Track the Impact

How We’re Growing Up Strong—Together

Our goal is to reach 50,000 Alberta children and youth each year through performances, classes, and community programs.

Total Youth Impact Across Alberta

20,238

Youth improved their physical and mental well-being by developing physical literacy, reducing health risks, and building emotional resilience through expressive movement and active living.

1,893

Youth strengthened their capacity for self-worth, identity, and confidence—laying the foundation to lead, advocate for themselves, and build healthy relationships.

482

Newcomer youth fostered belonging, emotional wellness, and communication confidence through inclusive performing arts—strengthening identity, leadership, and engagement in Canada’s cultural and civic life.

31,896

Youth enhanced their cultural literacy, empathy, and civic engagement by experiencing live professional arts and deepening their connection to shared community identity.

Over the last two years…

Albertan youth strengthened their resilience, connection, and well-being—equipping them to thrive in school, engage fully in community life, and carry forward values that support lifelong health and belonging.

586

Indigenous youth strengthened cultural identity, pride, and resilience through ballet and powwow—enhancing emotional well-being, physical literacy, leadership, and long-term personal growth.

76

Africa Centre youth built cultural pride, confidence, and leadership through dance —fostering emotional resilience, community connection, and a strong sense of belonging in both African and broader Canadian contexts.

How Do We Know It’s Working?

At Alberta Ballet, we don’t just deliver dance experiences—we design them around proven outcomes. Every ticket offered, class delivered, and child engaged is grounded in research showing how dance supports healthier, more connected youth. Our programs are guided by evidence-based frameworks and community insight to support measurable outcomes across four key dimensions.

Framework for Impact

Physical Literacy & Health
Our programs are grounded in research showing that dance supports motor skills, cardiovascular fitness, coordination, and body confidence—especially for children underserved by traditional sports.
Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being
Evidence shows that dance participation can reduce stress, boost mood, and support emotional regulation. We design programs that align with this research, particularly for adolescents facing growing mental health challenges.
Identity, Confidence & Belonging
Studies demonstrate that dance fosters self-expression, peer connection, and cultural pride. Our approach reflects these findings, prioritizing social belonging and confidence-building in culturally diverse and equity-deserving communities.
Long-Term Developmental Outcomes
Research links dance engagement to improved school attendance, leadership development, and long-term personal growth. We use this evidence base to shape programs that contribute to broader developmental outcomes for Alberta youth.

Children & Youth Reached

Children Inspired by Live Performance

Reaching Children and Youth in Every Corner of the Province

Help improve the lives of 50,000 young Albertans.

Each year, Alberta Ballet serves over 25,000 youth. By 2030, we’ll reach 50,000—powered by our $20M Growing Up Strong Endowment. With $5M already raised, we’re halfway to changing twice as many lives.

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Over the last two years, Alberta Ballet programs have reached children in communities across Alberta.

210 youth participated in programming that...
- Built physical literacy and habits for lifelong activity.
- Increased confidence, identity, and leadership capacity.
- Gained emotional regulation and coping tools.
- Strengthened cultural identity and bicultural fluency.
- Formed deeper peer and community connections.
- Improved empathy and non-violent conflict resolution.
- Boosted focus, creativity, and academic engagement.
123 youth participated in programming that...
- Built lasting habits for active, healthy living.
- Developed emotional regulation and stress management skills.
- Formed stronger peer relationships and reduced isolation.
- Increased self-confidence and the ability to self-advocate.
- Improved focus, creativity, and leadership potential.
120 youth participated in programming that...
- Built meaningful connections and reduced social isolation.
- Established habits for lifelong physical activity.
- Improved movement skills and physical confidence.
- Developed tools to manage stress and regulate emotions.
- Strengthened empathy and conflict resolution skills.
- Increased self-worth and confidence to advocate for themselves.
132 youth participated in programming that...
- Built stronger social connections and reduced isolation.
- Established active living habits that support lifelong health.
- Improved physical literacy, coordination, and movement confidence.
- Developed emotional regulation and coping skills.
- Strengthened empathy and peaceful conflict resolution.
- Increased self-worth, identity, and self-advocacy.
110 youth participated in programming that...
- Built stronger social connections and reduced isolation.
- Developed habits for lifelong physical activity and health.
- Improved movement skills and physical literacy.
- Gained tools for emotional regulation and resilience.
- Strengthened empathy and peaceful conflict resolution.
- Increased confidence, identity, and self-advocacy.
- Deepened cultural literacy and civic engagement.
- Built lasting appreciation for live arts and community connection.
419 youth participated in programming that...
- Strengthened social connections and reduced isolation.
- Built habits for lifelong physical activity and health.
- Improved coordination, endurance, and physical confidence.
- Developed emotional regulation and stress management skills.
- Used movement to support mental health and resilience.
- Increased empathy and conflict resolution skills.
- Built confidence, identity, and self-advocacy.
40 Newcomer Youth in Leduc participated in programming that...
- Built community belonging and reduced isolation through inclusive performing arts.
- Improved resilience, language confidence, and communication skills.
- Strengthened civic awareness and leadership through creative engagement.
- Fostered cross-cultural understanding and a sense of belonging in Canadian life through live performance.
173 youth participated in programming that...
- Strengthened social connections and reduced isolation.
- Built lifelong habits for physical activity and wellness.
- Improved coordination, endurance, and physical literacy.
- Developed emotional regulation and stress management skills.
- Increased empathy, conflict resolution, and accountability.
- Grew in identity, self-confidence, and self-advocacy.
15,080 youth attended live performances and...
- Enhanced their cultural literacy, empathy, and civic engagement.
- Developed appreciation for the arts and deeper community connection.
8 newcomer youth participated in programming that...
- Built meaningful relationships and reduced isolation.
- Strengthened emotional resilience and coping skills.
- Improved communication, language acquisition, and cultural understanding.
- Built the foundation for civic participation and volunteerism.
- Grew in self-worth, leadership, and advocacy skills.
- Explored creative career pathways and contributed to Canada’s cultural economy.
- Fostered empathy and cross-cultural belonging through live performance.
117 Indigenous youth participated in programming that...
- Strengthened cultural identity and confidence navigating diverse environments.
- Built emotional resilience, healing, and identity-based expression.
- Developed movement skills and lifelong physical activity habits.
- Enhanced focus, creativity, and leadership for long-term personal growth.
76 youth participated in programming delivered in partnership with the Africa Centre that...
- Strengthened cultural identity and pride in African heritage.
- Built leadership skills, self-confidence, and community connection.
- Provided tools for emotional expression and resilience through dance.
- Fostered a deeper sense of belonging in both cultural and broader social spaces.
538 youth participated in programming that...
- Strengthened social connections and reduced isolation.
- Built physical literacy and healthy movement habits for lifelong wellness.
- Developed emotional regulation and stress management skills.
- Increased empathy, conflict resolution, and social accountability.
- Grew in identity, confidence, and the ability to self-advocate.
35,186 youth attended live performances and...
- Enhanced their cultural literacy, empathy, and civic engagement.
- Built lasting appreciation for the arts and stronger community connection.
434 newcomer youth participated in programming that...
- Built community connections and reduced isolation.
- Strengthened resilience and coping skills.
- Improved language skills and cultural understanding.
- Laid the foundation for civic participation and volunteerism.
- Increased self-worth, leadership, and advocacy skills.
- Explored creative career pathways and contributed to Canada’s cultural economy.
- Built empathy and belonging through exposure to the arts.
70 Indigenous youth participated in programming that...
- Strengthened cultural identity and cross-cultural fluency.
- Built emotional resilience and healing through cultural expression.
- Developed movement skills and lifelong habits for active living.
- Enhanced creativity, focus, and leadership for future success.