Applications Open: Newcomer Arts Professional Program (NAPP)
Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation
Information Session: April 13, 2026
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
ICAI’s Newcomer Arts Professional Program (NAPP) 2026 – 2027 cohort is here! Applications are now open!
Are you a newcomer artist, arts administrator or cultural worker ready to grow your career in Alberta’s arts sector? NAPP is a unique professional development program designed to support your transition into Alberta’s creative industries through mentorship, training and paid opportunities.
Now accepting applicants from Calgary and Edmonton only.
What You’ll Gain:
- One-on-one mentorship with industry professionals
- Career coaching and sector insights
- Paid professional opportunities and honorarium
- Hands-on Canadian work experience
- Networking and long-term industry connections
- Certificate upon completion
Who Should Apply:
Newcomer arts professionals (less than seven years in Canada), including visual artists, performers, musicians, actors, arts administrators and cultural workers.
Eligibility:
- 18+
- Less than seven years in Canada
- Not currently enrolled in a Canadian degree program
- Experience in arts, arts administration, or cultural work
- Legally authorized to work in Canada
- ICAI membership (free)
Online (Zoom) — RSVP via link for application support and details.
Questions? Contact: programs@icaionline.org.
