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J.B.C. Watkins Awards: Music and Theatre

Current winner: Mireille Camier

Current winner: Mireille Camier

Overview

The J.B.C Watkins Awards are an opportunity for artists to develop their talents in music or theatre and to pursue graduate studies at the international level.

*Prize currently suspended*

This prize is currently suspended. The Council is reviewing and reprioritizing the suite of prizes intended to recognize and celebrate the contributions of artists and arts organizations. More information will be shared when available.

What is this prize?

The J.B.C. Watkins Awards are offered to professional Canadian artists in music and theatre wishing to pursue postgraduate studies outside Canada. Priority is given to studies taking place in Denmark, Norway, Sweden or Iceland.


Prize amount

$5,000 each


How to qualify

This prize is currently under review.


Deadline(s)

Annual


Who created this prize?

These fellowships are funded by a bequest from the late John B.C. Watkins.

Additional information

Competition suspended

Accessibility

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