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Celebrate National Indigenous History Month
Date: May 31, 2022
Learn about the rich history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.
Work of the Week: Faye HeavyShield
Date: May 4, 2022
In honour of Red Dress Day, we feature two artworks by Faye HeavyShield: red dress and blood
Work of the Week: Strange Jury #2 by Dwayne Martineau
Date: Feb 28, 2022
Work of the Week invites you to explore the unnoticed world of nature and to challenge our perspectives.
Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 6
Date: Jan 19, 2022
6th and final wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.
Norma Dunning wins 2021 Governor General's Literary Award for English-language fiction
Date: Nov 19, 2021
Congratulations to Norma Dunning, and also to Alberta-based writer Jenna Butler who was named a finalist for an award.
Alberta Artist Profile | Robin Cisek
Date: Sep 22, 2021
Take part in art by getting to know local artists. Robin Cisek is a singer/songwriter working in Alberta.
Alberta's 2021 Distinguished Artists
Date: Jun 14, 2021
Faye HeavyShield, Cheryl Foggo, and Vicki Adams Willis receive 2021 Distinguished Artist Awards.
Work of the Week | “Magpie” by Bruno Canadien
Date: Jun 11, 2021
This week’s Work of the Week is “Magpie” by Bruno Canadien.
Work of the Week: "Wisdom Trail" by Alex Janvier
Date: Mar 5, 2021
This week’s Work of the Week is "Wisdom Trail" by acclaimed Indigenous artist Alex Janvier.
Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 4
Date: Jan 28, 2021
Fourth wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.