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AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship
Training support for young Alberta film and video artists
Funding available
$ 7,000
Deadline
March 1, 2027
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Film and Video Arts Scholarship supports young Alberta film and video artists with $7,000 for training and artistic development. It is available to individual applicants who are residents of Alberta and are enrolled in eligible film and video arts training, including undergraduate studies, recognized programs, mentorships, workshops, master classes, or courses.
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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
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Any level of undergraduate studies with a minor or major in film and video arts
- A recognized program or appropriate mentorship, workshop, master class, or course with a focus on film and video art
Documents Needed
- A letter by the applicant of no more than two pages
- A resume or curriculum vitae of no more than two pages
- A detailed description of the applicant's chosen film and video arts educational or training program(s), including proof of acceptance and a schedule if accepted into a specific course, or a preferred choice with two alternate program choices if not accepted
- A scanned copy of one proof of age document, a current and signed letter of reference, and the Applicant Agreement e-signed in GATE Front Office
- If applicable, a complete or excerpted screenplay of no more than 15 pages in standard script format, or a copy of a completed film and video work
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- A young Albertan film and video artist
Who is not eligible
- International students in Canada on a visa without permanent residency status in Canada
- International students enrolled in a Canadian program or Canadian institution not located in Canada
- Non-Canadian students enrolled and studying via the Internet or through online courses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Graduate programs or their equivalents
How to apply
- Apply through the GATE Front Office online application system
- First-time applicants must email registrationafa@gov.ab.ca at least five business days before the application deadline to obtain login information, and include their legal name, the funding opportunity, and their email address
- Applicants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian e-sign the Applicant Agreement in GATE Front Office as the designate for the scholarship
- Complete the required online forms and upload the requested attachments in GATE Front Office
- Submit the application no later than 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on the deadline date; if the deadline falls on a statutory holiday or weekend, it is extended until the next working day
Processing and Agreement
- Your submitted application will show as Complete in GATE Front Office and is under review by Arts Development staff
- If you need to update contact information on your application, you must contact your program consultant
Additional information
- Applicants may be asked for additional information to determine eligibility or other program requirements
- No other reporting requirements are associated with this scholarship
- The Help and Resources section offers the new Front Office User Guide and application tips for individual artists
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship Program
What is the AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship?
Film and Video Arts Scholarship supports young Alberta film and video artists with $7,000 for training and artistic development. It is available to individual applicants who are residents of Alberta and are enrolled in eligible film and video arts training, including undergraduate studies, recognized programs, mentorships, workshops, master classes, or courses.
How much funding can be received?
AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship Funds up to $7,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship program, you must:
The applicant must be a resident of Alberta
The applicant must be 25 years or younger as of the application deadline
The applicant must be enrolled in an eligible film and video arts training program
What expenses are eligible under AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship?
Any level of undergraduate studies with a minor or major in film and video arts
A recognized program or appropriate mentorship, workshop, master class, or course with a focus on film and video art
Who can I contact for more information about the AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship?
You can contact Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) by email at nick.haywood@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-644-1029.
Where is the AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship available?
The AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship is a Grant and Funding