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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: Angela Antle named 2025 BMO Winterset Award recipient
April 9, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Angela Antle named 2025 BMO Winterset Award recipient April 9, 2026 (St. John’s, NL) – Angela Antle is the recipient of the 2025 BMO Winterset Award for her book, The Saltbox Olive. The award, which celebrates excellence in Newfoundland and Labrador writing, was presented today at a ceremony at Government House in … Continued
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RELEASE: Finalists announced for 2025 BMO Winterset Award
March 13, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Finalists announced for 2025 BMO Winterset Award March 13, 2026 (St. John’s, NL) – ArtsNL is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2025 BMO Winterset Award, celebrating excellence in Newfoundland and Labrador writing. Readings by the finalists will take place at The Rooms on Wednesday, April 8, at 7:00 p.m. The recipient … Continued
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RELEASE: Longlist announced for 2025 BMO Winterset Award
March 6, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Longlist announced for 2025 BMO Winterset Award March 6, 2026 (St. John’s, NL) – ArtsNL is pleased to announce the 2025 BMO Winterset Award longlist. This award celebrates excellence in Newfoundland and Labrador writing. The six-title longlist includes: Angela Antle, The Saltbox Olive (Breakwater Books), NL Leahdawn Helena, Stolen Sisters (Breakwater Books), … 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.
