The City of Fort Saskatchewan has announced the winners of its 2026 Art in Public Places program, celebrating local talent with two new pieces of art. Fifteen-year-old student Sloane Riendeau and adult artist Glen Christenson were selected as this year’s recipients during an unveiling event held April 15, 2026, at the Alberta Lottery Fund Art Gallery.
Riendeau was recognized in the student category for her painting titled Serenity, which focuses on light, colour, and emotional response. Christenson earned the award in the adult category for his kinetic sculpture, Seven for a Secret Never to be Told, a piece inspired by magpies that changes appearance based on the viewer’s perspective.
Mayor Lisa Makin attended the ceremony, noting that the initiative plays a significant role in the community. She stated that public art adds character and meaning to the places residents share every day, while also highlighting the incredible talent found within the city.
Established in 2005, the program is supported by the City Council, which sets aside funding each year to purchase up to two pieces of artwork. These acquisitions are intended to support community well-being and build a lasting cultural legacy for both residents and visitors.
The program features two submission categories: a student category for senior high school and post-secondary students living in the community, and an adult category for local artists over the age of 18. Both new works are currently on display at the Alberta Lottery Fund Art Gallery, located inside the Dow Centennial Centre. The gallery is open to the public on Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., as well as during Shell Theatre performances.
