About the WAC ARTS AWARDS

The Annual Winnipeg Arts Council Awards

Four awards recognize excellence and creativity in the arts:

The ARTS CHAMPION award honours an individual or business that has demonstrated sustained support to the arts in Winnipeg. The award is a unique work of art.

The ON THE RISE award recognizes the demonstrated promise of an emerging professional artist in any discipline. The award is a cash prize of $2,500.

The MAKING A MARK award applauds an established artist, in any discipline, who is receiving critical recognition for excellence in their art practice in Winnipeg and beyond. The award is a cash prize of $2,500.

The MAKING A DIFFERENCE award celebrates the contribution of an artist or arts administrator to the growth and development of the arts in Winnipeg. The award is a cash prize of $2,500.