March 21, 2023 Program Open The Project Grant Program – Individuals and Collectives is intended to provide one-time project funding to individual artists and artist collectives in Calgary (known as Mohkinsstsis in Blackfoot), and is is now open for applications. March 21, 2023 Share Your Images Did you receive funding from Calgary Arts Development in 2022? We want to share your best images and show what a creative and vibrant arts community we have! March 21, 2023 Project Grant Program Learn more about the program guidelines and application process at an online information session, and/or bring your questions to our program specialist at one of two virtual ‘open office spaces.’ February 22, 2023 Creative Green Tools Pilot Program Deadline extended! Now April 6, 2023. Calgary Arts Development announces a new partnership with the Centre for Sustainable Practice in the Arts to pilot a set of carbon calculation and reporting tools for the arts and culture sector. February 22, 2023 Artist Development Microgrant Applications are now open for this program, which is intended to support professional and artistic skill development or business and career development activities for individual artists and artist collectives. February 1, 2023 Indigenous Artist Microgrant Open This program is intended to support First Nations, Métis and Inuit artists in the Treaty 7 region for activities related to the preservation, maintenance and revival of Indigenous culture and tradition. January 27, 2023 Strategic Framework We believe that the arts have the power to build our city. Read our 2023 – 2026 Strategic Framework. March 9, 2022 Get Our Newsletter Stay up-to-date with what we’re working on and what’s going on in Calgary—sign up for our weekly newsletter! What's On in Calgary Stay up to date with arts and culture events throughout the year Free March 22, 2023 - March 28, 2023 Free this Week A change of season brings a new opportunity to take in live music, film, visual art and more — all for free. Whatever you’re into, take a gander at our roundup to get your adventure started! Free March 15, 2023 - March 21, 2023 Free This Week If you’re looking for things to do this week, you’re spoiled for choice! And if you’re looking for what’s free, well, we have you covered there too. With so many events to choose from, you can take in a festival, photography, exhibition, vocal ensemble and more! Free March 8, 2023 - March 14, 2023 Free This Week Whether you’re a music lover, literary enthusiast or art aficionado, Calgary has something for everyone! Browse our list of free arts events and experience the best of the city’s creative offerings. Visual Art March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023 March Exhibitions Step into a world of creativity and imagination this month! Our roundup of art exhibitions showcases some of the city’s finest artists and offers a unique opportunity to experience their work. Free March 1, 2023 - March 7, 2023 Free This Week From live demos to exhibition tours to talks from acclaimed speakers, this week’s roundup of free arts happenings has got it all. You can’t go wrong with any of these events to start off your March! Free February 22, 2023 - February 28, 2023 Free This Week End off your February in artistic fashion with the finest serving of free events that the Calgary arts community has to offer — from poetry to photography to artist talks. Don’t miss out! Free February 15, 2023 - February 21, 2023 Free This Week It’s an exciting week of free events as we head into the second half of February! From visual art and photography, to artist talks, to a debut of a new monthly poetry series, there’s lots of art to look forward to! Free February 8, 2023 - February 14, 2023 Free This Week The week ahead brings the final week of Chinook Blast festivities, talks from author Leah Horlick, artist Joshua Jensen-Nagle and new visual art exhibitions — all for free! So, start planning your next arts outing! Visual Art February 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023 February Exhibitions February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s jam-packed with visual arts at galleries across Calgary and as part of festivals like Exposure and Chinook Blast. There’s lots to see, let our February roundup guide you! Research Useful information about Calgary Arts Development and the sector December 20, 2022 2022 Calgary Engagement Survey Despite a global pandemic and rising inflation pressures, the 2022 Calgary Engagement Survey shows Calgarians continue to explore and find ways to connect with the arts. September 23, 2022 2020 Economic Impact Assessment of Calgary Arts Development Grant Recipients In 2022, Calgary Arts Development contracted KPMG to independently conduct a revised economic impact assessment of Calgary arts organizations that receive operating grant funding. New Resource Phase Two Research Outcomes November 2, 2021 Building Experiences in the New Economy Spring 2022 research outcomes are now available from Phase 2 of Stone-Olafson’s ongoing research on how audiences will engage post-pandemic. Announcements March 14, 2023 Share your best images with us! Did you receive funding from Calgary Arts Development in 2022? We want to share your best images and show what a creative and vibrant arts community we have! February 16, 2023 Creative Green Tools Pilot Program Calgary Arts Development is seeking up to 60 arts organizations to participate in the Creative Green Tools pilot program in 2023 to help monitor and reduce carbon emissions in the arts community. February 14, 2023 Office Closure for Family Day Our staff will be taking a day off and our office will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023 for Family Day. We hope you enjoy a long weekend filled with theatre, film, dance, music and more. February 7, 2023 Register for a Free Financial Literacy Workshop for Artists Registration is now open for a free financial literacy workshop presented by Momentum in collaboration with Calgary Arts Development to help support artists. February 6, 2023 Now on Spotify! Calgary Arts Development is pleased to announce that the availability of the The Storytelling Podcast and The Storytelling Podcast: Indigenous Stories, is now available on Spotify to follow and listen. January 30, 2023 Strategic Framework A creative, connected Calgary through the arts, we believe that the arts have the power to build our city. Read Calgary Arts Development’s 2023 – 2026 Strategic Framework. Living a Creative Life Fuelling a vital, prosperous and connected city Web Series March 21, 2023 Episode 37 Guest host Toyin Oladele introduces some of the exciting performers, vendors and contributors who took part in this year’s Ethnik Festival for Arts and Culture held in February. The Storytelling Project March 14, 2023 Michelle Brandenburg Actor, clown, director, educator and lead facilitator at Inside Out Theatre, Michelle Brandenburg’s experiences with a diverse cross-section of artists has helped inspire and influence her work. Photo of the Month March 10, 2023 yycLCL February 2023 Doug Driediger of Metrographics is working on a major exhibit renewal currently underway for the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, with 10-foot high murals that will provide an immersive experience for visitors The Storytelling Project March 7, 2023 Hebert Poll Gutiérrez Calgary poet, playwright, writer and aspiring filmmaker Hebert Poll Gutierrez grew up in Matanza with parents who passed creativity on to him, and who believes you don’t have to be an artist to live a creative life. The Storytelling Project February 28, 2023 Morgan Possberg Visual artist and Calgary Arts Development’s Indigenous Program Specialist Morgan Possberg didn’t have any Indigenous friends growing up in a suburb, but connected to her Cree/Métis culture and found community through art. Web Series February 21, 2023 Episode 36 In this episode we meet a rising pop rocker, get the inside scoop on the upcoming Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture, and learn about an exciting residency taking place at the new cSPACE hub in Eau Claire. The Storytelling Project February 14, 2023 Kenna Burima Musician and songwriter Kenna Burima opens up about struggling to find inspiration, inviting creativity in challenging times, and her love of community and connection in this week’s podcast. Creative Connected Calgary February 14, 2023 Create Calgary: Touchpoints These local artists, community-builders and arts leaders are creating meaningful opportunities for Calgarians to connect with the arts, the city, each other and the world Photo of the Month February 7, 2023 #yycLCL January 2023 Moe Bader is a local visual artist exploring a broad range of styles and mediums including watercolour, acrylic painting and most recently soapstone sculpting and casting. He enjoys using vibrant colours to bring out emotional responses and is inspired by the mountains, beautiful landscapes, Canadian wildlife and people. The Storytelling Project February 7, 2023 Brandon Brown For Calgary director and cinematographer Brandon Brown, before there was an image, there was sound. He set out on his filmmaking journey with the idea of teaching himself the craft by making 100 films. The Storytelling Project January 31, 2023 Yvette Denby Yvette Denby reflects on her musical upbringing and sharing her love of traditional Métis fiddle playing with her daughters Breann and Kaleena in this week’s Storytelling Podcast. Web Series January 24, 2023 Episode 35 Share some of the highlights from our 2022 Congress with keynote speaker Dr. Leroy Little Bear, Calgary Arts Development President and CEO Patti Pon, Sally Njoroge of the Trico Changemakers Studio and Poet Laureate Wakefield Brewster. The Storytelling Project January 17, 2023 Claudia Chagoya Interdisciplinary artist Claudia Chagoya draws inspiration from her home country, using different materials and traditional items that reflect Mexican culture and to explore difficult and complex issues through art. The Storytelling Project January 10, 2023 Jeff de Boer Local artist Jeff de Boer sees his popularity rise thanks to a global feature on his cat and mouse armour in National Geographic. Learn more about his miniature craft in this week’s Storytelling Project. Photo of the Month January 10, 2023 #yycLCL December 2022 Artist Julya Hajnoczky documents the ecosystem, providing a glimpse of the things that live and grow together, especially the tiny things that often go unnoticed, and the deep connections that sustain them. Tom Marten's It's Nobody | Image: Courtesy of Indefinite Arts Centre #yyclcl View Mar 24 Open Need some inspiration for your story this year? Maybe one of our Folking Inspiration posts is just what you need. Applications are Open until April 15th! #artofvisuals #artistsoninstagram #ghoststoriesyyc #folklore #ghoststories #opencallforartists #opencall #yyclcl #yycart #yyc #yycartist #yycart #canadianarts #spooky #callforartists ... 3 1 View Mar 23 Open Wordfest CEO and creative ringleader Shelley Youngblut has been driven by connection her entire career, from her time as a magazine editor to now hosting events for Wordfest. The literary festival has upped its production punch and broadened its event offerings in recent years, even during the COVID-19 pandemic with the launch of Imagine on Air, the world’s first literary streaming channel. Read more about Shelley Youngblut and other arts leaders who are creating meaningful opportunities for Calgarians to connect with the arts, the city, each other and the world on our website (link in bio). #yycArts #yycLCL ... 38 4 View Mar 23 Open Need some inspiration for your story this year? Maybe one of our Folking Inspiration posts is just what you need. Applications are Open until April 15th! #artofvisuals #artistsoninstagram #ghoststoriesyyc #folklore #ghoststories #opencallforartists #opencall #yyclcl #yycart #yyc #yycartist #yycart #canadianarts #spooky #callforartists ... 3 1 View Mar 22 Open 🧜♀️🐠🌊 I’m in creation mode. There is no plan and no concept. I’m simply doing the things that energize me in the studio and I’ll see where it leads. Right now, I’m enjoying the beauty of colour. That’s it. What do these colours remind you of? made with stonegroundpaintco metallic watercolours. brittneytoughart #brittneytoughartist #watercolorsketch #fabricart #fabriccolors #watercolorartist #watercolourartist #watercolourdesign #canadianartist #yycartist #textilepainter #textileartist #yycLCL #textilesamples #watercolourpainting #watercolorpainting #textiles #purecolour #purecolor #mystoneground #modernquilter #modernquilting #stonegroundpaintco ... 60 7 View Mar 22 Open I created my own Hall of Fame for my Papa Bear jimmythebeardocumentary 🏆 2022 Canadian Snooker Hall of Fame award for Jimmy Bear. Photos by thatiamreallylike - Jimmy The Bear stills talented photographer. A big #thankyou to Canadian Billiards and Snooker Association & c_thorburn1957 for such an honour for my father Jimmy Bear. 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March 21, 2023 Program Open The Project Grant Program – Individuals and Collectives is intended to provide one-time project funding to individual artists and artist collectives in Calgary (known as Mohkinsstsis in Blackfoot), and is is now open for applications.
March 21, 2023 Share Your Images Did you receive funding from Calgary Arts Development in 2022? We want to share your best images and show what a creative and vibrant arts community we have!
March 21, 2023 Project Grant Program Learn more about the program guidelines and application process at an online information session, and/or bring your questions to our program specialist at one of two virtual ‘open office spaces.’
February 22, 2023 Creative Green Tools Pilot Program Deadline extended! Now April 6, 2023. Calgary Arts Development announces a new partnership with the Centre for Sustainable Practice in the Arts to pilot a set of carbon calculation and reporting tools for the arts and culture sector.
February 22, 2023 Artist Development Microgrant Applications are now open for this program, which is intended to support professional and artistic skill development or business and career development activities for individual artists and artist collectives.
February 1, 2023 Indigenous Artist Microgrant Open This program is intended to support First Nations, Métis and Inuit artists in the Treaty 7 region for activities related to the preservation, maintenance and revival of Indigenous culture and tradition.
January 27, 2023 Strategic Framework We believe that the arts have the power to build our city. Read our 2023 – 2026 Strategic Framework.
March 9, 2022 Get Our Newsletter Stay up-to-date with what we’re working on and what’s going on in Calgary—sign up for our weekly newsletter!
Free March 22, 2023 - March 28, 2023 Free this Week A change of season brings a new opportunity to take in live music, film, visual art and more — all for free. Whatever you’re into, take a gander at our roundup to get your adventure started!
Free March 15, 2023 - March 21, 2023 Free This Week If you’re looking for things to do this week, you’re spoiled for choice! And if you’re looking for what’s free, well, we have you covered there too. With so many events to choose from, you can take in a festival, photography, exhibition, vocal ensemble and more!
Free March 8, 2023 - March 14, 2023 Free This Week Whether you’re a music lover, literary enthusiast or art aficionado, Calgary has something for everyone! Browse our list of free arts events and experience the best of the city’s creative offerings.
Visual Art March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023 March Exhibitions Step into a world of creativity and imagination this month! Our roundup of art exhibitions showcases some of the city’s finest artists and offers a unique opportunity to experience their work.
Free March 1, 2023 - March 7, 2023 Free This Week From live demos to exhibition tours to talks from acclaimed speakers, this week’s roundup of free arts happenings has got it all. You can’t go wrong with any of these events to start off your March!
Free February 22, 2023 - February 28, 2023 Free This Week End off your February in artistic fashion with the finest serving of free events that the Calgary arts community has to offer — from poetry to photography to artist talks. Don’t miss out!
Free February 15, 2023 - February 21, 2023 Free This Week It’s an exciting week of free events as we head into the second half of February! From visual art and photography, to artist talks, to a debut of a new monthly poetry series, there’s lots of art to look forward to!
Free February 8, 2023 - February 14, 2023 Free This Week The week ahead brings the final week of Chinook Blast festivities, talks from author Leah Horlick, artist Joshua Jensen-Nagle and new visual art exhibitions — all for free! So, start planning your next arts outing!
Visual Art February 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023 February Exhibitions February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s jam-packed with visual arts at galleries across Calgary and as part of festivals like Exposure and Chinook Blast. There’s lots to see, let our February roundup guide you!
December 20, 2022 2022 Calgary Engagement Survey Despite a global pandemic and rising inflation pressures, the 2022 Calgary Engagement Survey shows Calgarians continue to explore and find ways to connect with the arts.
September 23, 2022 2020 Economic Impact Assessment of Calgary Arts Development Grant Recipients In 2022, Calgary Arts Development contracted KPMG to independently conduct a revised economic impact assessment of Calgary arts organizations that receive operating grant funding.
November 2, 2021 Building Experiences in the New Economy Spring 2022 research outcomes are now available from Phase 2 of Stone-Olafson’s ongoing research on how audiences will engage post-pandemic.
March 14, 2023 Share your best images with us! Did you receive funding from Calgary Arts Development in 2022? We want to share your best images and show what a creative and vibrant arts community we have!
February 16, 2023 Creative Green Tools Pilot Program Calgary Arts Development is seeking up to 60 arts organizations to participate in the Creative Green Tools pilot program in 2023 to help monitor and reduce carbon emissions in the arts community.
February 14, 2023 Office Closure for Family Day Our staff will be taking a day off and our office will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023 for Family Day. We hope you enjoy a long weekend filled with theatre, film, dance, music and more.
February 7, 2023 Register for a Free Financial Literacy Workshop for Artists Registration is now open for a free financial literacy workshop presented by Momentum in collaboration with Calgary Arts Development to help support artists.
February 6, 2023 Now on Spotify! Calgary Arts Development is pleased to announce that the availability of the The Storytelling Podcast and The Storytelling Podcast: Indigenous Stories, is now available on Spotify to follow and listen.
January 30, 2023 Strategic Framework A creative, connected Calgary through the arts, we believe that the arts have the power to build our city. Read Calgary Arts Development’s 2023 – 2026 Strategic Framework.
Web Series March 21, 2023 Episode 37 Guest host Toyin Oladele introduces some of the exciting performers, vendors and contributors who took part in this year’s Ethnik Festival for Arts and Culture held in February.
The Storytelling Project March 14, 2023 Michelle Brandenburg Actor, clown, director, educator and lead facilitator at Inside Out Theatre, Michelle Brandenburg’s experiences with a diverse cross-section of artists has helped inspire and influence her work.
Photo of the Month March 10, 2023 yycLCL February 2023 Doug Driediger of Metrographics is working on a major exhibit renewal currently underway for the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, with 10-foot high murals that will provide an immersive experience for visitors
The Storytelling Project March 7, 2023 Hebert Poll Gutiérrez Calgary poet, playwright, writer and aspiring filmmaker Hebert Poll Gutierrez grew up in Matanza with parents who passed creativity on to him, and who believes you don’t have to be an artist to live a creative life.
The Storytelling Project February 28, 2023 Morgan Possberg Visual artist and Calgary Arts Development’s Indigenous Program Specialist Morgan Possberg didn’t have any Indigenous friends growing up in a suburb, but connected to her Cree/Métis culture and found community through art.
Web Series February 21, 2023 Episode 36 In this episode we meet a rising pop rocker, get the inside scoop on the upcoming Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture, and learn about an exciting residency taking place at the new cSPACE hub in Eau Claire.
The Storytelling Project February 14, 2023 Kenna Burima Musician and songwriter Kenna Burima opens up about struggling to find inspiration, inviting creativity in challenging times, and her love of community and connection in this week’s podcast.
Creative Connected Calgary February 14, 2023 Create Calgary: Touchpoints These local artists, community-builders and arts leaders are creating meaningful opportunities for Calgarians to connect with the arts, the city, each other and the world
Photo of the Month February 7, 2023 #yycLCL January 2023 Moe Bader is a local visual artist exploring a broad range of styles and mediums including watercolour, acrylic painting and most recently soapstone sculpting and casting. He enjoys using vibrant colours to bring out emotional responses and is inspired by the mountains, beautiful landscapes, Canadian wildlife and people.
The Storytelling Project February 7, 2023 Brandon Brown For Calgary director and cinematographer Brandon Brown, before there was an image, there was sound. He set out on his filmmaking journey with the idea of teaching himself the craft by making 100 films.
The Storytelling Project January 31, 2023 Yvette Denby Yvette Denby reflects on her musical upbringing and sharing her love of traditional Métis fiddle playing with her daughters Breann and Kaleena in this week’s Storytelling Podcast.
Web Series January 24, 2023 Episode 35 Share some of the highlights from our 2022 Congress with keynote speaker Dr. Leroy Little Bear, Calgary Arts Development President and CEO Patti Pon, Sally Njoroge of the Trico Changemakers Studio and Poet Laureate Wakefield Brewster.
The Storytelling Project January 17, 2023 Claudia Chagoya Interdisciplinary artist Claudia Chagoya draws inspiration from her home country, using different materials and traditional items that reflect Mexican culture and to explore difficult and complex issues through art.
The Storytelling Project January 10, 2023 Jeff de Boer Local artist Jeff de Boer sees his popularity rise thanks to a global feature on his cat and mouse armour in National Geographic. Learn more about his miniature craft in this week’s Storytelling Project.
Photo of the Month January 10, 2023 #yycLCL December 2022 Artist Julya Hajnoczky documents the ecosystem, providing a glimpse of the things that live and grow together, especially the tiny things that often go unnoticed, and the deep connections that sustain them.
