Key services
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This office rates films and trailers before they are released, licences distributors and gives information on film ratings.
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Supporting the growth and sustainability of our province's cultural industries.
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Financial assistance to purchase, build, renovate, or upgrade public-use community facilities.
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The Community Initiatives Program (CIP) provides funding to support initiatives that enhance and enrich communities throughout Alberta.
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Visiting, conserving and managing Alberta’s historic sites and places, and Indigenous and Francophone cultures.
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The Secretariat liaises with Alberta's Francophonie and coordinates the implementation of the French Policy.
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We work to prevent and end violence against women and girls, to support survivors and get to the root cause of why it happens.
In Focus
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A plan for jobs and the economy. -
Explore Canada’s most intriguing fossils from Nov. 1 to Feb. 2 at the Royal Alberta Museum—Alberta’s stop for Museum’s Choice: Fossil Favourites from Across Canada.
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Historic sites and museums
Provincial historic sites and museums can be found in every corner of Alberta, everything from the quaint and charming to the incredible and awe-inspiring.
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Commitment to end sexual violence
Alberta has made a government-wide commitment to prevent sexual violence and improve support for survivors.
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Getting moving towards a more active Alberta
Our vision of a more active Alberta is a province where all Albertans enjoy a high quality of life, improved health and wellness and vibrant communities.
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Minister Leela Aheer
Leela Aheer was appointed Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women on April 30, 2019.
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Parliamentary Secretary Laila Goodridge
Laila Goodridge was appointed Parliamentary Secretary responsible for Alberta's Francophonie on June 23, 2019.
Our responsibilities
Build a vibrant cultural sector by supporting the development and sustainability of Alberta's:
- creative and cultural industries
- artists and arts community
- recreation and sport
- non-profit / voluntary sector
Increase gender equality by working with ministries to make sure gender and other identity factors are reflected in Alberta government:
- policies
- programs
- legislation
Ministry information
Publications
Resources
- Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women blog
- Legislation
- List of public agencies
- Media inquiries
- Personal information bank directories
- Previous grants recipient database
- Ministry staff directory
Social media
Featured News
- Jan 25, 2020
Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on Lunar New Year:
- Dec 20, 2019
Month of the Artist in Alberta is moving to September to align with and complement Culture Days celebrations taking place in the province and across Canada.
- Dec 10, 2019
Government is accepting applications for a new grant program designed to build greater cultural awareness and more inclusive communities.