Movement & Dance

• Call-to-Artists I Alberta Dance Alliance –ADA is currently working on a pilot research project to find ways to resolve several sectoral challenges faced by the dance sector in Alberta. The research project aims to come up with solutions to resolve various sectoral challenges, such as the digital divide, intellectual property concerns, global reach, and community building. In the initial stages of our research it was uncovered that developing a collaborative platform could act as a central hub for many diverse and semi-autonomous activities and participants. Hence, to create a collaborative platform for the Alberta dance sector, we are looking for artists to conduct user interviews to further understand the needs of our Albertan dance artists that this collaborative platform would fulfill. Sign Up

Literary Arts

• Manuscript Review: Canadian Authors of Alberta The Writers-in-Residence program provides support to Alberta writers of all experience levels and is available to the public. Whether you’re in search of manuscript editing help or mentorship and advice, our WiRs are here to support you in your literary endeavours. More information. 
• Call for Submissions: Galleries West. Galleries West welcomes pitches from previously published arts writers or emerging writers with a strong sense of the writing craft and a good knowledge of the visual arts. We encourage pitches from diverse voices, including BIPOC writers. Most of our stories and reviews relate to artists with exhibitions in Western Canada (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia) or the North (Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut), or significant exhibitions elsewhere that feature Western Canadian artists. We occasionally commission articles on more general themes. Please direct pitches to editor@gallerieswest.ca, briefly explaining the premise of what you want to write. More information. Deadline: ongoing.
• Call for Residency: Reader in Residence. Seeking a creative to become our Reader in Residence at the Little Red Reading House. There is no one profession or background that fits the role of the Reader in Residence – just that they love books! This role is for anyone who thrives on creativity, and most importantly, needs a space to explore it. They are currently accepting applications for future residencies. More information. Deadline: ongoing
• Call for Writers: CRAFT is an online publication celebrating both emerging and established writers. Their focus is on the craft of writing and how those elements make a good story great. They feature new and republished fiction; critical pieces on craft; craft exercises; interviews on craft with established writers; book reviews and summaries; and much more. More information.
• Call for Indigenous Writers: Scholastic Canada is currently interested in reviewing Indigenous material in all genres and at all levels. No other unsolicited submissions are being accepted at this time. More information.
• Call for Writers: The Cripsters is a monthly Akimblog feature on disability and culture from the point of view of people with disabilities. Looking for submissions of 750-1000 words on topics that intersect with art and disability through a social justice lens and that crip/disrupt the way we think about disability. Submissions can take the form of a critical review, an interview, or an article on artistic/curatorial processes, theory and ideas, commentary, community, etc. For examples of previous articles, find the archive here. A writer’s fee is paid. There is no deadline. Submissions are accepted on an ongoing basis. Please email proposals in the form of a short synopsis or outline to Kim Fullerton at kimful@akimbo.ca.

Media Arts

• Call for Applications: EMMEDIA Open Access Program. The focus of Open Access is to aid in the production of media art projects, giving participants up to one year to complete their works. This program is directed toward intermediate and senior artists. Potential program participants are asked to send in an application that includes current CV, script/storyboard or treatment, project description, detailed budget and relevant support material.  The number of projects supported annually is dependent on funding and the quality of submissions received. Open Access projects are given access to EMMEDIA workshops, in-house editing and production equipment up to an in-kind value of $4000 and an honorarium of $500. More information.  Deadline: dependent on funding and quality of applications. 
• Call for Applications:  Talent to Watch Program at Telefilm supports emerging filmmakers looking to finance the production stage of their first feature film project(s). The Talent to Watch Program has three streams: Industry Partner Stream, Festival Selection Stream, Filmmaker Apply-Direct Stream  (All Key Members of the Creative Team must be: Indigenous; Black; People of Colour; Women; Gender-diverse individuals; 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals; Persons with disabilities; and/or Members of an Official Language Minority Community.) More information. Closing Date: April 30, 2025
• Call for Documentaries: Diffusion 2025 is a summer festival series that will take place across multiple events including screenings, talks and critical writing intersecting with recent non-fiction moving image works. We are seeking short and long form projects that push the boundaries of non-fiction filmmaking (personal, diaristic, formal, documentary-driven, abstract, animated, etc) to be included in this series and/or future screenings. There is no fee to submit and screening fees (artist fees/film rentals) are paid for all works screened based on the length of the film. More information. Deadline: May 2, 2025
• Call for Projects: HTMlles 2026: On a Human Scale marks the 16th edition of the festival and Ada X’s 30th anniversary, an opportunity to celebrate our commitment to building digital spaces on a human scale while imagining new possibilities for collaboration and accessibility. They invite local and national artists performers, researchers, hackers, designers, facilitators, technologists, collectives, and organizers to propose projects that engage with: AI and algorithmic interventions, Archiving and memory in online and offline worlds, Digital activism, slacktivism, mischief, and disruption as methods for critique and play, Digital autonomy and creative resistance, Digital spaces on a human scale: Community-centered, open-source and decentralised technology, Privacy and ethical tech, Slow tech, alternative digital infrastructures, and low-tech solutions, The material impact of digital technologies and The role of artists in visualizing and intervening in technological systems. More information. Deadline: May 5, 2025
• Call for Animations: GIRAF 21 Giant Incandescent Resonating Animation Festival 2025  is a celebration of independent animation, a showcase of the best of what’s being created here in Canada and around the world. Each year, we scour the globe for the most astounding, inventive, beautiful, mind-altering and unexpected animated films out there. More information. Deadline: August 1

Music

• AAC / BRZ Busking Program: Calling all musicians! The AAC is collaborating with the Lethbridge Downtown BRZ to bring more busking to Lethbridge! These will be paid artist opportunities to help paint the air with your sounds and liven the many events happening in the City of Lethbridge! If you are interested in being a Lethbridge busker, fill out the short application form.
• Calling all performers!
  The City of Lethbridge is on the lookout for musicians, dancers, and variety acts to take the Canada Day 2025 Mainstage at Henderson Lake Park! If you’ve got a performance that will captivate a crowd, they want to hear from you.
  Applications open: Feb 3 – Apr 1, 2025
  Notifications sent by: Apr 15, 2025
  Event date: July 1, 2025
  Performers will rotate between the main stage and dance floor throughout the day. This is a paid opportunity for family-friendly acts ready to bring energy to one of Lethbridge’s biggest celebrations.
  Apply now: https://leisure.lethbridge.ca/COL/public/category/browse/MAINSTAGE

Public Art

Theatre & Drama

• Call for Male Actors: Coulee Players are in desperate need of 1 or 2 male actors. The group does 7 or 8 short skits every Friday afternoon for about an hour at Senior’s Homes. Most skits are 2 to 4 minutes in length and are primarily written by group members. For more information, please contact Lee Prindle at 403.320.1748.
• Call for Narrators. The National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS) is looking for volunteers to read and record books for their NARRATE! Project, which provides accessible audiobooks to those with print disabilities. Training, equipment, and technical assistance will be provided to successful applicants. For more information, and to apply, contact Bonnie Mikalson-Andron: 403.320.3026 or at bonnie.mikalson-andron@lethlib.ca.
• Call for Auditions: Jubilations Theatre. Jubilations Dinner Theatre is welcoming actors to submit video auditions for their multiple show season. We are very interested in seeing performers from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. Actors are invited to submit for two different kinds of shows: MainStage and Junior shows  (TYA – geared to ages 4-12 and their families). Interested performers can send in a video audition which includes: One pop or rock song that showcases your voice best and a short comedic monologue. More information. These auditions are ongoing and actors can submit at any time.

Visual Art

• Call for Submissions: SHOWCASE: small spaces/big ideas is a community art project that highlights the work of local artists and creators. It is a constellation of 26 mini-exhibition spaces available for 1-month bookings by anyone of any age, experience, or background who wants to show their artwork at the AGA. Each month brings a different exhibition and a new look at the diversity of Alberta’s creativity. Submission info. Deadlines on-going.
• Call for Submissions: Strathcona County Art Gallery@501 is now welcoming exhibition submissions from artists and curators. Completed submissions may be submitted and will be accepted throughout the year. More information.
• Call for Applicants: The Adolph and Esther Gottlieb Emergency Grant program is intended to provide interim financial assistance to qualified painters, printmakers, and sculptors whose needs are the result of an unforeseen, catastrophic incident, and who lack the resources to meet that situation. Each grant is given as one-time assistance or a specific emergency, examples of which are fire, flood, or emergency medical need. The program does not consider requests for dental work, chronic situations, capital improvements, or projects of any kind; nor can it consider situations resulting from general indebtedness or lack of employment. More information. Deadline: On-going
• Call for Applicants: The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation grant is available to emerging figurative artists. This grant is unique in scope in that it is available to students and artists around the world. More information. Deadline: On-going
• Call for Submissions: Chrome Salon + Spa, located in downtown Lethbridge, is seeking artists to hang work in their salon and spa. The space is commission-free and no charge. Contact Chrome Salon + Spa directly for more information and a tour of the space. More information. Deadline: On-going
• Call for Submissions: Latitude 53’s programming includes two Main Space galleries as well as The Garage, a space dedicated to new work by emerging local artists. In both of these models, Latitude 53 provides installation assistance, promotion, documentation, as well as professional compensation for artists in accordance to the expectations set by CAR/FAC. Latitude 53 accepts programming submissions from artists and curators on an ongoing basis. Submissions are kept on record for a period of one year for consideration by Latitude 53 staff, the Program Advisory Committee, and/or guest curators. More information. Deadline: On-going
• Call for Submissions: Surrey Art Gallery welcomes proposals from artists and guest curators for exhibitions in any media and subject area. These include solo, group exhibitions and touring shows as well as exhibitions that include work by, for, or about children, or of work evolving out of projects or residencies. There is no deadline for proposals, and your package will be acknowledged when received. More information. Deadline: On-going 
• Call for Artists: Children’s Services Mural Project Lethbridge Public Library is calling on artists to take part in our Children’s Services Mural Project. The goal of these murals is to create an inviting, engaging space while also offering opportunities for local artists. We will spotlight three artists over the course of the year, with each showcasing their work for about three months. More information. Deadline: May 16, 2025