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Third Space Gallery

The only itinerant artist-run centre in Menahqesk/Saint John, New Brunswick To present work that questions and confronts social and political agendas.

Third Space is an itinerant artist-run centre for contemporary art in Saint John committed to representing local, regional and national professional contemporary artists. Third Space will highlight the work of emerging and established artists who cross disciplines and boundaries in their examinations of contemporary culture. The aim of the gallery is to facilitate the education, understanding and

appreciation of contemporary art at a local, national and international level. It will do this by hosting exhibitions, workshops, residencies, lectures, performances and screenings, as well as by publishing and disseminating materials relevant towards this aim. Third Space will strive to present a schedule of balanced programming while allowing space for community-based events. Through a rigorous and attentive selection process gallery programming will present artmaking of an advanced and critical nature. MAIN OBJECTIVES

For the Artist(s):

To present work that is exploratory, challenging and critical in nature. To present work that may not be commercially viable. To provide a standard of excellence. To encourage exploratory and hybrid curatorial practices. To develop creative partnerships and collaborations. To be treated in a fair and professional manner. To be remunerated based on CAR/FAC payment schedules

For the Public:

To be an open, inviting and inclusive space; everyone is welcome. To ensure a variety of educational and community-sensitive programming.

05/01/2026

We’re celebrating Membership May! ✨ Show your support for the arts by becoming a Third Space member today!

💭Got questions? Need help signing up? Let us know! We’re always happy to help, just get in touch.

💫Becoming a member means helping your community, supporting artists, and creating opportunities in Uptown Saint John. Help make art work by joining the Third Space membership!

www.thirdspacegallery.ca/membership

04/29/2026

This weekend!! ✨ Join us on Sunday, May 3rd from 2-4pm at Picaroons General Store for our Drink & Draw session!

This event is free to attend! We invite anyone who wants to come sit, sip, and work alongside other creatives on any of their personal projects. Bring your own art supplies, relax, and make art with us! ✍️

Can’t join us this weekend? Stay tuned for our future drink & draw dates, same place and time!

Sunday, June 7 2026
Sunday, July 5 2026
Sunday, Sept 13 2026
Sunday, Oct 4 2026
Sunday, Nov 1 2026
Sunday, Dec 6 2026

Thank you to Picaroons for supporting Third Space programming! 🫶

04/23/2026

Last call!!✨We’re hiring!✨

Want to be a part of Saint John’s favourite art at night festival? Get hands on experience by being a part of our team as the THIRD SHIFT Festival Associate!

Learn more on our website via link below. We can’t wait to work with you! 🌙👋

https://www.thirdspacegallery.ca/

04/14/2026

Heads up! 🌙 This Wednesday, April 15th from 7-8pm Atlantic, our virtual info session for the THIRD SHIFT Festival Associate position is happening!

Make sure to register via the link below and tune in to learn more about what this position entails and all the cool perks about working with us!

Interested in applying? Send your CV and cover letter to Manny Travers, Third Space’s Executive Director, by email with the subject line “THIRD SHIFT Festival Associate: [Insert your name]”. We look forward to seeing you this week! 👋💻

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bl6_lzsXQeeaPb46h7e6Cw

04/09/2026

We’re hiring! ✨ Here’s an overview of the Festival Associate position we’re seeking to fill this summer, & you can learn more about the job listing on our website!

🌙Title: THIRD SHIFT Festival Associate
🌙Pay: $17/hr, full time, contract (35hrs/week)
🌙Location: Uptown Saint John, New Brunswick
🌙Contract timeline: Mid May to end of August 2026
🌙Application deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026, 11:59pm Atlantic
🌙Info session: Wednesday, April 15th, 7-8pm Atlantic over Zoom (registration link below!)

Third Space Gallery is seeking to fill the position of THIRD SHIFT Festival Associate for May 2026. The successful candidate will work closely with staff and volunteers of Third Space Gallery to present THIRD SHIFT, a contemporary Art at Night Festival in Saint John, New Brunswick in August 2026 and will assist with Third Space programming throughout the Spring and Summer months. The successful candidate will work with the current Executive Director at USTATION on Prince William St. in Uptown Saint John from May till August 31st, 2026. This role requires individuals to be available in-person to fulfill their tasks.

All applications must be sent to Manny Travers, Third Space’s Executive Director, no later than 11:59pm Atlantic on Friday, April 24th, 2026 to . Applicants must include a CV/resume and cover letter with an email subject line of “THIRD SHIFT Festival Associate: [Insert Your Name]”.

Register for info session here, or visit our website!: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bl6_lzsXQeeaPb46h7e6Cw

02/26/2026

Heads up! Our info sessions for the THIRD SHIFT are happening! ✨

If you have questions about…
🌙Jurying criteria
🌙Budgets
🌙Financial compensation
🌙Workshops & panels
🌙Third Watch
🌙Accessibility
🌙…and more! Then:

Tune in tonight, February 26th, from 7:00-8:00pm Atlantic over Zoom to learn more about how everything works! 💻 The password for the meeting is THIRD ✨

Check out our website for details about our call, and links to the zoom meetings!

02/13/2026

The 2026 Call for Artists for THIRD SHIFT: CHANNELS are now open! 🌙

THIRD SHIFT will take place in Uptown Saint John from Friday, August 14th, through Sunday, August 16th, 2026! Calls for both our installation (THIRD SHIFT) and audio-visual component (Third Watch) are live. Read more about the application process and this year’s theme, CHANNELS, via the link below!

💫💻All are welcome to join our drop-in Q&A info sessions over Zoom on February 18, February 26, and March 1. Details are on our website and will also be posted at a later date. See you there! 👋

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Sunday, March 8, 2026, 11:59pm Atlantic

SUBMIT TO: with the subject line THIRD SHIFT 2026 or Third Watch 2026

NEED HELP? Application assistance is available, reach out via email to

https://thirdspacegallery.ca/event/third-shift-2026-call-for-proposals/

https://thirdspacegallery.ca/event/third-watch-2026-call-for-submissions/

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02/09/2026

🌙SAVE THE DATE!🌙

Your favourite contemporary art at night festival is back! THIRD SHIFT will take place on Friday, August 14th, through Sunday, August 16th, 2026!

Make sure to check in soon for our theme reveal, call for proposals & submissions, info sessions, and more!

In the meantime, you can learn more about the festival by visiting our website www.thirdshiftsj.com !

01/11/2026

New year, new page! ✨ Grab your sketchbook and turn over a new page with us this weekend, our Drink & Draws are back in full swing!

Make sure to take note of the following Sundays from 2pm-4pm and join us down at Picaroons General Store on Canterbury St Uptown for a relaxing Sunday of brews, art making, and chilling:

• January 11
• February 1
• March 1
• April 5
• May 3
• June 7
• July 5
• Sept 13
• Oct 4
• Nov 1
• Dec 6

Drink & Draws are informal group art making sessions where folks bring their supplies and work on their creative projects together. Mingle, have a drink or snack, and enjoy your weekend making art with us! Thank you to Picaroons for supporting Third Space programming 🙌

11/07/2025

It’s back by popular demand! Discover the timeless art of bookbinding at our hands-on workshop ✨ All materials included & limited spots available. Buy your tickets now before it's too late!!

📚When: Saturday, November 22nd, 1pm-4pm
📚Where: Saint John Arts Centre
Tickets: Via e-transfer*
([email protected]), or cash/card at the door
📚Prices: $35 each, or $30 for Third Space Members

*Please include a note in your e-transfer with your name, email, and how many tickets you would like to purchase. If you plan to pay at the door, please let us know via email to reserve your tickets in advance!

Learn more about this unique experience by visiting the link below!

Thank you to Saint John Arts Centre for supporting Third Space Programming 🙌

https://thirdspacegallery.ca/all-events/?event=771

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P. O. Box 20103
Saint John, NB
E2L5B2

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Website

http://www.thirdspacegallery.ca/

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