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AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts - Alberta - Canada
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AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts

Scholarship for young Albertan performing artists
Government of Alberta
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : March 1, 2027
Location
Alberta, Canada

Overview

This program awards a $7,000 scholarship to support a young Albertan in performing arts training. It funds eligible performing arts education and training in music, theatre, or dance.
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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 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : March 1, 2027

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Alberta
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Youth (<40)

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Performing arts training in music, theatre, or dance
  • Undergraduate studies with a minor or major in performing arts
  • Technical or conservatory performing arts school programs
  • Recognized mentorships, workshops, master classes, or courses in performing arts

Documents Needed

  • Applicant letter
  • Resume or CV
  • Training program description and schedule
  • Proof of age
  • Reference letter

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Young performing artists
  • Individuals enrolled in performing arts training
  • Applicants in music, theatre, or dance

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants over 25 years old
  • People not living in Alberta
  • Applicants not enrolled in an eligible training program
  • Graduate programs or equivalent studies

Eligible expenses

  • Enrollment in eligible performing arts training programs
  • Undergraduate study in performing arts
  • Technical or conservatory performing arts school tuition
  • Recognized performing arts programs, mentorships, workshops, master classes, or courses

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by an expert panel.
  • Applications are assessed against artistic merit and the proposed program.
  • Applicants are notified of the outcome, generally within four to six months.
  • No expert panel comments are provided.

Additional information

  • Only one scholarship is awarded each year.
  • The award rotates annually among music, theatre, and dance.
  • Successful applicants must prove enrollment within 60 days of the award date.
  • Applicants may be asked for additional information to confirm eligibility.

Contacts

registrationafa@gov.ab.ca
780-427-9968

Frequently Asked Questions about the AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts?

This program awards a $7,000 scholarship to support a young Albertan in performing arts training. It funds eligible performing arts education and training in music, theatre, or dance.

How much funding can be received?

AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts Funds up to $7,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts program?

To be eligible for the AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts program, you must: Alberta resident Age 25 or under Enrolled in training

What expenses are eligible under AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts?

Performing arts training in music, theatre, or dance Undergraduate studies with a minor or major in performing arts Technical or conservatory performing arts school programs Recognized mentorships, workshops, master classes, or courses in performing arts

Who can I contact for more information about the AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts?

You can contact Government of Alberta by email at registrationafa@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-427-9968.

Where is the AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts available?

The AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts program is available the province of Alberta.

Is the AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts a grant, loan, or tax credit?

AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts is a Grant and Funding

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