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Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program
Support for international creative residencies
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $10,000 for professional New Brunswick visual artists to pursue an international creative residency. It supports travel, accommodation, living costs, and materials directly related to the residency project.
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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
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- International creative residency for visual artists
- Skill development in a new cultural environment
- Artistic exchange and collaboration with an international host organization
- Creation of new work and advanced training
Documents Needed
- Completed application cover pages
- Host organization agreement letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Support materials or recommendation letters
- Project budget and image list
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Professional visual artists
- Canadian citizens
- Artists resident in New Brunswick
Who is not eligible
- Artists who are not professional visual artists
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens
- Applicants who have not lived in New Brunswick for 3 years
- Artists applying without host organization acceptance
Eligible expenses
- Transportation costs
- Accommodation and living expenses
- Materials and transport of project materials
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications sent by fax or email
- Late or incomplete applications
- Concurrent SHMF scholarships, bursaries, or fellowships
- Professional artist fees for reproduction rights
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
- Host organization must be outside Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a jury of professional artists
- Only one residency is awarded each year
- Successful applicants must comply with host-jurisdiction laws and travel measures
- A residency report is required within 3 months of completion
Additional information
- Only one residency is funded per year.
- Professional artists may receive the residency funding once in a lifetime.
- The artist must acknowledge SHMF in all publicity related to the project.
- Successful applicants must provide a residency report within 3 months after completion.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program. 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 Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program?
This program provides up to $10,000 for professional New Brunswick visual artists to pursue an international creative residency. It supports travel, accommodation, living costs, and materials directly related to the residency project.
How much funding can be received?
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program program?
To be eligible for the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program program, you must:
Professional visual artist
Canadian citizen in New Brunswick
Host acceptance required
What expenses are eligible under Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program?
International creative residency for visual artists
Skill development in a new cultural environment
Artistic exchange and collaboration with an international host organization
Creation of new work and advanced training
Who can I contact for more information about the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program?
You can contact Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF) by email at shmf@sheilahughmackay.ca or by phone at 506.693.5647.
Where is the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program available?
The Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program is a Grant and Funding