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Arts in communities
Funding for community arts projects in New Brunswick
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2024
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding for arts-based community projects and festivals in New Brunswick, up to 50% of total project costs. It supports initiatives that engage professional artists, involve the public, and strengthen the province’s cultural and creative economy.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Cultural mediation projects led by professional artists.
- Performances, performance series, and public events with audience engagement.
- Workshops or workshop series with a public presentation component.
- Talks, demonstrations, and artist panels for the public.
- Multi-day arts festivals and cultural gatherings.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- New arts and cultural organizations.
- Emerging arts and cultural organizations.
- Established arts and cultural organizations.
- Performing arts festivals.
- Arts and multi-disciplinary festivals and gatherings.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations and foundations.
- Organizations currently receiving Core Funding from the Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture.
- Organizations or festivals without an artistic or cultural mandate or without a professional arts component.
- One-day festivals.
- Schools, universities, hospitals, recreational or religious organizations, community arts groups without professional artists, community festivals, and private art schools.
Eligible expenses
- Artist fees for New Brunswick-based professional artists.
- Coordination costs, including salaries and administrative costs.
- Travel, accommodation, and other related expenses.
- Production and programming costs, including venue and equipment rental, costumes, sets, security, and insurance.
- Marketing costs such as design, media buys, programs, posters, and print or digital advertising.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Infrastructure expenses.
- Non-arts-related activities.
- Fundraising initiatives.
- Art exhibitions or workshops without active public engagement.
- Related events held outside the primary arts event.
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the program objectives.
- General and contextual information about the organization.
- Nature and quality of the proposed work.
- Potential impacts of the project.
How to apply
1
Preliminary Registration
- Create an account on the funding body's portal, if required.
- Provide essential organization details during registration.
2
Obtain and Review Guidelines
- Download the application guidelines from the official website of the Government of New Brunswick.
- Review detailed eligibility and application requirements.
3
Application Preparation
- Prepare a detailed proposal outlining your service project, objectives, and expected outcomes.
- Complete all sections of the application form as required.
- Gather all necessary supporting documents (e.g., financial statements, proof of eligibility).
4
Application Submission
- Log into the online portal to upload your completed application and all supporting documents.
- Ensure that all forms are completed and double-checked for accuracy.
- Submit the application by the specified deadline.
5
Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive an acknowledgment receipt confirming the successful submission of your application.
- Save the confirmation for your records.
- Await further communication regarding the status of your application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are evaluated against the program objectives and criteria.
- Review considers the organization’s background, the quality of the proposed work, and potential impacts.
- The department reserves the right to make the final interpretation of the program.
Additional information
- Only one funding application may be submitted per organization each year under this component.
- Recipients must acknowledge Arts Culture NB in promotional material for the project.
- A final report is required within 60 days after project completion or by the end of the fiscal year, whichever comes first.
- The department must be notified immediately of any change to the initial project or budget.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts in communities Program
What is the Arts in communities?
This program provides funding for arts-based community projects and festivals in New Brunswick, up to 50% of total project costs. It supports initiatives that engage professional artists, involve the public, and strengthen the province’s cultural and creative economy.
How much funding can be received?
Arts in communities Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Arts in communities program?
To be eligible for the Arts in communities program, you must:
Arts-focused project
Professional artist involved
Community involvement required
What expenses are eligible under Arts in communities?
Cultural mediation projects led by professional artists.
Performances, performance series, and public events with audience engagement.
Workshops or workshop series with a public presentation component.
Talks, demonstrations, and artist panels for the public.
Multi-day arts festivals and cultural gatherings.
Who can I contact for more information about the Arts in communities?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at culture@gnb.ca or by phone at 506-453-2555.
Where is the Arts in communities available?
The Arts in communities program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Arts in communities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts in communities is a Grant and Funding