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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.
Classifieds
See All Community ClassifiedsSouth Asian Music Accelerator, ArtHaus
Applications are now open for the South Asian Music Accelerator, the first program of its kind in Canada created to support emerging South Asian artists, and industry professionals in music. Applications close August 15, 2025.
Jobs Mentorships & internships
Job Opportunity: Gallery Intern, Latitude 53
Latitude 53 seeks to hire a recent graduate as a Gallery Intern who will be immersed in the organizational culture and work with the small team at the gallery to learn the fundamental arts administrative skills that serve as the foundation of a career in arts and culture. Apply by July 16.
Call for Submissions: Write Here Immersive Theatre Program
Thou Art Here Theatre is looking to select one playwright or collective and support the development of a new immersive theatre play from initial idea through two years of development. Submit by July 25.
Video Resources
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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.