Joyce LaBriola

Joyce LaBriola founded the Artists for Life Foundation of Alberta in 2009, a volunteer organization with the mission of advocating for those affected by HIV/AIDS, those who identify as LGBTQIA2S+, and marginalized, vulnerable and at-risk populations while celebrating the philanthropic spirit of the arts. She was selected as one of Avenue Magazine’s “Top 40 Under 40” and has been featured for her work in community engagement in Edmonton Woman Magazine and Artists for Life. Joyce has been awarded many honors, such as the National Philanthropy Day Award in the social services category and the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose’s Jean Lawson Award for her advocacy work. In addition, Joyce was nominated for the John Poole Promotion of the Arts Award and the YWCA Women of Distinction Award in the Arts and Culture category. As a leader in her field, Joyce was appointed to the City of Edmonton’s WAVE (Women’s Advocacy Voice of Edmonton) Committee and was named as a You Can Play Ambassador representing Western Canada. Joyce is a graduate from Rider University and Westminster Choir College.