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Alberta Foundation for the Arts has opened applications for its Literary Individual Project Funding 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Literary Individual Project Funding program is designed to help Alberta-based literary artists, arts administrators, and artist ensembles develop and complete specific literary arts projects. It supports a wide range of literary work, from creative writing and literary non-fiction to translation, research, promotion, and professional development.This funding opportunity is especially useful for writers and literary practitioners who need financial support for art production, marketing, research, training, or career development tied to a defined literary project.
Up to $18,000 per project
Can cover up to 100% of eligible project expenses
Must be a resident of Alberta (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or Protected Person with valid permit).
Residency requirement: primary residence in Alberta for at least one year, and ordinarily living there for six months annually (exceptions for formal study).
Applicants must be in good standing with AFA (no outstanding projects or reports).
Ensembles/collectives must not be incorporated under provincial or federal law.
Apply for Alberta Foundation for the Arts Literary Individual Project Funding
