About Us
The Calgary Folk Arts Council is the coordinating body for the cross-cultural and heritage groups in Calgary. Established in July 1975, CFAC is active in promoting folk arts in song, music and dance on the municipal, provincial and national levels.

Our Mission
To promote the preservation, development and advancement of the cultural heritage of the people of Canada; to bring about an awareness, understanding and respect through artistic activities and folkloric arts.

Our Vision
A Society respectful of different values and cultural.

President’s Message
On behalf of the Calgary Folk Arts Council, I personally would like to thank you for your continuous interest. It is with your effort and enthusiasm that we are able to promote, preserve and bring an awareness of the Cultural Diversity in Calgary. Calgary Folk Arts Council has been advancing the cultural identity for over 30 years. Let us continue working together to bring about an understanding that we will learn to appreciate, respect and love thy neighbors, so that we can live in peace and harmony.

Alexander Kalesnikoff,
President