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Norma Dunning wins 2021 Governor General's Literary Award for English-language fiction

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Congratulations to Norma Dunning, and also to Alberta-based writer Jenna Butler who was named a finalist for an award.

Upholding the value of artists to Alberta | À la défense du rôle des artistes en Alberta

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Proposed new legislation will promote greater economic security, freedom of expression and professional recognition for Alberta artists.

Congratulations JUNO Awards recipients!

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Congratulations to Alberta Juno Awards 2022 recipients on May 15, 2022!

Celebrate National Indigenous History Month

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Learn about the rich history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.

Residential Schools Memorial - government is seeking Indigenous Artists

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Indigenous artists can submit a Expression of Interest for a memorial on legislature grounds to honor residential school students who never came home.

DEADLINE: July 29, 2022 - 6:00 pm

Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 1

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First set 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 3

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

Calgary's IntegralOrg added to National Network of Legal Clinics for the Arts

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IntegralOrg added to system of connected regional legal hubs for artists and arts organizations that includes existing Canadian pro-bono legal clinics

Alberta Artist Profile | Frederick Kroetsch

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Take part in art by getting to know local artists. Frederick Kroetsch is an award-winning documentary filmmaker working in Alberta.

The Relationship Between Arts Participation and Health

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A recent Hill Strategies study explores the positive relationship between Canadians’ art participation and health and well-bring.