The Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund offers a series of Memorial Education Bursaries established in honour of individuals who made meaningful contributions to the arts and creative communities.

Each bursary supports educational learning, skill development, or mentorship opportunities in the creative and performing arts. These bursaries are awarded through transparent, merit-based processes and are intended to increase access to arts education and learning.

The Bursary advances education in the visual arts by supporting learning, skill development, and creative study in photography for emerging practitioners.

The bursary provides restricted educational funding to support participation in structured learning and training activities related to photographic 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 for costs directly related to education and learning, including:

Educational photography projects undertaken as part of a defined learning objective

Mentorships that provide instructional guidance and skill development

Workshops, labs, or intensive training programs

Artist residencies that include documented educational outcomes

Educational memberships or learning-based program fees

Instructional and educational materials

Equipment purchases required for educational or training purposes

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

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

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.

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This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund, with support from Jeremy Brubacher and Brigitte Noel.

The Bursary advances education in the literary arts by supporting learning, skill development, and creative study for writers and poets.

The bursary provides restricted educational funding to support participation in structured learning and training activities related to writing and poetry. 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 for costs directly related to education and learning, including:

Mentorships that provide instructional guidance and skill development

Workshops, labs, or intensive training programs

Artist residencies that include documented educational outcomes

Educational memberships or learning-based program fees

Educational materials related to writing and literary practice

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

One unpublished work (poetry, song, or short story) for assessment purposes

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.

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This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund, with support from Donovan Richard, Danny Thebeau, and Matt Rogers.

The Bursary advances education in film and media arts by supporting learning and skill development in post-production and film distribution for emerging filmmakers in New Brunswick.

The bursary provides restricted educational funding to support instructional and learning activities related to post-production processes and distribution knowledge, including editing, sound, picture finishing, and audience-facing presentation as part of a structured learning process. Funds 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:

Post-production activities undertaken as part of a defined learning objective

Instructional collaboration with qualified post-production specialists

Educational preparation for distribution, including learning about festival and audience engagement processes

All supported activities must demonstrate clear educational outcomes and are subject to organizational oversight.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

A draft film cut (MOV or MP4) for assessment purposes

Filmmaker biography

A written description outlining the educational purpose of the proposed post-production or distribution activities and the specific learning objectives

Background information on the New Brunswick post-production specialist involved, including a letter confirming their instructional role

A learning-focused distribution plan outlining educational goals related to audience development or festival participation (if applying for distribution-related support)

Applications are assessed using transparent, merit-based criteria 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 TIFF Film Circuit Saint John and SOUNDBUD.

(Singer-Songwriters & Composers)

This Bursary advances education in music by providing restricted educational funding to support learning, training, and skill development for singer-songwriters and music composers 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

Learning-based artist residencies

Educational memberships or program fees

Educational materials and learning resources

Studio work 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

Two music compositions 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

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This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund.

Advances education in film and media arts by supporting learning, training, and skill development for emerging Black and racialized filmmakers in New Brunswick.

The bursary provides restricted educational support to assist participants in developing filmmaking knowledge, skills, and creative practice through structured learning activities. All support is provided for educational purposes only and is not offered as unrestricted income or prizes.

Educational Support Provided

Educational support associated with this bursary may include:

A restricted educational bursary of $1,000 to support learning or training activities

In-kind access to equipment for educational use

Educational membership support to enable participation in learning-based programming

Instructional screenplay development and workshop support with a professional screenwriter

All components are delivered as part of a supervised educational framework with defined learning objectives.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

Director’s vision statement outlining educational and creative objectives

A short formatted script, treatment, or project description (5–7 minutes) for assessment purposes

A proposed budget outlining educational use of funds

Project timeline

A learning-focused project plan outlining intended educational outcomes

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.

Advances education in film and media arts by providing restricted educational support for emerging filmmakers in New Brunswick.

The bursary supports learning, training, and skill development through supervised, education-focused activities and is not provided as unrestricted income or a prize.

Educational Support Provided

Educational support associated with this bursary may include:

A restricted educational bursary of up to $1,000 to support learning or training activities

In-kind access to equipment for educational use

Educational membership support to enable participation in learning-based programming

Instructional screenplay development and workshop support with a professional screenwriter

All components are delivered within a structured educational framework with defined learning objectives and organizational oversight.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Artist biography

Director’s vision outlining educational and creative objectives

A short formatted script, treatment, or project description (5–7 minutes) for assessment purposes

A proposed budget outlining educational use of funds

Project timeline

A learning-focused project plan outlining intended educational outcomes

Submit

This program is funded by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund, with support from the LeBlanc Family and generous donors, and in-kind educational support from the New Brunswick Filmmakers’ Co‑operative.

The JL Jon Collicott Film Education Bursary supports emerging filmmakers in New Brunswick who are members in good standing of the NB Film Co-op and who are pursuing learning and skill development in film.

This bursary is intended to assist with educational and professional learning activities related to filmmaking, such as training, mentorship, workshops, courses, or other structured learning opportunities that contribute to the recipient’s development as a filmmaker.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

Be an emerging filmmaker based in New Brunswick

Demonstrate a commitment to learning and skill development in film

Identify educational goals or challenges related to their filmmaking practice

How to Apply

Applicants are asked to submit:

A half-page letter outlining their learning objectives, educational goals, and any challenges related to accessing film education or training

Submissions should be emailed to catmaryleblanc@gmail.com with the subject line:
“JL Jon Collicott Film Education Bursary”

Selection Process

Recipients are selected through a merit-based review process administered by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund. Selection is based on educational merit, clarity of learning objectives, and alignment with the bursary’s educational purpose.

In Memoriam

The JL Jon Collicott Film Education Bursary was established to honour Jon Collicott’s contribution to film and to support learning and growth within the New Brunswick film community.

Contributions to support this annual bursary may be made to the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund.

The JL Jim Lavoie Film Education Bursary supports individuals, groups, or organizations in New Brunswick who have demonstrated a meaningful contribution to film and video through professional practice and who seek further learning, knowledge-sharing, or educational engagement in the field.

The bursary recognizes contributions that strengthen the film and media arts community and encourage continued learning, mentorship, or public education related to film and video practice.

Eligibility

Individuals, groups, or organizations based in New Brunswick

Demonstrated contribution to film and video in a professional or educational capacity

Nomination Process
A half-page nomination letter outlining the nominee’s contributions and educational impact to be submitted annually. Nominations should include:

A brief biography of the nominee

A casual headshot (if applicable)

A brief biography of the nominator

Nominations may be emailed to:
catmaryleblanc@gmail.com
Subject line: JL Jim Lavoie Film Education Bursary

In Memoriam

The JL Jim Lavoie Film Education Bursary was established to honour Jim Lavoie’s contribution to film and to support learning and growth within the New Brunswick film community.

Contributions to support this annual bursary may be made to the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund.

The JL Pamela Segger WIFT-AT Film Education Bursary recognizes a woman or gender-diverse person working in film in New Brunswick who has made a meaningful contribution to the film community through mentorship, leadership, and community building.

The bursary supports continued learning, professional development, or educational activities related to film practice, mentorship, or community-based knowledge sharing.

Eligibility

Open to women and gender-diverse individuals working in film in New Brunswick

Nominees should demonstrate a sustained commitment to mentorship, education, or community engagement within the film sector

Nomination Process

A half-page nomination letter outlining the nominee’s contributions and educational impact to be submitted annually. Nominations should include:

A brief biography of the nominee

A casual headshot (if applicable)

A brief biography of the nominator

Nominations may be emailed to catmaryleblanc@gmail.com with the subject line:

“JL Pamela Segger WIFT-AT Film Education Bursary”

In Memoriam

The JL Pamela Segger WIFT-AT Film Education Bursary is intended to support educational or professional learning activities related to film practice, mentorship, or community engagement.

Contributions to support this annual bursary may be made to the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund.

The Isaac Memorial Creative Youth Education Bursary supports children and youth between the ages of 8 and 17 who are engaged in learning or skill development in any creative discipline.

This bursary is intended to encourage creative learning, exploration, and educational growth among young people.

The bursary is awarded annually by the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund.

Contributions in Isaac’s memory to support this bursary may be made to the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund.