A 4-week residency to work, play and connect with community in Church Point, NS.

A stipend, a studio space, as well as support from VANS and le Conseil des arts de la Baie (le CAB) to help to make the residency a rich experience for the artist and the community alike. 60% of the artist’s time will be dedicated to their own work and 40% of the time will be dedicated to community based work, which may include hands-on workshops, studio visits, talks and presentations.

We are excited to be able to offer this opportunity to Nova Scotian artists, and especially to those of Acadian heritage.

The artist’s work can focus on research, development and/or the production of ongoing or new bodies of work. Projects that do not require specialized equipment are most suitable to the residency program, with the exception of printmaking. The Printmaking Studio, La Manivelle, will be available to artists with a background in printmaking and the ability to work independently. Artists are responsible for securing any additional specialized equipment.

A stipend of $2500 will be paid to the artist and studio space will be provided in the multi-purpose room at La Manivelle. Accommodations, if needed, will be provided.

Eligibility: This residency is open to members of VANS living in Nova Scotia.

Residency dates: 4 weeks of the artist’s choice  April 1 – May 9, 2026. A prep week will take place at least 1 week in advance of the residency start date.

Deadline: Apply by March 1, 2026, at 5pm

Made possible with the support of our members, our sustaining funders, and our partner le Conseil des arts de la Baie (le CAB)

Click here for guidelines, and here to apply.