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CONNECT . SHOWCASE . PROMOTE
Our programs can help you take the next step in your career, book a tour through rural Manitoba, or expand your professional network.
For Performing Artists
RBC Touring & Showcasing Program
musicians with professionals to learn about showcasing & touring, culminating in a live showcase opportunity.
Apply to Showcase
Artists perform a 15-minute live showcase for Manitoba presenters/buyers. MAN coordinates tours for the showcasing artists based on interest. An average touring season coordinated by MAN yields 10-15 tours and 50-60 performances in member communities across Manitoba — resulting in up to $190,000 in artist fees throughout the year.
Manitoba Showcase
Manitoba Showcase is an annual visual & performing arts conference that features some of the best Canadian artists, from a wide range of genres, for Manitoban presenters and galleries, connecting them with future opportunities and collaboration. The preeminent event of its kind in Manitoba, Showcase engages over 150 artists, presenters, agents, managers, and industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and develop and rekindle relationships
For Visual Artists
Rural Arts Mentorship Program (RAMP)
A four-weekend mentorship program with studio visits for up to 5 artists led by a professional mentor, culminating in an exhibition.
Manitoba Rural & Northern Juried Art Show (MRNJAS)
This annual exhibition features award-winning artworks from the regional juried arts shows held across Manitoba each year.
Apply to our Touring Exhibition Program
Get paid to have your art tour across Manitoba and have someone else coordinate it.
Call for Artists
Want to Be Our Next Featured Artist?
Get featured as MAN’s featured artist and promote yourself across rural Manitoba, Northwest Ontario, and Saskatchewan!
As a featured artist, your artwork will be showcased and promoted through a featured article that is all about you – inspiration, technique, goals and accomplishments, and more.
Not sure what to write? We have provided some discussion ideas in the application to help you get started.
“Manitoba Arts Network provides wonderful opportunities for learning, sharing best practices and collaboration. Every workshop/webinar was thought provoking, informational and something we can take back to create positive outcomes for the organization and the community.”