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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.

Arts Research: Statistics Canada General Social Survey 2016

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See how Canadians spend their time pursuing creative activities according to the Statistics Canada General Social Survey 2016.

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!

When are Canada’s culture goers willing to come back to the arts?

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Read the results of a new survey gauging Canadians’ attitudes on returning to indoor and outdoor arts and culture events across Canada.

Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 2

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Second wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.

Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 4

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Fourth wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.

In Remembrance | Bob McPhee, 1956-2021

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AFA Board Chair's statement on the passing of Alberta arts champion, Bob McPhee.

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

Alberta’s 1st Artist in Residence revealed

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Edmonton’s Lauren Crazybull has been named the Government of Alberta's first Artist in Residence.

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.