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Alberta artists Chris Cran and Vicki Adams Willis named to the Order of Canada
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The AFA is proud to have supported Chris Cran and Vicki Adams Willis throughout their careers.
Arts in Focus - Quickdraw Animation Society | Celebrating Pride in the Arts
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Quickdraw Animation Society is Calgary’s home for independent animation. Learn more about their LGBTQ2S+ Animation History Project, which examines queer representation in animation.
AFA 2026-27 annual budget
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A message from AFA Chair, Cynthia P. Moore, regarding our 2026-27 annual budget.
Discover the impact of Francophone Arts in Alberta | Découvrez l’impact des arts francophones en Alberta
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The AFA is pleased to sponsor research into Alberta’s Francophone Arts sector during the Year of the Francophonie. | En cette Année de la francophonie, l’AFA est heureuse de soutenir la recherche sur le secteur des arts francophones de l’Alberta.
Artist Spotlight: Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild
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Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild shares the inspiration behind her artwork, in particular the dolls she makes. During National Indigenous History Month, the AFA is proud to celebrate Alaynee’s artistic practice and its connection with her family history.
Work of the Week: Ron Myren
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We’re proud to feature artwork by Ron Myren, after his former home was designated a municipal historic resource by the City of Edmonton.
The Alberta Music Action Plan debuts at Number 1 | Le Plan d’action de l’Alberta pour la musique fait une entrée fracassante au sommet des palmarès
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New action plan takes Alberta’s music sector to the top of the charts, boosting talent, amplifying opportunity and turning up the volume on economic growth.
AFA funded authors nominated for the 2026 Alberta Literary Awards
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Winners will be announced on June 5 in Edmonton.
Work of the week celebrates World Art Day 2026
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World Art Day, observed on April 15, is a celebration to promote the development, diffusion and enjoyment of art.
Remembering Horst Schmid, former Alberta Minister of Culture
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Horst Schmid passed away April 4, 2026 at the age of 92.