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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.
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See All Community ClassifiedsCall for artists: SkirtsAfire 2025
Be a part of SkirtsAfire 2025! We’re calling artists of all disciplines to submit for several events in our 11 day festival. SkirtsAfire is a growing theatre and multidisciplinary arts festival that features the work of women in conjunction with International Women’s Day, March 6 – March 16, 2025. Apply by Sep 1, 2024.
Call for Submissions: Emerging Digital Artists Award (EDAA)
(EDAA) is Canada’s first digital art award designed to foster experimentation in the work of emerging artists and create opportunities for those working in digital media. Each year, five emerging artists receive a $5,000 prize for their outstanding work. Apply by Aug 5, 2024.
Job Opportunity: Program Specialist -Stained Glass
Share your expert knowledge and passion for the arts with the citizens of Edmonton! The City Arts Centre is looking for program specialists to teach stained glass classes. Apply by August 5.
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Insurance for Arts Organizations
A user’s guide to the different forms of insurance, what they do, and what questions to ask as you shop. Join Bradley Moss from Theatre Network, with stories of how insurance policies and claims unfold, and with Haily Taskey, Senior Advisor at Lloyd Sadd Insurance Brokers Ltd. Get a ground-level look at the importance of appropriate insurance coverage for your organization.
Another's Perspective: Writing what you don't Know
Writing from outside our own personal experience is something that most writers are going to tackle at some point in their careers. How do writers create authentic characters from different cultural backgrounds without delving into dangerous stereotypes?
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.