Edmonton

The Newcomer Arts Professional Program (NAPP) is a dedicated professional development initiative tailored to empower and support newcomer professional artists, arts administrators, and cultural workers. NAPP is a pivotal platform, fostering connections, resource access, educational enrichment, and professional establishment within the Canadian arts landscape. 

This opportunity is for newcomer arts professionals in both Edmonton and Calgary only.

NAPP CORE OFFERINGS 

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Wayne Powell – April 17

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

Wayne Powell has been around creating high quality audio performances and albums with original music for over 30 years.

What makes Wayne's sound so unique? 

Position:  Artistic Director (full-time)

Compensation: $54,000 annually plus benefits. 

Start date:  July 1, 2026 or as soon as practical

Reports:  To the Board of Directors

Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Closing date: April 14, 2026 

Interviews: weeks of April 27th & May 4th

About Us 

The Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation (ICAI) is an arts council based in Alberta, founded in January 2019 with the expressed purpose of connecting newcomer and immigrant artists, arts administrators, and culture workers to the existing arts community in Alberta. 

Join us for the 46th Annual Art Auction in support of the Brian Webb Dance Company—an exciting and elegant brunch event at the Chateau Louis Hotel & Conference Centre. Enjoy a grand buffet while exploring a diverse collection of art through both silent and live auctions, featuring everything from paintings and sculptures to jewelry and unique gift certificates.

With only 112 seats available, this highly anticipated event sells out fast—secure your early bird tickets now (individual or tables of 8) and come ready to bid generously in support of the arts!

Sama-Sama Video Launch and Art Exhibit on Anti-Racism
Sharing stories and experiences of anti-racism in Alberta and perspectives on how to raise awareness and act together towards a more inclusive future

Art Exhibit
April 1 – 30, 2026
Edmonton Public Library – Millwoods Library Gallery
2610 Hewes Way NW, Edmonton, AB T6L 0A9
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Videos Launch
Sunday, April 19, 2026
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Edmonton Public Library – Millwoods Library Gallery
2610 Hewes Way NW, Edmonton, AB T6L 0A9

Free and open to public

Gallery Exhibition Date: March 30 - May 2, 2026
Opening Reception: April 7, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)

You are warmly invited to the opening reception of North Side: Marilyn Quaedvlieg

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 

Jessie Rose is a singer/songwriter from Edmonton. Covering a wide array of popular songs as well as performing heartfelt originals on acoustic guitar.

Get tickets here: https://www.thecarrot.ca/event-shop/jessierose