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Statistics Canada study: Financial impacts of the pandemic
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On August 17, Statistics Canada published a paper on the Financial impacts of the pandemic on culture, arts, entertainment and recreation.
Alberta's 2021 Distinguished Artists
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Faye HeavyShield, Cheryl Foggo, and Vicki Adams Willis receive 2021 Distinguished Artist Awards.
The art of giving
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Acquisition by donation has been a foundational building block to establishing the AFA Art Collection. Here are just a few notable examples.
Arts Impact Rural Alberta
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Arts Impact Rural Alberta focuses on AFA support of the arts in Alberta’s communities of 25,000 people or fewer.
The AFA board on the map
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The AFA Board of Directors not only provides leadership for our agency, it is our vital link to the Alberta arts community.
Update to AFA Music grants
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AFA music grant applicants must now upload music samples directly into their GATE Front Office online applications.
AFA awards 15 Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medals
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The AFA awarded 15 medals to arts champions during two ceremonies in Edmonton on January 30 and in Calgary on February 2.
Painting a new start with Alberta's Future Leaders
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It seemed impossible to Alysha that she might be a gifted artist. But with the help of her Alberta's Future Leaders mentors, things changed.
AFA engagement (April 2021): What We Heard
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In April 2021 the AFA sought feedback through targeted engagement on stakeholder challenges and anticipated needs to inform its 2021-22 spending plan.
Upgrading Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre
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Alberta’s government is investing in the Citadel Theatre so that Albertans of all ages will be able to continue to enjoy the performing arts in YEG.