The New Brunswick Arts Board is an arm’s length arts funding agency with a legislated mandate to facilitate and promote the creation of art as well as administering funding programs for professional artists in the province.
Fredericton, December 3, 2024 – During its Annual Meeting held in Fredericton, the New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) elected Darren McLeod (Saint John) as its new Chair. He succeeds Domenic Bro, who served in this role during the previous year. Jason Guerrette (Edmundston) becomes artsnb’s 1st Vice-Chair, Phyllis Grant (Oinpegitjoig First Nation), 2nd Vice-chair, and
Written by Mélanie Paulin As a child growing up in the 80s and 90s, I was always drawn to working with my hands. From latch hook and friendship bracelets to weaving, cross-stitching, and painting ceramic figurines, I eagerly explored any craft I could find during regular visits to Lewiscraft—Canada’s go-to craft store before Walmart or
Fredericton, November 12, 2024 – The New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) was delighted to hold the gala to celebrate the laureates of the 2024 Lieutenant Governor’s Awards for High Achievement in the Arts. The much-anticipated biennial event was hosted by Her Honour Brenda Murphy, Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick, at Government House, in Fredericton. During
Fredericton, September 25, 2024 – The New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) is proud to announce the laureates of the 2024 Lieutenant Governor’s Awards for High Achievement in the Arts. The 2024 laureates are Phil Comeau, Valerie Sherrard, Marshall Button, and Tara Francis. On November 8, 2024, alongside the Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick and presenting
Having questions about the next deadlines coming up? take advantage of artsnb’s online Speed-Consulting sessions! Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, from 2-4pm, you can ask any questions you may have about our programs without the need to book an appointment with a Program Officer. Drop by artsnb video-chat room on Zoom and
Interested in making a difference and learning more about the Arts and Culture sector in New Brunswick? Join our team! 2 employment opportunities are currently offered at artsnb. We are hiring: DEADLINE to apply: September 20, 2024
Fredericton, August 7, 2024 – The New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) is pleased to announce new maximum amounts for its grant funding programs. A fruitful collaboration with the Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture has resulted in a $1.5 million increase to artsnbprograms through the Arts Development Trust Fund, as announced in the most recent
Fredericton, July 23, 2024 – The New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) is delighted to present UNI Coopération financière as the presenting sponsor of the 2024 Lieutenant-governor’s Awards for High Achievement in the Arts. UNI Coopération financière’s 2-year commitment will support artsnb’s goal to celebrate the outstanding contribution of New Brunswick artists through the Lieutenant Governor’s
We need to hear from you! artsnb has prepared a survey that invites feedback from artists in New Brunswick on proposed changes to the Creation grant program. Please share in your networks! The deadline to fill out the survey is July 31, 2024. Fill out the survey HERE.
Written by Labib Palis and Natalia Bohorquez Concert Time Collective started in 2021 with three newcomer classical musicians from different places who met in Miramichi and wanted to play music. Natalia Bohorquez (Colombia), Michael diBarry (USA), and Labib Palis (Colombia) started the Concert Time Collective initiative. During our first summer, we collaborated with the Chatham