Nova Scotia Art & Craft Show

05/28/2026

Unfortunately, scammers are once again attempting to impersonate the Nova Scotia Art & Craft Show.

A local maker recently came across a fake event listing using our logo, images, and copied information. The listing was for the week after our actual show, and fortunately the maker realized something was wrong before sending any payment.

Because these scams continue to circulate, we want to clearly explain how our application and acceptance process works so artists and makers know exactly what to expect from us.

• Applications for our November show open in February and close in February.
• Applications are only accepted through our official website at nsartcraftshow.ca
• Our application form is hosted directly on our own website — not through Google Forms, Microsoft Forms, or social media messages.
• We do not email copies of our application form directly to applicants. Any official documents originating from our society will always be professionally presented and consistent with the standards and branding our community recognizes from us.
• We are a strictly curated show. We do not accept applications on a rolling basis.
• After applications close, our curators review submissions and applicants are contacted directly regarding decisions.
• We do not conduct application or booth payment business through Messenger.
• Our show is full and we do not have cancellations available at this time.
• We do maintain an official waitlist, and makers can join that waitlist through our official website only.
• Booth payment requests are accompanied by a professional invoice issued by the show.
• We accept e-transfer and credit card payments connected to our registered charity. Our etransfer address is an address of our domain nsartcraftshow.ca never a free email service address.
• The only name associated with requesting payment for booth space at our show is Miranda Jordan, our Show Director.

If you ever see something that appears to represent our show but feels unusual, please verify it through our official website or social media pages. We also always appreciate being informed when these scams appear so we can report them, attempt to have them removed, and take the opportunity to remind our community how our show actually operates.

One thing we have consistently noticed is that while scammers may steal our graphics and copy our wording, they rarely present themselves professionally. They often use our images in ways they were never designed for, alter our text awkwardly, or present information that does not match how our show operates.

We cannot stop scammers from trying, but we can continue to operate professionally, consistently, and transparently so that it is obvious when communication is genuinely coming from us.

Please continue to stay cautious, and when in doubt, verify directly through our official channels.

05/07/2026

You can cast a "vote" daily for your favourite artists just by hanging their art on your walls. 😊

Why I'm saying "no" to the latest viral art competition. 🎨

We need to stop treating artists as free marketing engines. I’m diving into the reality of "The People's Artist"—from the 50% administrative fees to the lack of local Canadian impact.

Let’s get back to supporting the arts the right way: directly.
Find the link in the comments....

04/19/2026

It’s Volunteer Week, (April 19 to April 25, 2026) and we want to take a moment to say thank you. 🩵

The Nova Scotia Art and Craft Show simply wouldn’t exist without the small (but mighty) group of volunteers who give their time, energy, and care to make it happen. Every show, every detail, every moment behind the scenes—it’s all because of you.

We’re genuinely grateful for everything you’ve contributed over the years. It does not go unnoticed, and it makes a real difference to both the show and the maker community here in Nova Scotia.

If you’ve ever been part of this team over the past 15 years, thank you. You’ve helped build something that means a lot to a lot of people in this province.

If you’re curious about being involved in the future, you can find more information here: https://nsartcraftshow.ca/volunteer/

04/15/2026

Happy World Art Day 🎨

Art shows up in so many forms—on canvases, in glass, in clay, in fiber, in ideas, in the way people tell stories.

If you’ve ever made something with your hands or felt something because someone else did—you’re part of it.

That’s worth celebrating. 🩷

03/30/2026

All application emails for this year’s Nova Scotia Art and Craft Show have now been sent.

If you applied and haven’t received an email, please check your junk/spam folder first. If it’s not there, please email us. We are not able to manage application inquiries through social media messages as the platform is unreliable and messages get missed.

When reaching out via email, please include your full name so we can locate your application.

As a volunteer-run organization, responses may take a little time, but we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you again to everyone who applied. With over 200 applications for only 60 spaces, it was a very competitive year.

We appreciate everyone’s understanding and respectful communication as we work through replies.

03/26/2026

There will always be a place for unique, handcrafted goods made by Nova Scotians with skill and pride. 🪡 We've always believed in the value of this creative community, and we know so many of you do too.