The Salt Spring National Art Prize (SSNAP) is a biennial juried open competition focused on Canadian contemporary visual arts. Approximately fifty finalists are selected for the exhibition by an independent national jury. We invite all Canadian artists whose work exemplifies originality, quality, integrity, and creativity to submit work for consideration.

SALT SPRING PRIZE

THE JOAN MCCONNELL AWARD

$20,000

  
SALT SPRING NATIONAL ART PRIZE RESIDENCY

All finalists are eligible through an application process. Artist residency details will be announced at a later date.

$6,000

  
JUROR’S CHOICE AWARDS

Four awards of $4,000, each selected by one of the jurors.

  
THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

1st prize — $3,500

2nd prize — $2,500

3rd prize — $1,500

Youth vote — $1,500

On-line People’s Choice – $1,000

  

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