Deadline: 15-Mar-2026

The Equinox Grant Program by artsnb offers up to $10,000 to Indigenous artists, curators, collectives, and groups in New Brunswick to support artistic creation, professional development, and community connections. The program funds research and development, creation of new work, and collaborative activities that strengthen the Indigenous arts community, with strict eligibility and reporting requirements.

artsnb Equinox Grant Program 2025/26

Overview

The Equinox Grant Program supports Indigenous artists and collectives in New Brunswick to develop artistic practice, create new work, and foster connections within the Indigenous arts community. The program encourages both traditional and contemporary art forms, emphasizing professional growth and community engagement.

Focus Areas

1. Research and Development:

   • Workshops, mentorships, residencies.

   • Artistic practice development.

2. Creation of New Work:

   • Projects in traditional or contemporary art forms.

   • Includes individual or collaborative creation.

3. Connections:

   • Conferences, workshops, gatherings, exchanges.

   • Strengthens networks within the Indigenous arts community.

Funding Details

• Maximum grant: $10,000 per applicant per fiscal year.

• Only one application per deadline is allowed.

• Applicants must have completed all previous Equinox or artsnb Final Reports.

• Eligible expenses: artist fees, materials, services, travel, accommodation, transportation, and equipment purchases up to specified limits.

Eligible Applicants

• Indigenous professional artists (self-taught, traditionally taught, or formally trained).

• Curators, collectives, or groups led by Indigenous artists.

• Must be Canadian citizens affiliated with a First Nation on Turtle Island, permanent residents, or individuals with permanent residency applications in process.

• Must have lived in New Brunswick for at least one year.
  Ineligible: First Nations governing bodies, school-based projects, projects for academic credit, or activities already funded by another artsnb program.

Project Requirements

• Projects must begin at least one day after the submission date.

• Collaborative projects must include required documentation as outlined in the guidelines.

• Larger projects may be divided into distinct phases with non-overlapping expenses.

How to Apply / Required Materials

1. Project Description: Outline project objectives, execution plan, and impact on artistic practice.

2. Budget: Balanced budget detailing grant coverage and additional funding sources.

3. CV: Demonstrating professional artistic experience.

4. Work Samples: Relevant examples of past work.

5. Collaborator Documentation: For collaborative projects.

6. Optional Materials: Extended budget, critical reviews, recommendation letters.

Selection Process

• Peer-reviewed by a jury of professional artists.

• Applications evaluated on artistic merit, project feasibility, impact, and alignment with program objectives.

• Notifications issued within three months of the deadline.

• Grants paid in full unless a reduced amount is required; installment payments may be arranged for recipients receiving fixed income benefits.

Post-Funding Requirements

• Credit artsnb in all project publicity.

• Submit a Final Report upon project completion.

• Keep documentation and receipts until Final Report approval.

• Overdue Final Reports make applicants ineligible for future funding until resolved.

Tips for Applicants

• Ensure previous Final Reports are completed.

• Clearly define the project scope, phases, and intended outcomes.

• Provide detailed budgets and supporting documentation.

• Highlight artistic impact, community engagement, and professional development aspects.

FAQ

1. What is the maximum Equinox grant?
Up to $10,000 per applicant per fiscal year.

2. Can collaborative projects apply?
Yes, with required collaborator documentation and clear creative control.

3. Who is eligible to apply?
Indigenous professional artists, curators, or collectives living in New Brunswick for at least one year.

4. Can First Nations governing bodies apply?
No, only individual artists, curators, and collectives are eligible.

5. What expenses are covered?
Artist fees, materials, services, transportation, travel, accommodation, and limited equipment.

6. Are school-based projects eligible?
No, projects in primary or secondary schools are not eligible.

7. What happens if a Final Report is overdue?
Applicants are ineligible for future artsnb funding until overdue reports are submitted.

Conclusion

The Equinox Grant Program empowers Indigenous artists in New Brunswick to create, develop, and connect through professional arts practice. By funding research, new work, and community-building initiatives, the program strengthens artistic capacity, fosters collaboration, and celebrates Indigenous culture while ensuring accountability and sustainability.

For more information, visit artsnb.