Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 13, 2026
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
A four-year renewable scholarship supporting graduating New Brunswick students in visual art or fine craft. It offers up to $10,000 and supports post-secondary studies at a recognized institution.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 13, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary studies in visual art
- Post-secondary studies in fine craft
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Artist statement
- Curriculum vitae
- Letter of reference
- Numbered image list
- Visual portfolio on disc or USB key
- Recent headshot or digital portrait
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Graduating New Brunswick high school students
- Students entering visual arts programs
- Students entering fine craft programs
Who is not eligible
- Students not in their final year of New Brunswick high school
- Applicants not entering post-secondary visual art or fine craft studies
- Applicants not accepted by a recognized institution
Eligible expenses
- Scholarship payment to the recipient’s chosen institution
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a jury of experienced arts professionals.
- Award decisions are made on a competitive basis.
- Receipt of applications is confirmed by email.
- Submitted materials are destroyed after adjudication.
Additional information
- Applications may be submitted in English or French.
- Receipt of applications is acknowledged by email.
- Submitted materials are destroyed after adjudication.
- Submission implies permission to publish parts of the application for promotion and award announcements.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fred Ross Scholarship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Fred Ross Scholarship. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Fred Ross Scholarship?
A four-year renewable scholarship supporting graduating New Brunswick students in visual art or fine craft. It offers up to $10,000 and supports post-secondary studies at a recognized institution.
How much funding can be received?
Fred Ross Scholarship Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Fred Ross Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Fred Ross Scholarship program, you must:
Final-year New Brunswick high school student
Entering visual art or fine craft studies
Accepted by a recognized institution
What expenses are eligible under Fred Ross Scholarship?
Post-secondary studies in visual art
Post-secondary studies in fine craft
Who can I contact for more information about the Fred Ross Scholarship?
You can contact Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF) by email at shmf@sheilahughmackay.ca or by phone at 506.693.5647.
Where is the Fred Ross Scholarship available?
The Fred Ross Scholarship program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Fred Ross Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Fred Ross Scholarship is a Grant and Funding