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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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Call for Volunteer Board Members: Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation
The ICAI is seeking volunteer board members who are passionate about the arts and committed to supporting newcomer and immigrant artistic communities. we are specifically prioritizing candidates with experience in: Board Secretary responsibilities, accounting/financial management, government relations and advocacy. Deadline: June 30, 2026
Call for Acts – Q2Q: Clown Shorts
In collaboration with Fringe Theatre Adventures, Q2Q: Clown Shorts invites submissions from Queer established and emerging clowns, physical comedians, and comedic character performers for an evening of Queer Clown! Deadline: July 20, 2026.
Call to Artists: Edmonton AMPLIFIED
Edmonton AMPLIFIED is a year-round live music initiative that creates performance opportunities for Alberta artists through community events, festival partnerships, and major city-wide celebrations. Artists may be considered for one or more Edmonton AMPLIFIED opportunities throughout the year. Apply by July 6.
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SmartSimple 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.