PULSE NB - Application

Music•Musique NB is proud to present PULSE NB, a 2-day career accelerator is designed specifically for emerging Black artists in New Brunswick. This inaugural edition of the program will take place in Saint John and aims to provide essential knowledge and professional development through workshops, 1-on-1 mentorship and networking. The participating artists will have the opportunity to learn and work closely with nationally recognized industry professionals, bringing industry insight on marketing, publishing and sync licensing, artist wellness and much more! The 2 day accelerator includes a public musical performance by the participating artists.

Artists needing to travel from outside Saint John will be provided a hotel room as well as a travel stipend.

*note: This initiative will be presented in english*

Pulse NB Accelerator - February 27th to the 29th 2026

Application deadline: Jan 15th 2026

Any questions can be sent to the project coordinator Dwayne Marcial - Dwayne.marcial[at]gmail.com

The project is possible through the financial support fro FACTOR, the government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick
About you
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About Your Career
Where are you in your career? Check all that apply. We want to know more about what you have going on!

Release one album or moreShowcased to an industry event, such as ECMA or MNB WeekToured outside NBHave team members, such as a booking agent or publicistMore than 2 years active200 Spotify / Apple Music followers or moreHave artists profiles/pages on 3 different platformsAlbum/EP charted Top 10 on Earshot or NACC with the past 2 yearsHave had a publishing or sync deal

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WomanGender non-conforming / GenderqueerLGBTQ+Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit or Metis)Black or person of colourLiving with a disabilityOther
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Music·Musique NB is dedicated to fostering a safer New Brunswick music industry, where everyone is free of harassment, violence and discrimination. Music·Musique NB will not tolerate or ignore abusive behaviours. If chosen for this opportunity, you agree to conduct yourself in a way that fosters a respectful workplace and to treat everyone with civility and dignity.
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That I am available to participate in this initiative on February 27th, 28th and 29th 2026
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