Newcomer Arts Professional Program (NAPP)

The Newcomer Arts Professional Program (NAPP) is a dedicated professional development and mentorship initiative tailored to empower and support newcomer arts professionals. NAPP serves as a pivotal platform, fostering connections, resource access, educational enrichment, and professional establishment within the Canadian arts landscape. This opportunity is for newcomer arts professionals in both Edmonton and Calgary only.

For Mentors

Become a Mentor

Help shape the future of Alberta’s arts community by becoming a mentor with one of our mentorship programs. Our mentors play a vital role in welcoming and empowering newcomer and immigrant arts professionals by sharing their experience, guidance, and industry knowledge.

If you’re passionate about giving back and supporting emerging creative professionals, we’d love to hear from you. If you have previously served as a mentor with us, there is no need to complete the form again, we already have your information on file. This call is for new mentors only.

Learn more about the opportunity here.

For Mentees

NAPP Cohort 5 applications are now open

A new NAPP cohort is here! Apply now!

NAPP 2026–2027 has officially launched in Calgary and Edmonton. If you’re a newcomer arts professional, arts administrator, or cultural worker ready for mentorship, career coaching, paid professional opportunities, and real sector connections, this program is for you!

NAPP is a dedicated professional development initiative designed to empower newcomer arts professionals through personalized one-on-one mentorship, industry-led training, strategic networking, and comprehensive career guidance. Serving Edmonton and Calgary, the program offers meaningful connections, access to resources, and professional growth within Alberta’s arts sector, bridging gaps and opening doors.

Applications are open until May 15th, 2026.

View our information session here.

Apply today!

Core Offerings

Recognizing the unique challenges faced by newcomer arts professionals in navigating their careers and securing professional opportunities within the arts sector, NAPP is committed to bridging this gap through targeted professional development sessions and compensated mentorship programs.

Personalized one-on-one mentorship.

Professional development sessions facilitated by esteemed Canadian arts professionals.

Comprehensive training programs, and exposure to the Canadian arts industry.

One-on-One career coaching session

NAPP extends vital support by providing reliable information, deliberate networking opportunities, and sector-specific insights.

Paid opportunity to gain Canadian experience and comprehensive guidance.

Essential information for the successful establishment of careers in Canada.