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Jean A Chalmers Fund, Application Time

February 20, 2013

It’s that time of year again. As many of you know, the deadline (March 1) for the Jean A. Chalmers Fund is fast approaching. Each year the Canadian Council for…

Majority of Canadians Support the Arts

February 6, 2013

In an interesting story reported last week by CBC NEWS, a Canadian Heritage poll reveals that Canadians believe “arts and culture is worthy of government support”.  Of those polled, 39 per…

The Order of Canada is awarded to Leo MacNeil!

January 23, 2013

Twice a year, The Governor General of Canada recognizes citizens that have demonstrated a lifetime of outstanding achievement by awarding The Order of Canada. This prestigious award is given to…

Happy Holidays!

January 9, 2013

The CCF/FCMA would like to wish you and your family a happy and relaxing holiday. December can be a very busy time for everyone, especially for people who work in…

Congratulations Tom McFall and the Alberta Craft Council!

December 26, 2012

The CCF/FCMA would like to congratulate Tom McFall, the Executive Director of the Alberta Craft Council (ACC), for being awarded the Diamond Jubilee Medal. Premier Alison Redford and the Lieutenant…

Continuing Support for the CCA

November 28, 2012

Two weeks ago the Canadian Conference of the Arts announced that after 67 years of service they would be closing their doors. The difficult choice was made in response to…

Congratulations!

November 14, 2012

The Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery announced the 2012 winners of the Winifred Shantz Award for Ceramics and the RBC Award for glass this month. The Winifred Shantz Award for…

Get ready to join us for Hindsight/Foresight!

October 31, 2012

Tomorrow, four of Canada’s leading craft thinkers and practitioners will discuss pressing issues in craft. The evening includes presentations by ceramic artist Paul Mathieu, Jeweler/metal artist Kye Yeon Son, and…