021-22 budget.
Explore the economics of Alberta art
Date: Jul 25, 2019
On April 25, 2019, Statistics Canada released Culture Satellite Account (CSA) updated economic data for the Canadian arts, culture & sport sectors.
AFA provides supplemental project funding Alberta Culture Days 2018
Date: Jul 20, 2018
The AFA offered one-time project funding to support Alberta Culture Days 2018 celebrations led by Indigenous and Culturally Diverse communities.