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British Columbia Arts Council - Early Career Development

The Early Career Development Program supports early career practitioners to develop their practice through internship, cohort, residency, and mentorship opportunities. The program is intended to support the development of knowledge, learning and capacity within the sector and to create opportunities for the next generation of artists and practitioners.

The Early Career Development program supports the career development of early career and emerging practitioners through four components:

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British Columbia Arts Council - Scholarship Awards

This program assists BC residents with full-time arts training costs after they finish secondary school.

The Scholarship Program, the oldest program of Council, provides funding of up to $6,000 per year to outstanding arts students studying at the post-secondary level. B.C. residents attending full-time studies in a fine-arts diploma or degree program at a recognized college, university, institution or academy, in any country, are eligible to apply. Half-day high school dance programs may also be eligible.

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RBC Emerging Musician Program

About The Contest

Are you ready to take the stage and make your mark on the music industry? Canada’s Walk of Fame presents the RBC Emerging Musician Program, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for young and talented musicians across the country.

Now in its 12th year, the program seeks talented solo artists and groups who are eager to advance their careers. Five winners will be selected to receive a comprehensive support package that includes mentorship from industry experts, performance opportunities, video production services, and travel allowances.

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Power of the Pen Creative Writing Contest

Presented by
The Hamilton Public Library and The Hamilton Spectator

Writers of short stories and poetry are encouraged to submit their works to the 25th Annual Power of the Pen Creative Writing Contest. Entrants must be between the ages of 12 and 18 and be a resident of Hamilton, Burlington, Flamborough, Dundas, Ancaster, Stoney Creek, Grimbsy and communities within the outermost boundaries of those locations.

Prizes:

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The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant

Contributing to the success and development of emerging artists from around the world since 1955.

The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation grant is one of the most prestigious grants available to emerging figurative artists, as well as one of the most substantial. It is one of the longest standing, with an illustrious history of recipients spanning more than half a century. It is also unique in its scope, in that it is available to students and artists around the world.

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