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Discover grants and funding in culture in Canada

In Canada, grants and funding play a crucial role in nurturing the arts, heritage, and multiculturalism, ensuring a vibrant cultural scene. These financial supports enable artists, cultural organizations, and heritage institutions to create, preserve, and showcase Canada's diverse cultural expressions and histories.

2969 programs available
  • Microfinance institution logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Microcrédit Charlevoix - Digital strategy fund

    Loan support for digital strategy projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Milden Charitable Trust logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Milford on Sea Charitable Trust — Community Support

    Community funding for local projects and groups
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • City of Kawartha Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Million Dollar Makeover

    Funding for property improvements in Kawartha Lakes
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 12, 2026
    • Closing date : February 28, 2026
    Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
  • Arts Club Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Miriam Bennett Artist-in-Residence

    One-year residency with mentorship and support
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • Mitsui Canada Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Mitsui Canada Foundation — General Funding

    Supports Canada-Japan education and cultural exchange
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Town of Fort Frances logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Moffat Family Fund

    Support for community projects benefiting children and families
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada
  • Molson Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Molson Foundation Grant Program

    Funding for qualified charitable organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • MOMentum logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MOMentum Games Grant

    Financial support for Team Canada athlete moms
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Montréal Microcredit logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Montréal Microcredit — Bridge Loan

    Short-term bridge financing with advisory support
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Deux-Montagnes logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    MRC de Deux-Montagnes — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 2

    Funding for local and regional development projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $500,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 22, 2024
    • Closing date : March 31, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • La Mitis RCM logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MRC de La Mitis Donations and Sponsorship Fund

    Funding for local initiatives in La Mitis
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • Canadian Heritage logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events

    Supports community events for inclusion and anti-racism
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 29, 2026
    • Closing date : June 10, 2026
    Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Multilateral Project Call – Francophonie Summit

    Support for multilateral Francophonie cooperation projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Town of Gravenhurst logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Accommodations Tax Fund

    Funding for tourism projects in Gravenhurst
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Parry Sound logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Assistance Grant Program

    Funding for Parry Sound community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : May 30, 2025
    Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kingston logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP)

    Lower-cost access to city services for Kingston residents
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of South Dundas logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Financial Programs

    Funding for tourism projects in SDG
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 4, 2026
    • Closing date : March 24, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Shelburne logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Grant Funding

    Municipal funding for Shelburne community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Shelburne, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of South Stormont logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Grant Policy

    Support for community-based local initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Mississippi Mills logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Grant Program

    Municipal funding for community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Leamington logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Grants Program

    Municipal funding for community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Cornwall, Leamington, Ontario
  • Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Municipal Partnerships for Innovation - Women in Local Politics

    Supporting women’s leadership in local governance
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
    Canada
  • Municipality of North Bruce Peninsula logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs

    Financial incentives for property and business improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,500 to $20,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Port Hope logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipality of Port Hope Donation Program

    Municipal support for local community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Port Hope, Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Trent Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipality of Trent Lakes — Community Grant

    Community funding for local projects and programs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Timeline
    • Closing date : January 9, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Museum collection inventory program

    Funding for museum collection inventory upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 3,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    NB, Canada
  • Canadian Museums Association (CMA) logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Museums - Canada Summer Jobs

    Short-term youth jobs in heritage and bilingual workplaces
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 17,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : January 19, 2024
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Museums Assistance Program (MAP)

    Funding for heritage collections and exhibitions
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Music BC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music BC — General Funding

    Micro-grant support for live music initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, Canada
  • Creative BC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music Company

    Supports B.C. music companies’ business development
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $50,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • Music PEI logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music PEI Funding Program

    Support for PEI music company development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 30, 2024
    PE, Canada
  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction — Event in Canada

    Support for Canadian music events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 85,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 13, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction — Incubator project

    Music project support for artists
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : September 4, 2024
    Quebec, Canada
  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction — Support for Indigenous Entrepreneurs

    Support for Indigenous music entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
    • Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 2, 2026
    Canada
  • MusiCounts logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicompte prices

    Recognition for outstanding Canadian music teachers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 28, 2025
    • Closing date : December 2, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • MusiCounts logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MusiCounts - Scholarships

    Support for music education and emerging talent
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Sport Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    My First Games

    Supports youth sports initiation through local and regional events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 11, 2025
    • Closing date : September 30, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • Gold Medal Club (CMO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    My first scholarship

    Scholarship support for promising athletes
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,500 to $1,500
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    napari Plugin Grants

    Funding for napari plugin improvement projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $20,000
    • Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 19, 2022
    • Closing date : June 2, 2022
    Canada
  • Tennis Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    National Bank Play Your Court Program

    Funding for public outdoor tennis court upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
  • City of Kingston logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Activation Fund

    In-kind support for community-led neighbourhood events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants

    Funding for resident-led Toronto climate action projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Planting Program

    Community support for tree planting events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 9, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of London logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Small Events Fund

    Funding for small neighbourhood events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • City of London logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Neighbourhood-Managed Ice Rinks

    Volunteer-run community ice rinks in London
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 400 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Nel Oudemans Award

    Support for emerging New Brunswick artisans
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $2,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 3, 2015
    NB, Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    New Brunswick Bilingualism Support Program (NBBSP)

    Support for bilingualism initiatives in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    NB, Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    New Brunswick Film Tax Credit

    Refundable tax credit for film production
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 5, 2011
    NB, Canada
  • Kiwanis Foundation of Canada (KFC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    New Club Opening Grant

    Funding for opening new Kiwanis clubs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Telefilm Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    New Dawn – International film production fund

    Additional support for eligible feature films
    Eligible Funding
    • From $50,000 to $200,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 9, 2026
    Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program

    Commercializing quantum solutions for advanced manufacturing
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 1, 2023
    • Closing date : November 29, 2023
    Canada
  • Nikkei Place Foundation (NPF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Nikkei Youth Sports, Arts & Culture Bursary

    Support for young Japanese Canadian students
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,250 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, Ontario, Canada
  • Canada's History Society logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Nobleman Scholar Program

    Paid history internship for graduate students
    Eligible Funding
    • From $14,000 to $21,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 1, 2026
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
  • Norfolk County logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Norfolk County — Community Grant Program

    Support for Norfolk County community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 1, 2025
    • Closing date : February 28, 2025
    Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Kelvington logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Norman, Muriel & Grant Geck Grant

    Funding for community projects in Kelvington
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 30, 2022
    Kelvington, Saskatchewan, Canada