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AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship
Annual support for young Albertan writers
Latest source updateLast Update: May 1, 2026Latest change: The scholarship deadline appears to have been extended, and the application materials now include an added current signed letter of reference.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Latest change: The scholarship deadline appears to have been extended, and the application materials now include an added current signed letter of reference.
Scholarship deadline and application materials updated
The scholarship content is largely unchanged, but the application timeline appears to have shifted to a later deadline and the application package now includes a current signed letter of reference. The core award amount, audience, and funding conditions remain the same, with only minor contact or link-format updates visible alongside the process change.
Funding available
$ 7,000
Deadline
March 1, 2027
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This annual $7,000 scholarship supports a young Albertan writer with clear educational or training goals. It supports eligible writing training programs and requires an original writing sample in an eligible literary genre.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Startups
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Training in literary arts or creative writing
- Undergraduate study with a literary arts or creative writing focus
- Recognized mentorships, workshops, master classes, or courses in literary arts
- Submission of original writing in an eligible literary genre
Documents Needed
- Applicant letter
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- Program description or proof of acceptance
- Proof of age
- Original writing sample and reference letter
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young writers in Alberta
- Individuals in literary arts or creative writing
- Applicants enrolled in eligible writing training programs
Who is not eligible
- International students in Canada without permanent residency status
- International students in Canadian programs or institutions located outside Canada
- Non-Canadian students studying online or by internet
- Applicants over 25 years old
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Artistic merit of the writing sample
- Fit of the proposed program with literary arts goals
- Impact of the program on artistic development
- Achievements and experience in literary arts
How to apply
- Step 1: Register for GATE Front Office
- First-time applicants request a username and password by email at least five business days before the deadline.
- Provide your legal name, the funding opportunity name, and your email address.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Fill in applicant details, contact information, address, project description, and applicant agreement.
- Step 3: Upload required attachments
- Upload the letter, resume, program description, proof of age, writing sample, and reference letter.
- Step 4: Submit through GATE Front Office
- Submit the completed application online by 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on the deadline date.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an expert panel
- Panel recommendations are reviewed by the AFA board
- Successful applicants are notified after board approval
- Unsuccessful applicants are also notified
- Decisions are final and no panel comments are provided
Additional information
- Only one $7,000 scholarship is awarded each year.
- Successful applicants must confirm enrollment in the eligible training program after award.
- No expert panel comments are provided to applicants.
- Applicants with previous AFA grants must have met reporting requirements to remain eligible for future funding.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship Program
What is the AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship?
This annual $7,000 scholarship supports a young Albertan writer with clear educational or training goals. It supports eligible writing training programs and requires an original writing sample in an eligible literary genre.
How much funding can be received?
AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship Funds up to $7,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship program, you must:
Alberta resident
Age 25 or under
Enrolled in eligible training
What expenses are eligible under AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship?
Training in literary arts or creative writing
Undergraduate study with a literary arts or creative writing focus
Recognized mentorships, workshops, master classes, or courses in literary arts
Submission of original writing in an eligible literary genre
Who can I contact for more information about the AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship?
You can contact Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) by email at justina.verboom@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-422-3250.
Where is the AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship available?
The AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
AFA — Dr. MacEwan Literary Arts Scholarship is a Grant and Funding