As 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on a remarkable year of preserving and celebrating Edmonton’s rich cultural heritage. The dedication of staff, board members, volunteers, and community partners continue to strengthen and share the diverse stories that shape this city’s identity. A significant development this year has been the formation of… Read more »
Bridging Heritage – EHC Makes Impact at 2024 National Trust Conference in Montreal
Members of the Edmonton Heritage Council team joined heritage professionals from across Canada at this year’s National Trust Conference in Montreal, marking another successful gathering of Canada’s largest heritage learning and networking event. Our team was proud to contribute to meaningful discussions around inclusive heritage preservation and Indigenous perspectives. A significant highlight was the first-… Read more »
What are we losing if the original Royal Alberta Museum building is demolished?
Guest Post Connor J. Thompson is a PhD Candidate in History at the University of Alberta, where he studies symbolic representation of the Canadian Prairie pioneer. Thompson has a particular interest in public history on the Canadian Prairies, and the ways in which museums, commemorative events, and local histories shaped Prairie Canadian culture. When I… Read more »
Kicking Off Queer History Month
Edmonton’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies are invited to celebrate the launch of Queer History Month at a kick-off party on October 5th, 2024. Hosted by the Edmonton Heritage Council and City of Edmonton Archives, this family-friendly event promises an afternoon of inclusive programming, historical insights, and community connection. Event Details: Date: Saturday, October 5th, 2024… Read more »
Edmonton Heritage Council Grants Now Open
The Edmonton Heritage Council (EHC) is excited to announce that applications are now open for our fall intake grant programs aimed at supporting and enhancing Edmonton’s rich heritage. This year, we’re introducing a new grants application portal designed to streamline the application process, making it easier than ever for individuals and organizations to apply for… Read more »
ROYAL ALBERTA MUSEUM GLENORA SITE DEMOLITION
Statement from the Edmonton Heritage Council The Edmonton Heritage Council stands united in our commitment to the preservation of the former Royal Alberta Museum (RAM) building in Glenora. This Centennial building is not merely a structure; it embodies a significant chapter in our city’s history and architectural heritage. Listed as one of the National… Read more »
AGM 2024
Our AGM is coming up on May 29th. As we approach the EHC’s Annual General Meeting your membership must be up to date if you wish to vote on business at the AGM. Please note, we are temporarily suspending our online membership purchasing page until after the AGM, but free and paid memberships will be… Read more »
FIRE & HCIP Grant Opportunities (Early 2024)
When we ensure more voices are heard, all Edmontonians will grow and thrive. EHC’s grant programs, FIRE (Funding Indigenous Resurgence in Edmonton) and HCIP (Heritage Community Investment Program), give local heritage practitioners and storytellers the support they need to succeed.
(Some of) What We’re Up To
In our commitment to the communities we serve, the Edmonton Heritage Council continually reviews our programs to better support rich and diverse heritage practice in Edmonton and Treaty 6 territory. We’d love to share with you some of what we’re working on with our flagship programs: Edmonton City as Museum Project (ECAMP), Funding Indigenous Resurgence… Read more »
2023: The Year in HCIP Grants
The Heritage Community Investment Program invests funds—provided by the City of Edmonton—into the stabilization, increased professionalism and innovation of heritage in Edmonton, for Edmontonians. Grants staff is seeking 2024 jurors from now until January 15, 2024 at midnight. Read the Call for Jurors and complete this online form to indicate your interest and availability. Contact:… Read more »