Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program provides $2,000 merit bursaries to visual arts students at selected New Brunswick institutions. It supports second- and third-year students recognized for their accomplishments in visual arts programs.
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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 : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Merit-based support for visual arts studies.
- Annual recognition of student achievements in visual arts programs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Visual arts students at Mount Allison University.
- Visual arts students at the University of Moncton.
- Visual arts students at the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design.
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick, Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Each participating institution selects one deserving student annually.
- The award is granted in recognition of accomplishments within the program of study.
Additional information
- Students should consult their faculty advisors for full details.
- The NBCCD bursary was renamed the Brigitte Clavette Merit Award in 2022.
- The program began as a pilot project in 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions about the SHMF Merit Bursaries Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SHMF Merit Bursaries. 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 SHMF Merit Bursaries?
This program provides $2,000 merit bursaries to visual arts students at selected New Brunswick institutions. It supports second- and third-year students recognized for their accomplishments in visual arts programs.
How much funding can be received?
SHMF Merit Bursaries Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the SHMF Merit Bursaries program?
To be eligible for the SHMF Merit Bursaries program, you must:
Second- or third-year visual arts student.
Selected by a participating institution.
What expenses are eligible under SHMF Merit Bursaries?
Merit-based support for visual arts studies.
Annual recognition of student achievements in visual arts programs.
Who can I contact for more information about the SHMF Merit Bursaries?
You can contact Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF).
Where is the SHMF Merit Bursaries available?
The SHMF Merit Bursaries program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the SHMF Merit Bursaries a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SHMF Merit Bursaries is a Grant and Funding