Philippine art and the Filipino artist... in focus
Calling all Filipinos and of Filipino-descent in Edmonton! Your voice matters!
Join us in our groundbreaking cultural mapping project and become a part of history.
By participating in our survey, you'll help us create a comprehensive map of Filipino culture in our city, showcasing the richness and diversity of our heritage. This project is about preserving our legacy, building community, empowering our voices and sharing our stories.
So, what are you waiting for? Take a few minutes to share your story and be a part of something truly special.
Philippine Stage at Kaleido Family Arts Festival
September 18-20, 2026
Alberta Avenue District
The Philippine Arts Council is proud to partner with the Kaleido Family Arts Festival for the second year in a row to host the Philippine Stage. Kaleido is one of our region’s most beloved signature festivals, known for its vibrant atmosphere and massive community reach.
Beyond the stage, we are also organizing a vibrant Philippine contingent for the festival’s Lantern Parade on Friday evening, September 18. Come in Philippine attire and bring lighted parols, use Pandanggo sa Ilaw lights, or find other creative ways to incorporate light into your presence.
The Wonderful Worlds in Edmonton
Book Launch and Cultural Mapping: Echoes of Identity
Join us for an immersive celebration of place and memory during the book launch of The Wonderful Worlds in Edmonton by Mila Bongco Philipzig. This special event invites you to journey through our city’s landmarks, not just as physical locations, but as the foundations of the Filipino-Edmontonian experience. Together, we will explore the intersection of literature and geography, showcasing how personal narratives breathe life into our local landscape.
By weaving the stories found within the book with the digital journey of the Echoes of Identity: Tracking Filipino Cultural Landscapes in Edmonton project, we offer a unique opportunity to map our community’s history, celebrate our collective identity, and contribute your own stories to the living archive of our city. Discover the worlds that make Edmonton home, and help us plot the future of our shared cultural heritage.
Woven Histories
Honouring Diverse Journeys in the Heart of Alberta
Woven Histories is a visionary intercultural collaboration that integrates visual arts, literature, and film to explore the rich, diverse journeys of Albertans. This initiative invites the public to discover the common threads of heritage and resilience that define our shared identity in the heart of Alberta.
Call for Submissions
We are currently seeking artistic works for Woven Histories: Honouring Diverse Journeys in the Heart of Alberta. This project explores the intricate threads of migration, resilience, and belonging that make up the Albertan tapestry.
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Who can apply: Artists, historians, and storytellers from all backgrounds.
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Focus: Works that reflect on personal or collective journeys within the
Scheduled for exhibition for February 2027.
A project supported by the Government of Alberta, Ethnocultural and Anti-Racism Grants Program.
