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Ice, with Edmonton Young Voices

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Join us with Edmonton Young Voices featuring new works by Canadian composers on climate change, including Frank Horvath’s Arctic Haikus world premiere

DEADLINE: May 31, 2026 - 10:55 pm

Good Friday with Pro Coro Canada

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Experience Dvořák’s Stabat Mater and the world premiere of Alberto Grau’s O Vos Omnes

DEADLINE: April 4, 2026 - 3:05 am

Light of Paradise, with Quasar Saxophone Quartet

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North American premiere of Paul Mealor's choral opera The Light of Paradise with Quasar Saxophone Quartet

DEADLINE: March 2, 2026 - 4:15 am

New Year’s Eve with Pro Coro Canada

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Ring in the new year with Pro Coro Canada—an evening of joyful music, celebration, and timeless favourites!

DEADLINE: January 1, 2026 - 6:30 am

Celebrating Black and Indigenous artists at the MacEwan Art Collection

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MacEwan University's Art Collection has acquired new artworks from Black and Indigenous artists that will be on display in the John L. Haar Library. Three of these artists are also part of the AFA Art Collection.

Artist profile - Paul Reich

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After 28 years of service with the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Paul Reich will officially retire from his position as Arts Development Consultant - Dance.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2025

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On this day, the AFA is pleased to feature Ancestors (Keepers), 1991, by Dr. Joane Cardinal-Schubert.

AFA Artist Spotlight - Jessica Plattner

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Jessica Plattner shares her experience applying and provides insight into the story behind her work and what inspires her artistic practice.

AFA Film and Video Grant Webinars in 2026

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Nick will be providing tips and other useful information to apply for all project types, helping you develop your funding application and increase your chances of success.

DEADLINE: February 26, 2026 - 3:40 pm

Submissions are Open for the Calgary Regional One Act Play Festival

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The Pumphouse Theatre has presented the Calgary Region One-Act Play Festival with the Alberta Drama Festival Association for over 30 years and we are excited to do so again!

DEADLINE: February 1, 2026 - 12:30 am