Artisans database opening in Alberta

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The Chiefs Economic Development Advisory Council (CEDAC) has divided into an exciting, new venture in Native arts and crafts. Beginning this month, CEDAC will be compiling a comprehensive list of all Alberta Native artisans and arts and crafts dealers. This database is the first step in the planning and development of a unique Native arts and crafts incubator to be located in Edmonton, Alberta.

Development plans have begun for this endeavor in Native arts featuring high quality Native arts and crafts and talented Native artisans at work, giving them an opportunity to display their talents in-house and provide sales and market exposure. Preliminary research into this new facility demands a listing of all Alberta Native artisans and arts and crafts dealers. CEDAC is calling on all Native artisans and dealers to submit their profiles, addresses, phone numbers, and contact names to: CEDAC, 14601 - 134 Avenue, Edmonton AB T5L 4S9.

For more information call Sondra Jacobs or Chantel Stickland at (403) 453-6114.