Professional opportunities and grants for artists

Opportunities and grants for artists, like public art projects, initiatives in schools, fine craft development and funding programs. 

Professional opportunities

  • Public art calls and projects

    Submit proposals to design, create and install public artwork at new or renovated government buildings in the province.

  • Artists in schools

    Provides eligible anglophone schools and artists with funding for projects that respond to curricular outcomes through the arts.

  • Fine craft industry development

    An initiative that boosts the growth of the fine craft industry by helping artists and industry professionals with the costs of professional development opportunities.

  • Acquisition program

    The collectionArtNB program purchases artwork by contemporary New Brunswick artists.

Grants for artists

Music Industry Development (MID)

Since June 1, 2017, Music - Musique NB has been responsible for delivering the Music Industry Development program (MID) on behalf of the government. Therefore, all requests for grants related to the Sound Recording, Market Access and Emerging Artist components should be directed to Music - Musique NB. 

Read the MID Investment program guidelines for 2024-2025

Get help

For additional inquiries, access Music - Musique NB, email [email protected] or call 506-377-5007, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb)

The New Brunswick Arts Board manages public funds and engages with a network of partners to support a diverse, thriving and sustainable arts ecosystem across New Brunswick. Artsnb encourages and celebrates the work of New Brunswick artists in a broad range of disciplines and empowers them to share their work throughout the province and beyond. 

  • Grants and financial support

    Explore the full list of grants and financial support available for the arts, cultural centers, film, heritage, museums, writing industries and more.

Get help

For additional inquiries, access ArtsNB or email [email protected].

Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Phone : 506-453-3115
Email: [email protected]