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Link to Important dates

Important dates

Date: Mar 24, 2023

Important deadlines to know for AFA funding applicants.
Link to Budget 2023

Budget 2023

Date: Mar 1, 2023

In Budget 2023, funding for the AFA was maintained at $25.6 million to continue to provide essential support to Alberta’s arts sector.
Link to Announcing the Arts Sector Donation Program

Announcing the Arts Sector Donation Program

Date: Jun 10, 2022

A great way to enhance the work AFA does to support and grow Alberta's vibrant arts community. Donate $50 or more for an official donation receipt.
Link to AFA engagement (April 2021): What We Heard

AFA engagement (April 2021): What We Heard

Date: Jun 25, 2021

In April 2021 the AFA sought feedback through targeted engagement on stakeholder challenges and anticipated needs to inform its 2021-22 spending plan.
Link to AFA provides supplemental project funding Alberta Culture Days 2018

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.