Join The Fine Arts Council In Kananaskis!


Join us in Kananaskis!

The annual Fine Arts Council Conference is being held in beautiful Kananaskis Alberta from October 20-22, 2016. This is a great opportunity to take advantage of ATA PD funding in the Fall! Out theme this year is "Journey With The Fine Arts: Creating Your Story". We have another great line up of sessions in all subjects areas, including Greek Theatre, Viking Knit, Voicestra and Story Through Dance just to name a few!

As well, we are honored to hear stories and song from this year's keynote speaker, Jeff Stockton, award winning recording artist and accomplished celtic harp musician, storyteller and speaker.

Please make your hotel booking at the Delta Lodge At Kananaskis through ATA code ATAFAC16.

Registration for sessions will be up and running within the next week. Stay tuned on the Fine Arts Council website for more information to come! CLICK HERE TO BE TAKEN TO REGISTRATION SITE.

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