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Update on the Creative Nova Scotia Awards
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The Arts Nova Scotia Board of Directors has made the decision to pause the Creative Nova Scotia Awards program in 2026. Nominations for the awards will not be accepted in this year; however, it is our intention to resume intake for a re-tooled awards program in 2027.
Climate Change Resource Guide for the Arts
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Happy Earth Day!
We have compiled a Climate Change Resource Guide to support artists, arts professionals and organizations to integrate climate-conscious practices into their work. The guide contains strategies, guidance and resources for sustainable practices tailored to the arts and culture sector in Nova Scotia.
Download the Climate Change Resource Guide for the Arts here
A Message from the Arts Nova Scotia Board
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We want to acknowledge the recent reduction in Arts Nova Scotia’s funding outlined in the 2026/27 provincial budget, and the uncertainty this creates for artists and cultural organizations across the province.
Changes to Arts NS Budget
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Yesterday, February 23, the Government of Nova Scotia released Budget 2026-27 - Defending Nova Scotia (https://novascotia.ca/budget).
Joel Plaskett wins 2025 Portia White Prize
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Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council congratulate Joel Plaskett who has been selected to receive the 2025 Portia White Prize.
Le Conseil des Arts de Chéticamp wins the 2025 Creative Community Impact Award
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Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council are pleased to announce that Le Conseil des Arts de Chéticamp has won the 2025 Creative Community Impact Award.
Yvette d'Entremont wins the 2025 Prix Grand-Pré
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Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council are pleased to announce that Yvette d'Entremont has been awarded the 2025 Prix Grand-Pré.
Aquakultre wins 2025 Black Artist Recognition Award
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Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council congratulate Aquakultre, who has been selected to receive the 2025 Black Artist Recognition Award.
Morgan Toney wins 2025 Indigenous Artist Recognition Award
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Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council congratulate Morgan Toney who has been selected to receive the 2025 Indigenous Artist Recognition Award.
Christopher Webb wins 2025 Established Artist Recognition Award
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Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council congratulate Christopher Webb. He has been selected to receive a 2025 Established Artist Recognition Award.
Solomon Nagler wins 2025 Established Artist Recognition Award
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Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council congratulate Solomon Nagler. He has been selected to receive a 2025 Established Artist Recognition Award.
Leah Johnston Wins 2025 Emerging Artist Recognition Award
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Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council congratulate Leah Johnston, who has been selected to receive a 2025 Emerging Artist Recognition Award.