John Hobday Awards in Arts Management
Canada Council for the Arts
Deadline: March 5, 2026
The John Hobday Awards in Arts Management are granted to talented arts managers in professional arts organizations from Canada for professional development or mentoring purposes.
The Professional Development and Renewal Award is granted to an outstanding arts manager wishing to take part in a short-term recognized program, seminar or workshop.
The Mentorship Award goes to an arts manager who is seeking to acquire different knowledge, experience and skills under the supervision of a mentor.
Explore the guidelines on eligibility and how to apply visit John Hobday Awards in Arts Management | Canada Council for the Arts.
The awards
The John Hobday Awards in Arts Management are granted to talented arts managers in professional arts organizations from Canada for professional development or mentoring purposes.
- The Professional Development and Renewal Award is granted to an outstanding arts manager wishing to take part in a short term recognized program, seminar or workshop.
- The Mentorship Award goes to an arts manager who is seeking to acquire different knowledge, experience and skills under the supervision of a mentor.
Background
These awards were established with a $1 million donation from the Samuel and Saidye Bronfman Family Foundation to the Canada Council for the Arts. John Hobday made an enormous contribution to improving the work quality and professionalism of arts managers from Canada by promoting professional development and continuous training and focusing on the profession’s importance for the growth and viability of the arts.
