Community Gatherings focus on 2025 Indigenous Programs
Join us for a community gathering, either in-person or online, where we will be hosting conversations and introductions with local artists and Calgary Arts Development staff. During each gathering we will be presenting the guidelines for this year’s Indigenous programs: the Indigenous Cultural Connections Program and the Original Peoples Investment Program.
This is an opportunity to connect with Indigenous artists from different artistic backgrounds and learn more about what kind of projects are eligible in each program. Community Investment program staff will be present to share stories and things to consider when applying for a grant.
These gatherings are open to First Nations, Métis and Inuit artists, artist collectives and organizations interested in applying to Indigenous programs at Calgary Arts Development.
Which gathering is right for you?
The difference between each gathering is how we meet and the time we have, but the same grant program information will be shared at both. We recommend choosing the option that works best for you.
The in-person gathering will be a day event with lunch provided. You will have a chance to meet other artists, meet Calgary Arts Development staff, share your own stories and ask questions.
The online gathering will be a shorter afternoon event held over Zoom. We will share information about Indigenous programs and there will be space for asking your questions and learning from questions by other artists.
In-person Gathering
Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
Time: 10am – 4pm
Location: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland (750 9 Ave. SE)
RSVP: Register here
This event is free with registration — spots are limited, so we encourage you to register early.
Our Director, Reconciliation & Good Relations, Sable Sweetgrass, will lead the morning session with introductions. This is an opportunity to share stories, learn more about our community and get to know the Community Investment team. We will be providing lunch and snacks during the day.
In the afternoon, our Community Investment Program Specialist, Richelle Bear Hat, will lead a presentation about the Indigenous programs you can apply to throughout the year. This is also a chance to learn about other grant programs offered at Calgary Arts Development that are not specifically Indigenous but are open to Indigenous applicants as well.
We will cover things to think about when starting your application and the different kinds of supports you can access throughout the application process.
Online Gathering
Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Time: 3 – 5pm
Location: Online via Zoom
RSVP: Register here
This event is free with registration.
Community Investment Program Specialist, Richelle Bear Hat will share the guidelines for each Indigenous Program available this year as well as Calgary Arts Development’s application process and different things to consider when putting together an application. Afterwards there will be an opportunity to ask questions and learn from questions asked by other artists.
If you are an artist with specific access needs or require translation or interpretation services, please let us know and we will arrange to make sure you have all the support and information you need to fairly access the application process. This may require booking a one-on-one session with us instead.
If you need support with childcare to attend either gathering, please reach out to Program Specialist Richelle Bear Hat to discuss. There will be a question on the registration form where you can request support as well.
Questions? Email richelle.bearhat@calgaryartsdevelopment.com before registering.
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