NBCCD alumnus Ralph Simpson, whose sculptural plant-fibre work is rooted in the fields, forests, and wetlands of New Brunswick, has been named one of the “10 Top Artists to Watch from Collect 2026” by UK art consultancy Artelier.
Alumnus Ralph Simpson Named to Artelier’s “10 Artists to Watch” at Collect 2026
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Cuban-Canadian Artist Dee Hernandez Announces Debut Album Deshecha = Undone, Releases New Single “I Want to Fall in Love”
The vibrant Cuban jazz-funk anthem marks the final preview of Hernandez’s long-awaited debut, arriving September 25, 2026
NotaBle Acts Is Back in Fredericton — Here’s What’s Worth Seeing
NotaBle Acts is marking its 25th anniversary this year, and the back half of the festival is where things really pick up steam. If you haven’t made it out yet, here’s what’s still left to catch before the curtain comes down on August 1.
CATAPULT Arts Accelerator applications now open
CATAPULT Arts Accelerator applications for the Fall 2026 session are now open
CreatedHere Magazine Archive
CreatedHere was established to discover and document the stories of New Brunswick artists and give them the opportunity to present themselves regionally, nationally, and internationally through thought-provoking, critical writing.
Inside the AREA 506 Festival: Your Full Saint John Long Weekend Survival Guide
Every New Brunswick Day long weekend, the Saint John waterfront trades its usual quiet for shipping containers, string lights, and three days of the best music New Brunswick (and a few very welcome out-of-province guests) has to offer.
JUNO Award Nominees Secondhand Dreamcar Return with Uplifting New Single, “Take Your Mind Off It, Baby,” Announce Sophomore Album, Get Ready
Led by feel-good first single “Take Your Mind Off It, Baby,” the JUNO, Western Canadian Music Award, and Canadian Blues Music Award nominated nine-piece capture the electricity of their
celebrated live show on latest single ahead of sophomore album
Atlantic Canadian Latin Jazz Artist Dee Hernandez Turns Heartbreak Into Liberation on New Single “Used”
Fresh off her 2026 East Coast Music Award nomination for Global Recording of the Year, Dalhousie, NB based Cuban-Canadian singer-songwriter Dee Hernandez recently released her new single, “Used,” (June 5, 2026), performed a free show in Fredericton as part of the city’s official Canada Day celebration on July 1 2026, and has just announced a second local performance at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery as part of the Still Here Festival – a four day long event honouring Black heritage in New Brunswick.
Mentorship 2026-27 Applications are now open
Applications for both mentors and mentees are now open for the 2026-2027 mentorship program.
For A Sovereign AI in Canada: Culture At Its Core
In early June 2026, the federal government unveiled its National Artificial Intelligence Strategy – AI for All, with the stated ambition of addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in a rapidly evolving world.
Carte Blanche Acadie Call for Artist Submissions
All dance artists from the Atlantic provinces are invited to apply. Regardless of your language or background, this platform is designed for you, in a spirit of encounter and sharing where dance becomes the common language that unites us.
Writing About Your Work with Jericho Knopp
Join Jericho Knopp to learn best practices for writing artist statements, biographies, and other important assets for your creative career.
Town Hall for Artists Engaged in Social Practice
This open Town Hall event is for artists of all disciplines working at the intersection of community or advocacy and artistic creation.
Together With The Arts: Canada Council for the Arts 2026-2031 Strategic Plan
Over the past two years, the Canada Council has engaged extensively with the arts community to ensure its work remains responsive and impactful.
Arts In Every Riding: A Summer Advocacy Campaign
Arts and culture exist in every riding in Canada. Every community has artists, audiences, festivals, performances, exhibitions, cultural traditions, creative businesses, and spaces where people gather.
Mentorships 2026-27
New Brunswick artists achieve extraordinary success, despite facing challenges when pursuing an arts practice in an under-resourced area of the country.
NBCCD Ceramics Student Selected for Toronto Outdoor Art Fair
NBCCD Ceramics student Sheryl Martinez will showcase her work at the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair (TOAF), taking place July 10 to 12 at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto. One of Canada’s leading outdoor art events,
Call for Board Members
ArtsLink NB is looking for professional artists and arts enthusiasts to help steer our organization. We’re seeking expressions of interest in joining the ArtsLink NB board of directors.
Introspect Call for Artists 2026
ArtsLink NB is announcing the call for artists for the fourth iteration of Introspect: a nature residency. The two-week residency will bring together five artists in Parc Provincial de la Republique to work on a personal project.
Hockey Night in Canada – Over 12,000 Signatures on Canadian Indie Rock Band Petition to Keep Hockey on Public TV
Canadian Indie Rock Group, Blu Beach Band has secured over 12,000 Canadian signatures on their Change.org petition calling on CBC and Rogers Sportsnet to restore Hockey Night in Canada to free, public television,
