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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 ClassifiedsWomen in Technical and Applied Arts Scholarship, Government of Alberta
Women studying technical or applied arts roles within cultural industries where they are often underrepresented in their field can apply. Intake open until Feb 20.
Call for Submissions: EDMONten Ten-Minute Play Showcase
Submission are now open for the 2025 EDMONten Ten-Minute Play Showcase. The competition is open to EDMONTON area playwrights, and we welcome applications
from any and all writers. Submit by February 15.
2025 RBC Emerging Artists Mentorship Program
The program is designed to provide individual and project development to emerging and mid-career playwrights, through mentorship from our roster of professional playwrights. Apply by January 31.
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.