The Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation is now accepting applications for the Fred Ross Scholarship and the Sheila Mackay Advanced Studies Scholarship. The Sheila Mackay Advanced Studies Scholarship is available annually to New Brunswick residents entering a recognized graduate or doctoral program in either studio based work or in academic studies in Art History, Art Education[…]

The Board of Directors is delighted to announce the creation of the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Cultural Connector Award at the Université de Moncton. This $2000 prize will recognise a student who has made a meritorious contribution to the cultural community through leadership in such areas as creation, programming, curation, critical discourse, exhibition, performance, appreciation[…]

The Board of Directors of the SHMF invites nominations for the 2025 Strathbutler Award. The $25,000 Strathbutler Award is a recognition of an individual New Brunswick visual artist’s accomplishments and impact. It is one of Canada’s most lucrative and prestigious visual arts awards, and is given biennially upon the recommendation of a qualified independent jury.[…]

SHMF is currently accepting applications for 2025 scholarships.  Applications for the renewable $10,000 Fred Ross Scholarship and the $5000 Sheila Mackay Advanced Studies Scholarship are available on our How to Apply page. These scholarships are part of SHMF’s contribution to the professional development of New Brunswick artists. Applications for the SHMF International Residency are also[…]

Each year, with the goal of investing in the long-term sustainability of visual arts organizations and collectives, SHMF considers grant applications for impactful, timely initiatives that advance opportunities in exhibition, creation, education and art appreciation. The Sheila grants are competitive. The most compelling proposals, adjudicated by independent jury panels, will be selected for 2025 investment[…]

In offering condolences to the family of Tom Forrestall, the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation acknowledges the enduring impact of his life and work. Tom has given us a mirror into ourselves. The power of his work and the example of his life will continue to inspire generations.

The Board of Directors is pleased to announce a $20,000 contribution to the Old Bathurst Post Office Preservation Project.  This project seeks to a preserve the iconic, historic Old Bathurst Post Office building and transform it into a vibrant Arts and Culture Centre.  SHMF salutes the vision and fund-raising efforts of the dynamic team of[…]

The $10,000 Sheila Hugh Mackay International Creative Residency is an initiative aimed at the advancement of the careers of professional New Brunswick visual artists.  Professional New Brunswick visual artists are eligible for the SHMF International Creative Residency funding once in a lifetime. SHMF funds one residency per year based on the recommendation of an independent[…]