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 will be eligible for SHMF International Creative Residency funding once in a lifetime. Completed submissions for 2023 International Creative Residency (including all supporting material) must be[…]

The 2023 nomination period for the Strathbutler Award is closed.  SHMF is grateful to the nomination of visual artists from across the province.  These nominations are a testament to the rich artistic culture in New Brunswick. Announcements of the 2023 recipient will be made in September 2023.

Bonny Hill, artist, educator, community builder and art consultant, has been chosen to receive the unique Margaret Woodson Nea Mentorship bursary. Throughout her career, Ms. Hill has poured her creativity into education and community development while maintaining an active art practice. Upon retirement from Sussex Regional High School, Ms. Hill has delved deeply into installation[…]

Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation “Investing in New Brunswick visual artists”   Reminder: Upcoming 2023 application deadlines Sheila Grants –  February 10th Fred Ross Scholarship  –  March 1st SHMF Advanced Studies Scholarship –  March 1st Strathbutler Award  –  March 15th

SHMF is currently accepting applications for 2023 scholarships.  Applications for the renewable $8000 Fred Ross Scholarship and the $5000 Sheila Mackay Advanced Studies Scholarship are available on our How to Apply page.

Third year visual arts student at the University of Moncton,  Catherine Dégarris-Delange was delighted to receive the SHMF Merit Bursary. This $2000 bursary for a student in either the second or third year of visual art studies is given on the recommendation of the faculty of the University of Moncton.  Ms. Dégarris-Delange was selected  for[…]

Since 2012, Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation has contributed 500,000 in annual facilitation grants to arts organizations and collectives serving New Brunswick visual artists.   Based on a 2022 strategic review, the Board of Directors remains dedicated to supporting impactful, timely initiatives that advance opportunities in exhibition, education and art appreciation.  In 2023, SHMF invites grant requests[…]

Artist, arts advocate and SHMF Board Director, Ann Manuel was one of four honorees at the Sunbury Shores Arts and Nature Centre Awards Gala on Saturday, December 10th. Sunbury Shores, Board Chair, Catherine  Hamilton kicked off the gala Awards ceremony noting that  “ At long last, pandemic protocols allow us to gather and celebrate four[…]