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Alberta art shines at the National Gallery of Canada
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Calgary-based Chris Cran and Cold Lake’s Alex Janvier each had noteworthy, full-career retrospective shows at the National Gallery of Canada in 2016
AFA funding information now on Open Alberta
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Wonder how AFA funding gets distributed? Open Alberta has the answers.
Behind the scenes: the very first Arts Days
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It’s hard to believe this arts filled weekend has only been around nationally since 2009. But did you know the very first one happened in Alberta?
Meet me at the public art
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Learn about how artwork from the AFA Public Art Commission program enhances public space often evolving into a community landmark.
AFA Commemorative Art Projects
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Learn about five successful projects that received funding for a legacy artwork, performance or composition to reflect the theme: Alberta Inspires.
Meet AFA's 25 Influential Artists
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In spring 2016, the AFA began accepting community nominations to identify 25 Influential Alberta Artists from the past 25 years.
Go Behind the Scenes with the AFA's Art Collections Manager!
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What does it take to get an artwork in show-worthy shape? Find out!
Dive into the 2017-18 AFA Annual Report
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Explore the 2017-18 AFA Annual Report, including last fiscal year's accomplishments and highlights
Read the 2022-23 AFA Annual Report
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Read the 2022-23 AFA Annual Report, including last fiscal year's accomplishments and highlights.
Get to know GATE before applying for a grant
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The AFA only accepts applications through the Front Office portal of the GATE online application system.