This Bursary advances education in film and literary arts by supporting learning and skill development for emerging screenwriters in short-form screenwriting.

The bursary provides restricted educational funding to support participation in structured learning activities related to screenwriting practice. Funds must be used solely for educational purposes and are not provided as unrestricted income, prizes, or personal compensation.

Eligible Educational Uses of Funds

Bursary funds may be used only for costs directly related to education and learning, including:

Mentorships that provide instructional guidance and skill development

Travel required to participate in educational film festivals, training programs, or learning-based industry events

Workshops, labs, or intensive training programs

Purchase of educational or instructional materials

Project-related costs undertaken as part of a defined learning objective

Equipment purchases required for educational or training purposes

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

A written statement outlining the educational purpose of the proposed activity, anticipated learning outcomes, and a detailed budget

A letter from a mentor confirming their instructional involvement, if applying for mentorship-related support

One short-form screenplay (up to 15 minutes in length) for assessment purposes

Applications are assessed using transparent, merit-based criteria and are subject to organizational oversight to ensure alignment with the organization’s charitable purposes.

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This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund, with support from the New Brunswick Filmmakers’ Co-operative and the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick.

This Bursary advances education in film and media arts by supporting learning, training, and skill development for emerging writers, directors & actors in New Brunswick. Two Bursaries are given out annually

The bursary provides restricted educational funding to support participation in structured learning activities related to film and video practice. Funds must be used solely for educational purposes and are not provided as unrestricted income, prizes, or personal compensation.

Eligible Educational Uses of Funds

Bursary funds may be used only for costs directly related to education and learning, including:

Mentorships that provide instructional guidance and skill development

Travel required to participate in educational film festivals, training programs, or learning-based industry events

Workshops, labs, or intensive training programs

Purchase of educational or instructional materials

Project-related costs undertaken as part of a defined learning objective

Equipment purchases required for educational or training purposes

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

A written statement outlining the educational purpose of the proposed activity, anticipated learning outcomes, and a detailed budget

A letter from a mentor confirming their instructional involvement, if applying for mentorship-related support

Applications are assessed using transparent, merit-based criteria and are subject to organizational oversight to ensure alignment with the organization’s charitable purposes.

Submit

This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund with support from Connexions Productions.

JL NB Film Education Bursary 

This Bursary advances education in film and media arts by supporting learning, training, and skill development for emerging writer/directors in Newfoundland & Labrador. Two $1000 Bursaries are given out annually.

The bursary provides restricted educational funding to support participation in structured learning activities related to film and video practice. Funds must be used solely for educational purposes and are not provided as unrestricted income, prizes, or personal compensation.

Eligible Educational Uses of Funds

Bursary funds may be used only for costs directly related to education and learning, including:

Mentorships that provide instructional guidance and skill development

Travel required to participate in educational film festivals, training programs, or learning-based industry events

Workshops, labs, or intensive training programs

Purchase of educational or instructional materials

Project-related costs undertaken as part of a defined learning objective

Equipment purchases required for educational or training purposes

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

A written statement outlining the educational purpose of the proposed activity, anticipated learning outcomes, and a detailed budget

A letter from a mentor confirming their instructional involvement, if applying for mentorship-related support

Applications are assessed using transparent, merit-based criteria and are subject to organizational oversight to ensure alignment with the organization’s charitable purposes.

Submit

This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund with support from Picture NL, and NIFCO.

This Bursary advances education in the crafts by providing restricted educational funding to support learning, skill development, and creative study in craft practices.

Delivered in partnership with Craft NB, the bursary is open to emerging members in good standing of Craft NB and supports educational activities related to craft production and technique.

Eligible Educational Uses of Funds

Bursary funds may be used only for costs directly related to education and learning, including:

Equipment, supplies, or materials required for educational or training purposes

Project costs undertaken as part of a defined learning objective

Funds are not provided as unrestricted income or prizes.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

Samples of production work (up to four) for assessment purposes

A written statement outlining the educational purpose of the proposed activity and a budget

Recipients are selected through a merit-based assessment process administered by Craft NB.

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This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund, with support from Craft NB.

(Dance Artists & Choreographers)

This Bursary advances education in dance by providing restricted educational funding to support learning, training, and skill development for emerging dance artists and choreographers in New Brunswick.

Eligible Educational Uses of Funds

Bursary funds may be used only for costs directly related to education and learning, including:

Mentorships that provide instructional guidance

Workshops, intensives, or technique-based training programs

Learning-based dance residencies

Educational program fees or memberships

Instructional materials and learning resources

Studio or rehearsal space undertaken as part of a defined learning objective

Project work and equipment purchases required for educational or training purposes

Funds are not provided as unrestricted income or prizes.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

Video documentation of two dance works or excerpts for assessment purposes

A written statement outlining educational objectives, intended learning outcomes, and a budget

A letter from a mentor confirming instructional involvement, if applying for mentorship-related support

Submit

This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund.

(Drawing & Painting)

This Bursary advances education in the visual arts by providing restricted educational funding to support learning, training, and skill development in drawing and painting for emerging visual artists in New Brunswick.

Eligible Educational Uses of Funds

Bursary funds may be used only for costs directly related to education and learning, including:

Mentorships that provide instructional guidance

Workshops, labs, or intensive training programs

Purchase of educational or instructional materials

Project-related costs undertaken as part of a defined learning objective

Funds are not provided as unrestricted income or prizes.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

Samples of work (up to five) for assessment purposes

A written statement outlining educational objectives, intended learning outcomes, and a budget

A letter from a mentor confirming instructional involvement, if applying for mentorship-related support

Submit

This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund with support from Ann Manuel