Visual Arts Alberta- CARFAC CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

Visual Arts Alberta – CARFAC accepts submissions from Alberta artists or artists with clear ties to the Alberta community. Artist groups and individuals are encouraged to apply as well as curators with specific exhibition proposals. Submissions from all regions of Alberta are welcome as well as submissions from under represented voices in Alberta. 

Visual Arts Alberta Gallery is a program of Visual Arts Alberta – CARFAC. As an organization, Visual Arts Alberta – CARFAC does not receive public funding to program a gallery, so the gallery operates as a program of Visual Arts Alberta – CARFAC. Art work in featured in the gallery can be for sale (we charge a 10% administration fee when sales are handled through the gallery or artists can elect to sell their artwork privately and forgo this administration fee). Currently we pay artist fees ($1800 for the two room gallery divided by the exhibiting artists) for exhibitions and pay return shipment of artwork by an economical freight company. CARFAC artist fees will be increasing by 3% effective January 2015. 

Currently, we are accepting submissions for late 2015-2016 programming. Exhibitions will be seven weeks in length and open on the first Thursdays of February, April, June, August, October and December each year. The deadline for submissions is: 4:00 pm on Friday, October 10, 2014. (Email submissions are not accepted for this annual jury submission). 

Submission requirements (images must be burned to cd / dvd or memory stick / USB stick; other documents should be digital as well and saved as PDF or Word documents): 

• Artist’s Curriculum Vitae -with full contact information and website if applicable (no more than three pages in length) 
• 15-20 images of current work in -a digital format (Digital images must be jpegs, 72dpi or higher. Maximum image size: 1024 pixels on longest side. Title each image with last name of artist and number of image – eg. Smith01, Smith02 etc.) 
• -OR If you are working with a medium that would benefit from submission in an alternate format, please contact us to discuss your proposal. 
• Description of proposed exhibition including title (no more than two pages) 
• Listing of artworks: (title, date, dimensions, medium) 
• Artist Statement (no more than one page) 
• SASE, if materials are to be returned. 

Please send your submission to or drop off submission at: Gallery Submissions Visual Arts Alberta – CARFAC 3rd Floor, 10215-112 St. Edmonton, AB  T5K 1M7

Read more at http://www.affta.ab.ca/Arts-In-Alberta/Arts-Opportunities/Visual-Arts-Alberta--CARFAC-Call-for-Submissions

Arts Impact Alberta 2014: Ripple Effects from the Arts Sector

In 2012, the AFA was proud to announce the release of Arts Impact Alberta: Ripple Effects from the Arts Sector , a five-year summary of the impacts and activities of the organizations that receive operational funding from the AFA.

Arts Impact: Ripple Effects from the Arts Sector demonstrated the positive and powerful contributions arts organizations make to Albertans’ quality of life. These contributions are reflected in a variety of important ways: simply put, the arts matter to Albertans; the arts matter to volunteers; and, the arts matter to the economy.

The AFA has now updated Arts Impact Alberta with two more years of data.Arts Impact Alberta 2014: Ripple Effects illustrates how the arts sector impacted Alberta through a seven-year lens and how AFA operational funding is contributing to the health of the sector.  The report reveals that:

"The majority (85%) of adult Albertans attended at least one arts event per year, and just over half participate directly in an art form in their home or community. Nonprofit arts organizations in Alberta present an average of 24,000 events per year throughout the province…Each year about 50,000 Albertans, the equivalent of an entire medium sized city such as Medicine Hat or St. Albert, volunteer for arts organizations that receive operational funding from the AFA. These volunteers give an average of 34 hours of their time and talent to the nonprofit arts organization of their choice, and collectively work the equivalent of an estimated 1,075 full-time jobs…Overall, revenues have remained higher than expenditures for nonprofit arts organizations…The direct GDP contribution of the sector to Alberta’s economy is estimated at $110 million, resulting from approximately $203 million in total economic activity generated by nonprofit arts organizations. Arts organizations receiving AFA operational funding employed more than 3,400 people in 2012-13; approximately 700 full-time staff and 2,700 part-time staff worked for the 450 organizations that received operational funding. The nonprofit arts sector creates around 22 full-time equivalent jobs for every one million dollars of expenditure in the sector. The total employment generated by the sector is estimated at 3,008 full-time equivalent jobs (including jobs generated in other sectors)."

Arts and culture funding is an investment with great dividends that reveals itself not only in a bank statement but in the smiles of your children as they participate in their first theatre show, an exhibition by local artists, or a community concert. The Municipality of Wood Buffalo understands that arts and culture not only creates a powerful sense of belonging and community but it also benefits the local economy. The AFA Arts Impact Alberta 2014: Ripple Effects report gives credible evidence to our long held beliefs and our goal of creating a vibrant culture in Wood Buffalo outlined in our Municipal Development Plan. 

Please download the Arts Impact Alberta 2014: Ripple Effects from the Arts Sector report; share the report with the people in your community and in doing so, tell the story of how important the arts sector is to Alberta's cultural fabric!


Read more at http://affta.ab.ca/Arts-In-Alberta/AFA-News/Arts-Impact-Alberta-2014

Mountain Shadow Music Festival- Call for Artists

The Mountain Shadow Music Festival is placing out another call for Artists/Artisans for our upcoming music festival being held at Mitford Park on Saturday August 23rd, and Sunday August 24th  . . . . and we are looking for you to join us!  

And if you cannot, we are looking for you to "Spread The News" Last year’s festival was a great success for our first year.  Held in September the festival featured 9 diverse local bands offering everything from Blue Grass to Country to Celtic & Blues with some Newfie thrown in for good measure. It was a tremendous success with the bands and audience alike.

 We had 5 Artists/Artisans join us last year and they enjoyed the experience immensely and this year as a result of their success and feedback we are opening the "Art Market" to 20 locations  . . . and we still have a few left! 

August 15 deadline – please e-mail artscochrane@gmail.com for more information! 

Read more at http://www.affta.ab.ca/Arts-In-Alberta/Arts-Opportunities/Mountain-Shadow-Music-Festival-Call-for-Artists

Attention Alberta Songwriters! Chance to win $10, 000!

Attention Alberta songwriters! This is your chance to win $10,000 in cash for writing and recording a song about Alberta. It could be about a place, an event, a person or just a feeling you get from Alberta. Any genre of music works - from hip hop to folk and everything in between.

Enter your original, non-published song about Alberta by 11:59 pm on September 3, 2014. Complete contest rules and details on how to enter can be found here: 
http://www.wearealberta.ca/community/all-albertan-song-contest

Vote for Alberta's New Licence Plate!

Alberta is getting a new licence plate! The plate will feature a new design, Alberta's website address and new logo, and a reflective coating that will help make roads and communities safer.

Follow the below link to vote on your favourite design. You have until Tuesday, August 19, 2014 to submit your vote. 

http://alberta.ca/licence-plate-survey.cfm

2014 Alberta Screenwriters Initiative - Submissions Now Open!

Alberta Screenwriters Initiative

Submission Deadline: March 10, 2014

The Alberta Screenwriters Initiative calls for submissions of feature film scripts of any genre from an Alberta writer. An independent jury selects one script/screenplay to receive a workshop with an experienced story editor or screenwriter. The Writers' Guild of Alberta administers the initiative on behalf of the Alberta Association of Motion Picture and Television Unions (AAMPTU). The initiative recognizes the importance of story in the creation of filmed entertainment and the necessity to actively encourage and develop the voices of Alberta writers in film and television.

2014 Submission guidelines and entry information

Career Fair 2014

Annual Career Fair

Join us for the Region's largest multi-employer Career Fair!

February 7 & 8

The Keyano College Career Fair is a two day career information and job fair. The fair promotes opportunities for informed career and education planning, and connects employers with employees. The Keyano College Career Fair has grown to become Wood Buffalo’s most comprehensive and best attended career fair.

The Keyano College Career Fair gives students and the general public the opportunity to talk face-to-face with industry experts representing hundreds of career paths, while organizations get to meet the next generation of skilled workers in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. The 2014 fair will feature over 70 exhibitors, and attract approximately 3000 visitors.

Friday, February 7^th 12 PM - 5 PM

Saturday, February 8^th  11 AM - 4 PM

Syncrude Sport & Wellness Centre, Keyano College

FREE ADMISSION!!!

Visit www.keyano.ca/carrerfair for more information

Alberta Board Development Program - Great Resources for Boards

(Information in this posting was retrieved from www.albertabdp.ca on March 13, 2013)

Often, we are asked to assist with the development of a board or committee, or to offer guidance in create a more effective committee.  The Government of Alberta Culture Ministry's Board Development Program is an excellent resource for local boards who are seeking to enhance their structure and development.

The Board Development Program offers workshops, guidance and resources.  You can access their services by visiting www.albertabdp.ca.  

In particular, their information bulletins are filled with tangible bits of advice for issues effecting boards and committees.

Board Development Program Information Bulletins The Board Development Program publishes information bulletins on a variety of board-related issues. Each of the information bulletins published covers a special topic area that is relevant for not-for-profit board members and senior staff seeking information about improving skills and gaining knowledge in the area of governance. The information provided in each information bulletin, including contact names and number, has been reviewed for currency.

check out a list of their bulletins by visiting: http://culture.alberta.ca/bdp/bulletins.aspx

Alberta's Historic Places Blog - RETROactive

RETROactive is the the official blog of Alberta’s Historic Places Stewardship Section. 

The Historic Places Stewardship Section manages Alberta’s programs for the protection and conservation of historic places. Through the following programs, Alberta’s heritage is managed for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Visit this blog to learn about some of the great historical areas and happenings in Alberta. From high profile Albertans and iconic structures, to historical pathways and heritage resources, RETROactive highlights all of the great historic stories in our Province.

Visit: http://albertashistoricplaces.wordpress.com/

"Those who are unaware of history are destined to repeat it."
                                                                                  -George Santayana-

Alberta's Culture Calendar

What's On In Alberta 

Want to create, learn or interact? Here’s your guide to events in Alberta.

Alberta’s Culture Calendar is a community resource to promote Alberta’s arts, heritage, volunteer and other cultural information and activities. Search below to find events in your community or to look for events on specific days.

Culture and Community Services reviews and publishes events based on submissions from event organizers. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information. Please contact the event organizers to confirm event details.

To submit an event, please use the Submit an Event form.

http://culture.alberta.ca/events/

A Boost to Heritage Projects: Alberta Historical Resources Foundation Awards Grants

The Alberta Historical Resources Foundation has just announced funding of over $1.4 million to 72 heritage projects through two of its grant programs.

The Heritage Preservation Partnership Program provides financial assistance to individuals and organizations for initiatives that preserve and interpret Alberta’s heritage through conservation, heritage awareness, publications and research grants as well as scholarships.

The Municipal Heritage Partnership Program provides opportunities for municipalities to access funding assistance, expertise and networks to help them establish or maintain existing municipal heritage conservation programs.

Read the funding announcement: Government of Alberta information bulletin.

Check out the full list of recipients.

Written by: Carina Naranjilla, Grant Program Coordinator

This article is retrieved from: RetroActive The Government of Alberta Heritage Blog

Alberta boosts efforts to showcase culture

(News release from Government of Alberta News Bulletin located HERE) 

March 12, 2012

Province broadens scope of provincial celebrations

Edmonton... Albertans will have the opportunity for broader exposure to the many facets of Alberta’s culture during this year’s annual celebration in September.

Based on input from the recent Culture Forum 2012, Alberta Arts Days has been renamed Alberta Culture Days. Participants felt this change would help encourage broader participation and support the efforts of Alberta’s arts, heritage, nonprofit/voluntary, multicultural and youth serving organizations. It also reflects the importance of increased collaboration and partnerships across the relevant sectors.

“Hosting an Alberta Culture Days event is a wonderful opportunity to foster community relationships and showcase local talent,” said Heather Klimchuk, Minister of Culture and Community Services. “It’s also a great way for organizations to boost the impact and reach of existing efforts to promote the value and availability of cultural programming in our province. Culture connects our people, our communities and our province.”

Alberta Culture Days runs from September 28 to 30 in conjunction with the national Culture Days movement. To support the province-wide celebration, the Government of Alberta is again making funding available to those wishing to host cultural events and be designated official Celebration Sites. All nonprofit/voluntary, multicultural, heritage and arts organizations are encouraged to apply.

Two levels of funding are available: up to $20,000 to be designated a Feature Celebration Site; and up to $5,000 to be designated a Host Celebration Site. Consideration will be given to those who partner with others in their community to present cultural programming. Interested applicants should visit http://www.culture.alberta.ca/culturedays/.

The application deadline is May 8.

“Alberta Arts Days has always been about celebrating our heritage, cultural diversity and provincial pride,” said Klimchuk. “The change in name to Alberta Culture Days is actually in keeping with what communities are already doing. Last year, thousands of Albertans enjoyed 1,046 events and activities hosted by an array of organizations including schools, libraries, recreation centres, arts and multicultural groups, social serving organizations; and many, many others.”

In 2011, 64 Host Celebration Sites and five Feature Celebration Sites were selected to coordinate activities in their communities. All Albertans are encouraged to participate in Alberta Culture Days by attending some of the hundreds of free, family-friendly events; or hosting one of their own. Alberta Culture Days is helping to fulfill the goals of our provincial cultural policy, The Spirit of Alberta. For more information visit http://www.culture.alberta.ca/culturedays/.

Culture Forum 2012 occurred February 24 and 25 and involved nearly 400 representatives from Alberta’s broad culture sector. The discussions that occurred, along with feedback received from the online public survey, which is available until March 28 and can be found at www.culture.alberta.ca/cultureforum2012, will help government, the corporate community and Alberta’s culture sector collectively build a solid foundation for culture to prosper in our province.

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Media inquiries may be directed to:
Keltie MacPherson
Public Affairs Officer
Culture and Community Services
780-427-6530
#AlbertaCultureDays

To call toll free within Alberta dial 310-0000.

Have your say in Alberta's cultural future

(News release from Government of Alberta News Bulletin located HERE) 

Edmonton... The Government of Alberta is asking Albertans for their help in charting a course for our province’s cultural future.

The online survey, which is available at www.culture.alberta.ca/CultureForum2012 from February 28 to March 28, echoes the questions and topics that delegates of Culture Forum 2012 recently covered.


“Our culture and our cultural pursuits are intrinsic to everything we do and are vital to our quality of life,” said Heather Klimchuk, Minister of Culture and Community Services. “What makes a tight knit community is the people and the cultural organizations that bring them together. Hearing from a cross-section of community leaders directly involved in cultural programming and services was the first step. Now, it’s critical that we hear from others including those accessing these programs and services.”


Culture Forum 2012 was held in Red Deer on February 24 and 25 and involved nearly 400 representatives of Alberta’s arts, heritage, nonprofit/voluntary, multicultural, creative industries and corporate sectors, as well as a delegation of youth. Delegates heard from presenters and participated in 18 concurrent workshops covering topics such as ‘What does a healthy and sustainable culture sector look like?’, ‘What are the challenges?’, ‘What strategies do you suggest?’, and ‘Where do you see priorities?’ A broad range of ideas, best practices and new innovations were discussed. A high-level summary of what was discussed is available at www.culture.alberta.ca/CultureForum2012.


“I was so impressed by the quality of the discussions and willingness of Culture Forum 2012 delegates to take part in this process,” added Klimchuk. “Hearing now what the broader public has to say about Alberta’s culture will help guide the future direction that government, along with the sector take together."


The Government of Alberta is working to enhance Albertans’ quality of life. The information and feedback received through Culture Forum 2012 and the broader public survey will help government, the corporate community and the culture sector build a solid foundation for culture to prosper in our province.

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Editor’s Note: Photos and video clips from Culture Forum 2012 are available at www.culture.alberta.ca/newsroom.

Media inquiries may be directed to:
Beryl Cullum
Culture and Community Services Communications
780-427-6530
beryl.cullum@gov.ab.ca

To call toll free within Alberta dial 310-0000.

Culture and Community Services job opportunities

The Culture and Community Services Department of the Alberta Government provides a broad range of programs that support a high quality of life and are valued by Albertans. Support to Alberta’s arts and cultural industries enhances the lives of all Albertans and helps to attract and retain the creative and skilled knowledge workers Alberta needs to ensure continued prosperity.

There are currently two positions available with the Arts Branch of Culture and Community Services. The Arts Branch is a dedicated team, committed to promoting and supporting Alberta’s vibrant arts community. The Branch manages more then 10,000 works of art – 30% of which are on loan, placement or part of a travelling exhibition at any one time.

Arts Collection Registrar-temporary full time positionAs the Registrar, you will be responsible for tracking and coordinating the movement of art within the 17 art collections managed by the Arts Branch, including the flagship Alberta Foundation for the Arts collection. You will also be responsible for maintaining an extensive database (HeRMIS) and for ensuring that all works, including new acquisition, are properly documented, photographed, bar-coded and entered into the database.

This position requires a related post-secondary diploma and at least three years related practical experience in fine art collection management. Demonstrated technical expertise in areas such as art registration, risk management, art conservation and maintenance, and art handling is preferred. Experience working with Copyright, FOIP and other applicable legislation, and the Canadian Conservation Institute would be considered assets. Equivalencies will be considered.

The competition closes February 9, 2012.
The salary is approximately $46,164-$59,628 annually
Online applications are preferred; apply now at www.jobs.alberta.ca

Arts Collection Consultant-permanent full time
We are currently seeking a highly motivated, well-organized individual to administer collection placement programs in the Arts Development Section. The successful candidate will require the ability to apply analytical and conceptual skills in all aspects of specialized art object packing and crating, as well as exhibition development, design, fabrication, layout and installation. 

The position requires a University or College degree with a major in Fine Arts, Art History, or Cultural Resources Management and a minimum of five years related practical experience in fine art collection management. Demonstrated knowledge of Alberta’s visual arts community and its visual artists would be considered assets. Equivalencies will be considered.

The competition closes Feb 16, 2012The salary range is approximately $60,756-$79,692 annually.
Online applications are preferred, apply now at www.jobs.alberta.ca

If you require more information on one or both postings, please contact Shirley Quan at 780-644-8203 or shirly.quan@gov.ab.ca.

Nitrate Films-A special screening of Hudson Bay Company Archival Films

Be one of the first viewers to experience the return of the rarely seen films of the Hudson Bay Companies activities and the First Nations communities in the Canadian North during early 20th century.  The film features excerpts from the newly transferred 1920 Nitrate Film. The film is approximately 30 minutes and there will be a question and answer period following the film. This special event will take place at;

• Fort McMurray, Heritage Park: Sunday, January 22 at 7:00pm 
• Fort Mckay, Elders Centre: Monday, January 23 at 2:00pm
• Fort Chipewyan, Municipal building: Thursday, January 26 at 7:00pm

For more information, please contact Heritage Park at 780-791-7575

Nitrate Film - Hudson Bay Company Archival films

For more information regarding this special event, please contact Heritage Park at 780-791-7575

Small Town Saturday Night - Community Contest

The Big Valley Jamboree and Travel Alberta will be bringing a "mini jamboree" to one lucky Alberta community in 2012!! - Applications are due March 2, 2012

For 19 years, Big Valley Jamboree has enjoyed the support of hundreds of thousands of loyal fans from across North America. A major part of that support comes from rural communities throughout Alberta. As a “thank-you” for this ongoing support, Big Valley Jamboree and Travel Alberta will award one small town in Alberta a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help put your small town on the map.

In 2012, we’ll bring a “mini” Big Valley Jamboree to one lucky rural Alberta community. All the excitement of the festival, including some of Canada’s finest country music entertainers, could be coming to YOUR small town! We call it “Small Town Saturday Night”, you’ll call it “one incredibly unforgettable, amazing, mind-blowing experience!”

It’s easy to enter: simply pick up your video camera and show us why YOUR is community special and why it is the best place for the Big Valley Jamboree “Small Town Saturday Night.” Upload the video to YouTube, then wait to see if your community is one of five small towns who will be in the running to win Small Town Saturday Night. Then get your friends, neighbours, and your entire community to vote for your video online to win! The competition promises to be a lot of fun, culminating in an incredible “Small Town Saturday Night” somewhere in rural Alberta in April 2012.

LOCAL CAUSE, CHARITY, or NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION

The involvement of a legitimate local cause, charity or non-profit organization is required in this project so that proceeds from concert ticket sales of Small Town Saturday Night will go towards that organization and not a to a private group or individuals. The chosen organization shall receive all revenue from ticket sales for the concert portion of the event. In return that organization or members of the organizing committee will provide volunteers to work alongside Big Valley Jamboree to plan the event.

WHAT YOUR VIDEO SUBMISSION MUST CONTAIN

Showcase your community and tell everyone why it is the best candidate for the Travel Alberta Big Valley Jamboree Small Town Saturday Night. Videos should be limited to 2 minutes in length. Here are a few basics on what to include in your video submission. However, add anything else you feel is important.

• Name and location of your community
• Why someone should visit your community, what are the local attractions?
• Venue where the event will occur, and what other events take place there
• Highlight other events that take place in your community
• A feature on the local charity or non profit organization that will be involved
• Show the support of people around the community for this event
• Show support and knowledge of country music and Big Valley Jamboree
• Feature the organizing committee

At the end of the day you are only limited by your imagination and creativity.

IMPORTANT DATES

November 7, 2011 – Contest Officially Opens – submissions accepted

March 2, 2012 – Contest Officially Closes – no submissions accepted after Midnight.

March 3 – 5, 2012 – Finalists Selected, Notified, and Verified.

March 6, 2012 – Voting Opens on Top 5

March 20, 2012 – Voting Closes at Midnight

March 22, 2012 – Winner is notified, and tickets to go on sale shortly.

April 28, 2012 – Travel Alberta presents Big Valley Jamboree’s Small Town Saturday Night in ________, AB.

QUESTIONS?

Should you have any questions and wish to contact us about specifications, venue sizes, or logistics you can do so at any time by emailing us at: mysmalltown@bigvalleyjamboree.com

For more information about the Big Valley Jamboree and this contest, please visit: http://www.bigvalleyjamboree.com/STSN

To learn more about Travel Alberta click here

AFA Travelling Exhibition Map updated for January!

Visit the Travelling Exhibition (TREX) Map to see where TREX exhibitions are located this month throughout Alberta. Make sure you contact the venue for exhibition hours and visit the respective regional partner website for further exhibition information.

Heritage Awareness Grant - Deadline February 1, 2012

The Heritage Awareness Grant is offered by the Culture and Community Services Department of the Alberta Government 

This category supports tangible initiatives that promote awareness of Alberta's history and those that have a lasting impact. The following types of projects fall under this category:

• Innovative educational projects for young Albertans that will increase their knowledge and understanding of Alberta's history.
• Projects that will promote awareness of Alberta's history through visual, participatory or any other method deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors, such as historical videos, broadcasts.
• Production and installation of interpretive plaques, monuments and markers that provide substantial information about Alberta's history. Commemorative markers providing only names and dates are ineligible for funding.
• Projects that provide an opportunity for professional development within the field of heritage preservation such as attendance at workshops, seminars or conferences relating to the preservation and interpretation of historic, archaeological or palaeontological resources. Evidence must be provided that attendance is vital to the applicant's career in heritage preservation.
• Projects that encourage public involvement in heritage preservation issues and promote knowledge about Alberta's history such as the organization and presentation of local or provincial workshops, seminars or conferences. National or international events that take place in Alberta will be reviewed on a case to case basis. Eligible costs include conference materials, speaker's honorarium and travel costs. Costs of providing food and entertainment are not eligible.

Eligible applicants include individuals that reside in Alberta or have a permanent Alberta address; and registered organizations in Alberta.  These include non-profit organizations, corporations, municipalities, churches, schools and other educational institutions, First Nations and Metis Settlements.  

Ineligible applicants include provincial government departments and employees, members of the Foundation's Board of Directors and Friends organizations associated with government owned and operated historic sites and interpretative centres.  

The maximum grant for this category is $5,000.

Application deadlines are February 1 and September 1.  Feb 1 is the primary deadline for conservation grants. 

An initial telephone call to the Foundation is recommended to ensure project eligibility. Please phone 780-431-2300.

For further information, please contact Carina Naranjilla, Grant Program Coordinator, at 780-431-2305 or email carina.narajilla@gov.ab.ca