The Riding Mountain Artists’ Residency gives Manitoban artists time to focus on their work in the beautiful natural setting of Riding Mountain National Park. The first artist-in-residence for the 2026 season is Geneviève Pelletier. Ahead of her time in the historic Deep Bay Cabin, Geneviève answered a few of our questions about her work and how she’llRead More
The Manitoba Arts Council is pleased to announce that Larry Desrochers is the winner of the 2026 Manitoba Arts Award of Distinction. This $30,000 prize is awarded annually to a professional artist or arts/cultural professional in recognition of the highest level of artistic excellence and contribution to the development of the arts in Manitoba. Beyond his impressive 25-year tenure as CEORead More
This Workshop Wednesday will focus on MAC’s Artists in Schools grant, which funds arts and cultural projects in Manitoba schools, delivered by professional artists like you! WHEN: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 from 6 to 7 p.m. WHERE: Zoom Workshop Wednesdays is a series of informal gatherings hosted by the Manitoba Arts Council on the second WednesdayRead More
The Artists in Schools program is more than just a grant. It’s an opportunity to give Manitoba students high-impact arts and cultural experiences that will stay with them well beyond the classroom. As an artist, you have a unique set of skills that you can share with the next generation. Many artists can pinpoint theRead More
This Workshop Wednesday will focus on MAC’s Indigenous 360 grant, which funds arts and cultural projects by Indigenous artists, organizations, and Knowledge Keepers! WHEN: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: In-person at the MAC Office (93 Lombard Ave, fifth floor, Winnipeg) REGISTER: email Violet at vhoussin@artscouncil.mb.ca Workshop Wednesdays is a series ofRead More
This Workshop Wednesday will focus on MAC’s most popular grant: Create. We’ll discuss the kinds of projects that a Create grant can fund, how to prepare an application for a Create grant, and more. WHEN: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 6 to 7 p.m. WHERE: Zoom Workshop Wednesdays is a series of informal gatherings hosted byRead More
Writing an application for an arts grant can be daunting, especially if you’re new to the process. We’ve created a list of tips for writing your arts grant application with examples of what to do, and what not to do to prepare the best possible grant application. Tip #1: Start strong! From the very beginning,Read More
This Workshop Wednesday is all about preparing your artistic resume or curriculum vitae (C.V.s), a key part of any grant application! WHEN: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 from 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: In-person at the MAC Office (93 Lombard Ave (fifth floor), Winnipeg) REGISTER: email Violet at vhoussin@artscouncil.mb.ca Workshop Wednesdays is a series of informal gatherings hostedRead More
Our first Workshop Wednesday of the year will focus on the skill of grant writing! At this free, beginner-friendly workshop, we’ll provide you with tools, tips and tricks to prepare the best possible grant application for your arts or cultural project. WHEN: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 from 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Zoom REGISTER: https://bit.ly/WWJan2026Read More
Photo: Sarah Fuller, “A Tree’s Perspective, Gilford Island, B.C.,” 2025. 4″ x 5″ pinhole image. Scanned black and white photo paper. Happy Holidays from the Manitoba Arts Council! Our office will close on Wednesday, December 24 at 12:30 and reopen on Friday, January 2. See you in the new year!
