NaAC Stories
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Celebrating the Conclusion of Curatorial Practices
Read the exhibition review by Levin Ifko published on Akimblog Curatorial Practices was a two-stage program designed to help artists explore the world of exhibition-making and develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to curate their own exhibitions. In the first stage, participants learned about curatorial practice through gallery visits, conversations with curators, and hands-on learning.…
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Call for Submissions: PATTISON x National accessArts Centre LandMarks Project
In partnership with PATTISON Outdoor Advertising, The National accessArts Centre (NaAC) presented by TD is pleased to announce an exciting public art initiative: LandMarks. The project will showcase the artworks of 10 artists with disabilities from the Treaty 7 / Calgary area on billboards and other public advertising platforms across Canada in fall 2026. ABOUT THE PROJECT: The LandMarks project will support 5 artists from NaAC’s studio program and 5 artists from the Treaty 7 / Calgary area, with…
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National accessArts Centre to partner with PATTISON Outdoor to launch national media campaign
The National accessArts Centre presented by TD (NaAC) is proud to announce that it has been selected as the national partner for PATTISON Outdoor Advertising’s Elevating Voices Media Grant. First launched in 2023, the program supports regional and national organizations working to amplify the voices of equity-deserving communities, including ethno-cultural groups, the 2SLGBTQI+ community, women,…
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Calgary Foundation invests $1.5 million in the Chung Centre Development
The National accessArts Centre presented by TD (NaAC) is proud to announce that the Calgary Foundation, through its Major Grants program, has invested $1.5 million toward the development of the Joseph Chung Centre for Creativity—one of two facilities that will form NaAC’s accessible arts learning campus. This major investment is the latest in a series…
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NaAC Artists Paul Brain and Carla Salter Present at the Canadian Arts Summit in Banff
On Friday, April 10, 2026, NaAC artists Paul Brain and Carla Salter brought their creative voices to the national stage at the Canadian Arts Summit in Banff. The Canadian Arts Summit is a gathering of senior art leaders, including artistic directors, executive directors and volunteer board chairs of Canada’s largest arts institutions. Through their respective…
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The National accessArts Centre presented by TD (NaAC) unveils its next five-year strategic plan
The Board of Directors of the National accessArts Centre has approved our new five-year strategic plan, titled Yes, and… This new plan, effective April 1, 2026, is a bold, ambitious roadmap for further growth and professionalization of our arts training and creation programs while also committing to accessible, skills-based community programs across our artistic disciplines.…
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Art Across Borders
Expanding Boundaries and Possibilities When ten artists from Korea and Canada came together this fall, they brought with them a kaleidoscope of styles and stories. Over ten days, they travelled from Canmore to Toronto to Ottawa as part of Korea x Canada x Disability Arts: Expanding Boundaries and Possibilities, a landmark exchange celebrating the 2024-2025…
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Dreams of the Future Screening
Join the National accessArts Centre (NaAC) and Ghost Rooster Collective for an evening of film, conversation, and community. This special event features the World Premiere of COSMOS REPORT (2025), the new short film by the NaAC Film Ensemble, paired with the evocative experimental film Dreamscapes (2025) by Ghost Rooster Collective. The screening will be followed…
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She’s Looking Fine and Killing It
Inside The Bright, Bold World of Visual Artist Kacy Salkeld For visual artist Kacy Salkeld, there’s no such thing as a typical day in the studio. Her practice moves easily between painting, collage, and sculpture, with projects that range from landscapes to bold abstracts. Each piece is more vibrant than the last. At the National…
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Launchpad 6.0
Launchpad 6.0 continues NaAC’s tradition of bringing people together to celebrate the vibrant creative work happening across our communities and beyond. These events have served as a space to reflect on the progress of our projects, share exciting developments, and officially send off exhibitions that are heading abroad. This year, Launchpad will highlight the cross-cultural…