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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 ClassifiedsCall for Artists: 24-Hour Lamppost Cozy Challenge, Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival
Create engaging, whimsical and vibrant lamppost cozies in the theme of Under The Stars along 118th Avenue to delight festival visitors young and old. Apply by January 10, 2026 at 3:00PM.
Calls to artists Mentorships & internships
Call for Applications – REACH Mentorship / Residency for the Arts
Are you an artist connected to Ukrainian heritage or culture in Canada or abroad? The REACH Award offers up to $30,000 in funding to support your professional development through mentorships, residencies, training, internships, or research. Deadline: Feb 1, 2026, at 5:00 pm CT.
Call for Submissions: SkirtsAfire Playwright in Residence
SkirtsAfire is now accepting applications for Aflame: our inaugural Playwright in Residence, whose work will première at our 2027 Festival. We invite applications from emerging, mid-career, and established women and non-binary playwrights based in Edmonton and surrounding areas. Apply by January 11, 2026.
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.