October 22, 2026
The City’s latest community murals include a Chinese zodiac mural, nature-inspired designs, a collaborative 2SLGBTQIA+ mural celebrating diverse voices and a mosaic-tiled tree created entirely by community members.
Fifteen new murals were painted across Edmonton this summer as the City marked the 15th anniversary of the Community Mural Grant program. The annual program connects the City, artists and community partners to create public art in highly visible locations to deter graffiti and make public spaces more vibrant.
"Public art can fundamentally transform a space into an incredible canvas,” said Mayor Andrew Knack. “A forgotten corner suddenly becomes more welcoming, and as more people stop to look, it becomes safer as well."
Since 2011, Capital City Clean Up has funded more than 110 murals across Edmonton through a shared funding model. The average grant is approximately $6,500, covering roughly 60 per cent of mural’s costs, with the rest raised by applicants. Community contributions often come from participating business owners, community league budgets, donated materials and volunteer hours.
“The City of Edmonton's mural grant has transformed the most graffiti hit wall in the heart of our community into a beautiful, meaningful art piece,” said Alex Bosker, Executive Director, Beverly Business Association. “The Beverly community is celebrating the opportunity to depict its rich history on this mural, and is thankful for the opportunity to turn a piece of wall into a work of art.”
The 2026 grant cycle introduced a new funding stream through Beyond Belonging: The 2SLGBTQIA+ Safe Spaces Action Plan, providing an additional $40,000 to fund five murals promoting inclusive public spaces for equity-seeking communities.
"Visible signs of inclusion are important, and that’s exactly what we heard from the more than 900 2SLGBTQIA+ Edmontonians we engaged with," said Landon Turlock, Project Manager, Beyond Belonging. "Investment in the Community Mural Grant is a way Edmontonians can see how the City of Edmonton is supporting and creating a safe, inclusive place for everyone.”
Grant recipients coordinate the entire mural project, including community engagement and design. They identify eligible spaces on private property and hire local artists to create artwork that represents the surrounding neighbourhood.
"The opportunity to shape Beverly’s visual landscape is incredibly meaningful," said Robert and Carly Murray, who painted historic Beverly landmarks on the walls of the Shoppers Drug Mart on 118 Ave near 32nd Street. "We hope to add a dash of colour on a cold day, create a shared experience or bring a smile to people’s faces."
To learn more about the Community Mural Grant program or how to apply for the next funding cycle, visit edmonton.ca/MuralGrant.