Prize or award

Kenojuak Ashevak Memorial Award

From Inuit Art Foundation

DeadlineNot stated on the funder's page (checked November 2, 2026)Check the funder's page for the next date.

$20,000 biennial prize that supports the practice of an Inuit artist by facilitating opportunities for artistic development and career growth.

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What is offered

In addition to the exhibition, each artist shortlisted for the award received a $5,000 cash prize.
Each artist received a cash prize of $2,500 and was featured in a dedicated catalogue distributed with the Spring 2023 issue of the Inuit Art Quarterly .
Each artist longlisted for the award receives a cash prize of $2,500 and is featured in a dedicated catalogue distributed with the Spring 2023 issue of the Inuit Art Quarterly .
Each artist shortlisted for the award receives a $5,000 cash prize in addition to a group exhibition, which is also made possible with the support of RBC Emerging Artists.
Thanks to a partnership with Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq, established in 2021, the winner of the Kenojuak Ashevak Memorial Award receives additional opportunities for research, creation and exhibition.

This year, thanks to the exceptional support of RBC Emerging Artists, she received $20,000, a solo exhibition in 2025, as well as a dedicated residency, catalogue and acquisition over the next two years.

In the funder's words, from their page, read September 27, 2026.

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