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Applications open for Alberta's Artist in Residence and Arts Ambassador

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Apply by June 15 for up to $50,000 to serve a one-year term as Alberta's next Artist in Residence.

DEADLINE: June 15, 2026 - 11:59 pm

Job Opportunity: Interim Artistic Coordinator, Pops

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The Calgary Philharmonic seeks a detail oriented and energetic Interim Artistic Coordinator, Pops to join its administrative team.

DEADLINE: May 29, 2026 - 5:00 pm

2026 Collider Festival at the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton

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Join the Citadel Theatre at the 2026 Collider Festival - enjoy play readings, mixers, and workshops!

DEADLINE: June 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm

And Then They Sing: Musical Theatre Bookwriting - Workshops at the Citadel Theatre

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Register today for the And Then They Sing: a Musical Theatre Bookwriting workshop at the Citadel Theatre!

DEADLINE: June 6, 2026 - 10:00 am

The Fornes Workshop with Mariló Núñez -- Citadel Theatre

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Register today for The Fornes Workshop at the Citadel Theatre!

DEADLINE: June 7, 2026 - 10:00 am

YouthWrite Write2Film Summer Camp

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Overnight Camp for Ages 14-19

DEADLINE: July 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm

YouthWrite Summer Camps in Calgary

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An unforgettable experience for creative youth, spending time with quality instructors and other talented peers discussing ideas and sharing their work.

DEADLINE: June 23, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Notice of Annual General Meeting: Alberta Playwrights' Network

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Alberta Playwrights’ Network's Annual General Meeting will take place on Monday, May 25th, 2026.

DEADLINE: May 25, 2026 - 7:00 pm

Literary Journalism: Memoir 2026

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This two-week residency encourages the exploration of new ideas in the writing of Memoir.

DEADLINE: June 3, 2026 - 5:00 pm

CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2027 Next Generation Indie Book Awards

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The largest international awards program for indie authors and independent publishers.

DEADLINE: February 12, 2027 - 5:00 pm