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The Edmonton Arts Council is here to support and inspire artists across our city and region. Whether you’re searching for a job in the arts community, want to sign up for a workshop, or are seeking support for artists, you’ve come to the right place.
Classifieds
See All Community ClassifiedsYoung Companies 2025/26 Auditions, Citadel Theatre
We are thrilled to open up a second round of auditions for the 2025/26 Young Performing Company and are currently accepting video submissions. Applications are also open for the Young Production Company. Deadlines are Monday, August 4 and Sunday August 17 at 11:59PM.
Edmonton Heritage Council: Funding Indigenous Resurgence in Edmonton (FIRE) Grant Program.
This vital initiative provides funding up to $10,000 to support heritage-based projects led by First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals, collectives, and organizations in Edmonton. Deadline: September 15th
Call for Artists, SkirtsAfire 2026
Be a part of SkirtsAfire 2026! We’re calling artists of all disciplines to submit for several events in our 11 day festival. Deadline for submissions is September 1, 2025.
Video Resources
See allSmartSimple Tutorial
The EAC uses a system called SmartSimple for our grant programs and calls to artists. This tutorial takes you through the process of registering in SmartSimple and setting up a profile before you start your application. Once you set up your profile, you can use it to apply to all current and future opportunities.
EAC Grant Terms and Concepts for Artists
This video series is meant to assist artists through some of the specific terms and concepts used in our application process.
Logo & Files
Access EAC media
To recognize the investments that we make through our programs, we ask that all funding recipients include the EAC and City of Edmonton in their media releases and marketing materials. Download promotional materials and digital files here.
Funding FAQs & glossaries
Have questions about the supports available to you? Find answers and everything you need to complete an application, access funding, and join Edmonton’s arts community.
Access Support
Experiencing a barrier to accessing EAC funding, applying to a call to artists, or other programs? You could receive up to $500 in assistance to support difficulties with physical, cultural, language, technical, or other barriers to application.