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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 ClassifiedsOUTREACH AND PROGRAMS ASSISTANT, MITCHELL ART GALLERY
MacEwan University is seeking an Outreach and Programs Assistant for a full-time continuing opportunity with the Mitchell Art Gallery (MAG) in the Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications. The MAG is MacEwan University’s public art gallery, which is dedicated to engaging timely conversations and community through contemporary art.
Seeking BIPOC Mentees For Horizons Writers Circle
The Writers’ Guild of Alberta, with the support of the EAC, is currently seeking mentees for the Horizons Writers Circle (from January – May 2024). The program offers mentorship, workshops, discussions, networking, public reading opportunities, industry events, and more.
Submissions open: City of Edmonton Film Prize
The City of Edmonton Film Prize recognizes artists (directors and/or producers), based on a single film, video or online work that has had a first broadcast or public exhibition in the calendar year prior to the deadline. The primary prize recipient will be awarded $15,000, and two secondary prizes of $5,000 will be awarded to the runners up.
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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.