The report of the Premier’s Task Force on the Status of the Artist was released today, providing recommendations to build a vibrant arts and culture sector in New Brunswick.

The report was a collaboration between the provincial government, professional artists from various communities, ArtsLink NB, the New Brunswick Arts Board, which is also known as artsnb, and the Association acadienne des artistes professionnel.le.s du Nouveau-Brunswick.

“It has been a great honour to participate in this historic endeavour,” said ArtsLink NB Executive Director Julie Whitenect. “We have worked diligently on behalf of our members and all New Brunswickers to strengthen an essential sector of our province. This report urges the official recognition of the contribution made by professional artists to the economic, social, educational and cultural success of New Brunswick.” 

You can read the full report here: https://artslinknb.com/status-of-the-artist/?mc_cid=35f64df4f2&mc_eid=0d49d6719b