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Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship
Scholarship support for emerging Nova Scotia artists
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Nova Scotia
Overview
This scholarship provides funding for emerging artists in Nova Scotia. It supports post-secondary studies, private studies, mentorships, and other artistic skill development, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Higher Education
- Other Education
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Artists / creatives
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary arts studies
- Private study with one teacher
- Mentorships with established artists
- Summer classes and arts festival study opportunities
- Artist residencies
Documents Needed
- Artistic resume
- Artist statement
- Support material for your discipline
- Index of support material
- Program acceptance, course outline, or mentor information if available
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Emerging artists in music, film, dance, theatre, design, circus arts, performing arts, literary arts, and visual arts
- Applicants studying at a post-secondary institution or with a private teacher
- Applicants pursuing mentorships, summer arts study, or artist residencies
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who file income tax outside Nova Scotia
- Artists already established in professional careers outside the arts
- Artists who have already established a career in one discipline and are moving to another
- Applicants seeking art teacher training
- Applicants seeking creative arts therapy training
Eligible expenses
- Study-related costs for artistic training
- Mentor honorarium
- Living expenses related to mentorships
- Equipment and supplies for artistic study
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Art teacher training programs
- Creative arts therapy training programs
- Applications from students who file income tax outside Nova Scotia
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Scholarship Selection Committee twice per year.
- Applications are checked for completeness and working links before assessment.
- Applicants receive an email with results approximately 6 weeks after the deadline.
- Selection Committee decisions are final.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed twice per year.
- Applicants are notified by email about the results.
- All Scholarship Selection Committee decisions are final.
- Submissions and support materials become the property of NSTT.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nova Scotia Talent Trust 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 Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship?
This scholarship provides funding for emerging artists in Nova Scotia. It supports post-secondary studies, private studies, mentorships, and other artistic skill development, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
How much funding can be received?
Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship program, you must:
Emerging or pre-professional artist
Nova Scotia residency and tax filing
Serious potential in chosen discipline
What expenses are eligible under Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship?
Post-secondary arts studies
Private study with one teacher
Mentorships with established artists
Summer classes and arts festival study opportunities
Artist residencies
Who can I contact for more information about the Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship?
You can contact Nova Scotia Talent Trust (NSTT) by email at scholarship@nstalenttrust.ns.ca or by phone at 902-492-6801.
Where is the Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship available?
The Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship is a Grant and Funding