Our Story
Spanning Nearly Half a Century
For more than 40 years, ArtsNL has played a vital role in fostering and promoting the creation and enjoyment of the arts for the benefit of all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. Since 1980, ArtsNL has invested millions in communities across Newfoundland and Labrador through grants to artists, arts groups, arts organizations, and schools. In 2021-2022, ArtsNL will invest $5 million.
Latest News

RELEASE: Long list announced for 38th Annual Arts Awards
May 16, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 16, 2023 (St. John’s, NL) – ArtsNL is pleased to announce the long list for the 38th Annual Arts Awards. Throughout the last three years, the … Continued
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RELEASE: Equinor ArtsSmarts Scholarship returns for a ninth year
April 6, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 6, 2023 (St. John’s, NL) – Equinor has renewed its partnership with ArtsNL in support of the ArtsSmarts Scholarship for a ninth year. The $2,500 scholarship was … Continued
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RELEASE: Shelly Kawaja wins the 2022 BMO Winterset Award
March 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 30, 2023 (St. John’s, NL) – Shelly Kawaja is the winner of the 2022 BMO Winterset Award for her novel, The Raw Light of Morning. The award, … Continued
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Access ArtsNL Programs
Eligibility criteria, program guidelines, and application requirements for ArtsNL programs can change without notice. Ensure you read and understand the eligibility criteria, program guidelines, and application requirements for this program before you submit your application.
Ensure all required documents listed in the online application process are uploaded with your application by or before the application deadline.
If you have questions regarding eligibility criteria, program guidelines, or application requirements please contact ArtsNL program staff.
