Deadline: 01-Apr-2026

The Creation Grant Program by artsnb provides up to $20,000 for professional artists and $12,000 for early-career artists in New Brunswick to research, develop, and execute original creative projects. The program supports diverse disciplines, encourages collaborative work while maintaining creative control, and emphasizes accountability through completed final reports and clear project documentation.

artsnb Creation Grant Program 2025/26

Overview

The Creation Grant Program supports professional and early-career artists in New Brunswick by funding original arts projects that focus on creation and development of new work. The initiative prioritizes sustained creative activity and professional growth while ensuring equitable access to financial support.

Objectives

• Provide financial support to artists devoting significant time to original creative production.

• Promote the development of new work across diverse artistic disciplines.

• Encourage professional accountability and transparency through submission of previous final reports.

Eligible Projects

• Must include a creation component and prioritize development of new work.

• Can span artistic disciplines including:

  • Architecture

  • Craft

  • Dance

  • Literary Arts

  • Media Arts

  • Music

  • Theatre

  • Visual Arts

  • Multidisciplinary Arts

• Collaborative projects are allowed if the applicant retains creative control and submits required documentation.
  Ineligible: Academic, corporate, or previously funded artsnb projects; capital costs, administration, or promotional expenses.

Funding Details

• Professional artists: up to $20,000.

• Early-career artists: up to $12,000, with a lifetime maximum of two early-career grants before moving to the professional category.

• Only one application per deadline; one grant per fiscal year.

• Expenses may include subsistence, materials, services, travel, and limited equipment.

Who Can Apply?

• Canadian citizens, permanent residents, First Nations applicants, or individuals with permanent residency applications in process.

• Must have lived in New Brunswick for at least one year.

• Applicants must qualify as professional or early-career artists.

• Previous grant recipients must complete any outstanding final reports before reapplying.

How to Apply / Required Materials

1. Project Description: Up to 500 words explaining objectives, approach, and expected outcomes.

2. Budget: Balanced budget detailing eligible expenses.

3. CV: Artist curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant experience.

4. Work Samples: Relevant examples of prior work.

5. Optional Materials: Reviews, recommendation letters, or supporting documentation.
   Note: Applications must be submitted within the specified timeframe and cannot be revised after submission.

Selection Criteria

Applications are evaluated by a peer jury based on:

• Artistic merit.

• Feasibility and clarity of the project plan.

• Overall quality and completeness of the application.
  Approved grants are disbursed in full unless reduced to a minimum of 75% of the requested amount.

Tips for Applicants

• Ensure previous final reports are completed before applying.

• Clearly articulate the creation component and originality of the project.

• Provide comprehensive budgets aligned with program guidelines.

• Highlight professional experience, artistic achievements, and relevant samples.

FAQ

1. What is the maximum funding available?
Up to $20,000 for professional artists; $12,000 for early-career artists.

2. Can collaborative projects apply?
Yes, if the applicant retains creative control and provides proper documentation.

3. Are academic or corporate projects eligible?
No, only professional arts projects starting after the application date are eligible.

4. How many grants can an early-career artist receive?
A maximum of two early-career grants over a lifetime before transitioning to the professional category.

5. What expenses are eligible?
Subsistence, materials, services, travel, and limited equipment purchases.

6. Who can apply?
Artists must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or First Nations individuals, and must have lived in New Brunswick for at least one year.

7. Can applications be revised after submission?
No, applications cannot be edited once submitted.

Conclusion

The Creation Grant Program provides New Brunswick artists with a vital opportunity to pursue original projects, expand their creative practice, and enhance professional growth. By supporting both professional and early-career artists, the program encourages the development of innovative work across multiple disciplines while ensuring accountability, quality, and impact within the province’s arts community.

For more information, visit artsnb.