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.
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RELEASE: Equinor ArtsSmarts Scholarship returns for a twelfth year
May 11, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Equinor ArtsSmarts Scholarship returns for a twelfth year May 11, 2026 (St. John’s, NL) – Equinor Canada has renewed its partnership with ArtsNL in support of the ArtsSmarts Scholarship for a twelfth year. The $2,500 scholarship was established as part of Equinor’s ongoing commitment to arts and culture development in the province. … Continued
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RELEASE: Spring/Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Winter 2026 Creation Grants announced
May 6, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Spring/Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Winter 2026 Creation Grants announced May 6, 2026 (St. John’s, NL) – ArtsNL has invested $188,671 to support 17 Indigenous-led artistic projects through the Creation Grant Program. In Spring/Summer 2025, $60,233 was awarded to six projects, with a further $61,188 distributed to six projects in Fall 2025. … Continued
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RELEASE: ArtsNL and Equinor Announce 2024 & 2025 ArtsSmarts Scholarship Recipients; ArtsNL Unveils One-Time 45th Anniversary Scholarship
May 8, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ArtsNL and Equinor Announce 2024 & 2025 ArtsSmarts Scholarship Recipients; ArtsNL Unveils One-Time 45th Anniversary Scholarship May 8, 2026 (St. John’s, NL) – ArtsNL and Equinor Canada are proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 and 2025 Equinor ArtsSmarts Scholarships, as well as ArtsNL’s one-time 45th Anniversary Scholarship. Each scholarship provides … Continued
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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.
