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Fine Craft Industry Development Program
Craft sector development in New Brunswick
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Funding available
$ 2,000 - $ 6,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Who can apply
Craft sector entrepreneurs with a principal residence in New Brunswick for at least 12 consecutive months before the application date.
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Overview
The Programme de développement de l’industrie des métiers d’art supports craft sector entrepreneurs in New Brunswick with $2,000 to $4,000 for professional development and $6,000 for market development. It helps finance virtual or in-person workshops, mentorship with a recognized artisan, and market-building initiatives such as product catalogs, banners, websites, and other digital tools.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Virtual or in-person workshops and professional development activities
- Mentorship by a recognized artisan in a related discipline
- Participation in in-person and virtual industry events
- Strategic wholesale opportunities in new national and international markets
- Initiatives to identify new strategic markets and prepare access to them, including product catalogs, banners, publication ads, websites, and other digital initiatives
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Craft sector entrepreneurs with a principal residence in New Brunswick for at least 12 consecutive months before the application date.
Eligible expenses
- Professional development opportunities
- Participation in in-person and virtual industry events
- Brand promotion and market preparation
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Selection criteria
- General and contextual information about the organization
- The nature and quality of the work described in the application
- Potential impacts
How to apply
- Consult the guidelines on the Arts Culture NB Grants Portal for important information on the program criteria.
- Visit subventions.artsculturenb.ca and click Inscrivez-vous ici.
- Select the appropriate registration option.
- Complete the form and click Submit.
- Use the notification email to create or reset your password.
- Create your password and click Submit to activate your account.
Processing and Agreement
- After submission, you receive a confirmation email and can view your submitted application in the En cours d’évaluation section of the portal dashboard.
Additional information
- Consult the Status of the Artist publication for the definition of a professional artist.
- For remuneration, consult the most appropriate recommended minimum fees listed in a fee schedule maintained by an association in the Registry of Accreditations.
- If no remuneration scale is available, a justification is still encouraged.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Fine Craft Industry Development Program Program
What is the Fine Craft Industry Development Program?
The Programme de développement de l’industrie des métiers d’art supports craft sector entrepreneurs in New Brunswick with $2,000 to $4,000 for professional development and $6,000 for market development. It helps finance virtual or in-person workshops, mentorship with a recognized artisan, and market-building initiatives such as product catalogs, banners, websites, and other digital tools.
How much funding can be received?
Fine Craft Industry Development Program Funds up to $6,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Fine Craft Industry Development Program program?
To be eligible for the Fine Craft Industry Development Program program, you must:
Craft sector entrepreneurs with a principal residence in New Brunswick for at least 12 consecutive months before the application date.
Applicants must actively manage their professional path.
Applicants must be able to complete the proposed activities and achieve the desired results.
What expenses are eligible under Fine Craft Industry Development Program?
Virtual or in-person workshops and professional development activities
Mentorship by a recognized artisan in a related discipline
Participation in in-person and virtual industry events
Strategic wholesale opportunities in new national and international markets
Initiatives to identify new strategic markets and prepare access to them, including product catalogs, banners, publication ads, websites, and other digital initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the Fine Craft Industry Development Program?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at culture@gnb.ca or by phone at 506-453-2555.
Where is the Fine Craft Industry Development Program available?
The Fine Craft Industry Development Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Fine Craft Industry Development Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Fine Craft Industry Development Program is a Grant and Funding