Question 1

What is included with my registration?

Accepted Answer

Your conference registration includes:
Friday Elevated Mixer and Keynote Address
Full day of Saturday sessions
Two 75‑minute breakout sessions and one 2‑hour workshop
Saturday locally catered lunch, coffee, and snacks
Registration package

Question 2

Do you offer a student rate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Full‑time students may register for $50 with proof of full‑time status as of September 1, 2026.

Question 3

Will sessions be recorded?

Accepted Answer

No. Sessions will not be recorded.

Question 4

What time does conference registration open?

Accepted Answer

Registration is available:
Friday: 6:00pm–7:30pm at the St. John Centre for Arts and Culture
Saturday: 8:00am–9:00am with coffee and networking at the venue

Question 5

Are Friday Elevated Add‑On sessions included?

Accepted Answer

No. Add‑On sessions are optional experiences held at partner arts organizations on Friday afternoon. Each session costs $25.

Question 6

Where is the conference located?

Accepted Answer

St. John Centre for Arts and Culture
 15 – 12 Street NW
 Calgary, AB T2N 1Y4

Question 7

What are some restaurant recommendations?

Accepted Answer

Coffee:  
Higher Ground Cafe 
Deville Coffee  
AGGÜDO COFFEE ROASTERS 
The Roasterie 
Alforno Bakery & Cafe 
Wander Coffee & Cocktails

Food:  
PB and J YYC 
Winebar Kensington 
Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey

Question 8

What else can I do in the area?

Accepted Answer

The Kensington neighbourhood offers shopping, cafés, galleries, the Bow River pathway, and easy access to downtown Calgary.

Some ideas include:

Hexagon Board Game Cafe, Kensington
Plaza Theatre, Kensington
Kinkonauts Improv Shows
Theatre Calgary Shows

Question 9

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

The St. John Centre for Arts and Culture is not fully wheelchair accessible. Some breakout spaces can only be reached by stairs. If you have any accessibility concerns, please contact victoria.reid@fineartsata.ca and we will make every effort to support your needs.

Question 10

Where can I park?

Accepted Answer

We recommend parking at your hotel and walking to the venue. Kensington and the Bow River pathway make for a pleasant walk to the St. John Centre for Arts and Culture. Paid parking is also available on surrounding streets and in a paid lot at the venue.

Question 11

What hotels are nearby?

Accepted Answer

Element Calgary Downtown (by Westin) — 5‑minute drive, 14‑minute walk
The Westley Calgary Downtown (Hilton) — 6‑minute drive, 20‑minute walk
Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA — 6‑minute drive, 20‑minute walk

Question 12

Who can I contact with more questions?

Accepted Answer

For all conference inquiries, please email:
victoria.reid@fineartsata.ca

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CONFERENCE FAQs

What is included with my registration?

Do you offer a student rate?

Will sessions be recorded?

What time does conference registration open?

Are Friday Elevated Add‑On sessions included?

Where is the conference located?

What are some restaurant recommendations?

What else can I do in the area?

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Where can I park?

What hotels are nearby?

Who can I contact with more questions?

ARTS ELEVATED: CONFERENCE 2026

CONFERENCE FAQs

What is included with my registration?

Do you offer a student rate?

Will sessions be recorded?

What time does conference registration open?

Are Friday Elevated Add‑On sessions included?

Where is the conference located?

What are some restaurant recommendations?

What else can I do in the area?

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Where can I park?

What hotels are nearby?

Who can I contact with more questions?

ARTS ELEVATED:
CONFERENCE 2026