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AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding
Funding for Alberta dance projects
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 18,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 1, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $18,000 for Alberta dance projects. Supports art production, marketing, research, and training or career development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Art production for a dance work
- Marketing activities for Alberta dance artists' work
- Research to develop a dance project
- Training and career development in dance or related fields
Documents Needed
- Artist resume or biography
- Resumes of all project co-owners
- Detailed project description
- Project expenses and revenue details
- Project-specific support materials, if required
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Alberta individual artists
- Alberta arts administrators
- Ensembles, collectives, and collaborations
Who is not eligible
- Applicants incorporated under provincial or federal legislation
- Applicants with open or outstanding AFA projects or reporting
- Project co-owners already tied to another open AFA project
Eligible expenses
- Artist and technician fees, commission fees, production costs, and promotion/publicity
- Travel and accommodation, tuition or training fees, royalties, and contract or administration fees
- Basic living expenses related to the project, up to $3,000 per month
- Other reasonable and necessary project expenses approved by the AFA
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital purchases, capital development, and studio construction or renovations
- Recreational training projects
- Course components that are part of a larger program of study
- Ongoing activity contracts or projects similar to usual commissioned work
- Expenses incurred before the application is submitted, including grant writer fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Impact of the project on the applicant and dance in Alberta
- Artistic, educational, or promotional merit
- Appropriateness of the project budget
- Applicant's ability to carry out the project
How to apply
1
Registration on GATE System
- If you are a first-time applicant, request a GATE Front Office username and password by emailing registrationafa@gov.ab.ca at least five business days before the application deadline.
- Include your legal name, the funding opportunity program (Dance Individual Project Funding), and your email address in your request.
- Wait to receive your username and password by email before proceeding.
2
Application Preparation
- Draft a detailed project description outlining objectives, activities, timelines, expected results, and impact on your artistic development.
- Prepare supporting documentation like an artistic resume, resumes of all principal artists, and additional materials required based on the project type (e.g., marketing plan, visual documentation of previous work).
- Ensure all principal artists meet the Alberta residence criteria.
- For commissioned work, ensure you have a signed contract and exhibition plan.
- If applying for training, provide proof of acceptance into the course and a detailed course description.
3
Completing the Online Application Form
- Log into the GATE Front Office system using your credentials.
- Fill out the application formlets, including applicant information, project description, project expenses, and project revenue.
- Upload necessary attachments as required by your project type.
4
Submitting the Application
- Review your application for completeness and accuracy.
- Submit your completed application by 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on the deadline date through the GATE system.
- If the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, the submission deadline extends to the next working day.
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After Submission
- Receive an automated notification of your submission.
- Retain confirmation for your records for future reference.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an expert panel after submission
- Panel recommendations are reviewed by the AFA board of directors
- Successful applicants are notified after board approval
- Funding recipients must follow the approved project description and report on results
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through the GATE Front Office online system.
- Successful recipients are usually notified 4 to 6 months after the deadline.
- Funding recipients must acknowledge the AFA in project publicity whenever possible.
- Final reporting must be approved before new applications are accepted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding Program
What is the AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding?
Provides up to $18,000 for Alberta dance projects. Supports art production, marketing, research, and training or career development.
How much funding can be received?
AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $18,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding program?
To be eligible for the AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding program, you must:
Must be an Alberta resident.
Must be in good standing with the AFA.
Applicant must not be incorporated.
What expenses are eligible under AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding?
Art production for a dance work
Marketing activities for Alberta dance artists' work
Research to develop a dance project
Training and career development in dance or related fields
Who can I contact for more information about the AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding?
You can contact Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) by email at danceAFA@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-415-1318.
Where is the AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding available?
The AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding is a Grant and Funding