National accessArts Centre – Canada’s oldest and largest disability arts organization

News + Updates

Works by artists with developmental disabilities to travel the world thanks to groundbreaking partnership with the federal government.
May 10, 2021 0
The National accessArts Centre (NaAC), Canada’s largest and oldest disability arts organization, is pleased to share the City of Calgary’s commitment of $2.5M ...
Presenting rare 2.0 – the NaAC annual (virtual) fundraiser
March 23, 2021 0
Join sommelier Erik Mercier as he walks through the conceptual, interesting, and unexpected ways that our love of wine connects to our love of art.
New visual arts program directions for 2021
February 26, 2021 0
When we first realized that our studio would likely remain closed for the foreseeable future, we responded quickly.
City of Calgary confirms $2.5M investment towards old Scouts Canada building to create new home for the National accessArts Centre
February 22, 2021 0
The National accessArts Centre (NaAC), Canada’s largest and oldest disability arts organization, is pleased to share the City of Calgary’s commitment of $2.5M ...
Notice anything different? accessarts.ca is now live!
February 7, 2021 0
The National accessArts Centre (NaAC) is pleased to launch its new website on accessarts.ca.

Programs

Hip Hop Essentials
May 12, 2021 0
STARTING JULY 6, 2021 | 1PM Groove and move in this high energy class! Over the course of 9 weeks, explore the history, elements and foundations.
Studio Visit: Michael Sutcliffe
May 9, 2021 0
May 27th, 2021 | 3:00 PM STUDIO VISIT Michael Sutcliffe has been painting and working in a variety of mediums since his youth when his parents enrolled him in Saturday art classes...
In Conversation: David Oppong
May 9, 2021 0
Friday May 14, 2021 | 5:00 PM Join the National accessArts Centre as we celebrate the online launch of David Oppong's publication "Resiliency Forest."
Gratitude GoGo
May 9, 2021 0
THURSDAYS JULY 8 - AUGUST 26 | 7:00 PM Go-go gadget gratitude!! In this high energy class, we will explore ways to embody gratitude and incorporate it into our movements...
Try QAAC for free
May 6, 2021 0
SUNDAY, MAY 16, 2021 | 1:00 PM Try Q.A.A.C for Free. Are you interested in learning more about Q.A.A.C. (Queer Accessible Arts Cabaret) and trying out a free activity before registering in the program?

About NaAC.

Founded in 1975 as the In-Definite Arts Society, the National accessArts Centre (NaAC) is Canada’s oldest and largest disability arts organization – and in 2020, became the country’s first multidisciplinary disability arts organization. Today, the NaAC supports more than 300 artists living with developmental and/or physical disabilities through on-site studio supports and workshops, and an even broader community of Canadian artists with disabilities through immersive programs delivered online.

Learn more about NaAC here.

How you can help.

The NaAC is only able to deliver our breadth of programs and support for our growing community of artists with the generosity of donors and volunteers. Learn how you can become part of our community, and make a real difference in the lives of Canadian artists living with disabilities.

You can do a one-time donation, give monthly and become an Artist Fund Patron, sponsor an event or initiative, or become a volunteer.

Find out how you can help.

I’m an artist.

Most of our participants are clients of the PDD program with the Government of Alberta, though there are opportunities for the broader disability community to be involved with us. Our programs cover a wide range of artistic disciplines including: visual arts, literary arts, dance, theatre, and music.

Become a NaAC artist today.

See the event calendar.

Download the 'NaAC Strategic Plan'.

National accessArts Centre in the news.

MEDIA CONTACT
Jung-Suk (JS) Ryu, President & CEO
403.253.3174 x1 js.ryu@accessarts.ca