Grants and Funding for Artists in Canada for 2026

Canada offers numerous grants to support artistic creation. Take advantage of tailored programs to bring your cultural projects to life.

Featured grants for Artists and Culture at a glance

923 programs available

Grant and FundingOpen
Supporting Artistic Practice — Sector Support, Innovation and Development
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Funding for projects that strengthen and develop the arts sector.
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : June 18, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Endowment Incentives
Canadian Heritage, Canada Cultural Investment Fund (CCIF)
Supports arts organizations by matching private donations to endowment funds
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $1,500,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : December 1, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Hosting Program - Canada Games
Canadian Heritage
Supports non-profit organizations hosting major national sporting events
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Artiste en résidence canadien en début de carrière dans le domaine de l'urbanisme
University of Toronto (UOFT)
Year-long artist residency exploring key urban issues
Eligible Funding
Minimum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
CALQ — Exploration and Research
Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ)
Funding for artistic research, experimentation, and creative development
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : June 8, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Hosting Program - International Major Multisport Games (IMMG)
Canadian Heritage
Supports hosting international major multisport events in Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2025
Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
MRC Beauce-Centre — FRR: Component 2
MRC Beauce-Centre
Funding for local and territorial development projects
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $25,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Construction
Manufacturing
Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Support program for Quebec sports federations
Government of Québec
Funds recognized Quebec sports federations to develop sport and athletes
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism
Support for regional tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
From $45,000 to $45,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Baie-James Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Tourisme Baie-James
Support for regional tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $49,500
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Canada
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Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism (TBSL)
Non-repayable support for tourism development projects
Eligible Funding
From $50,000 to $300,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism (TBSL)
Support for tourism festivals and events in Bas-Saint-Laurent
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer Structuration
Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism (TBSL)
Supports regional tourism offer structuring projects
Eligible Funding
From $50,000 to $150,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cantons-de-l'Est Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Tourisme Cantons-de-l'Est
Support for regional tourist festivals and events
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cantons-de-l'Est Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Numerical
Tourisme Cantons-de-l'Est
Funding for digital development of Eastern Townships tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Centre-du-Québec Tourism
Support for responsible tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer Structuration
Centre-du-Québec Tourism
Financial support for tourism development in Centre-du-Québec
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Charlevoix Tourism
Support for tourism studies and consulting projects in Charlevoix
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $200,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Long-Term Projects
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Funding for long-term Indigenous artistic projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : May 8, 2024
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism
Support for regional tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
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Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the tourism offering
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism
Supports structuring tourism development projects in the Islands
Eligible Funding
From $25,000 to $60,000
Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Lanaudière Tourism (CED)
Funding for tourism festivals and events in Lanaudière
Eligible Funding
Minimum amount : 75,000 $
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Laval tourism
Support for developing and enhancing Laval tourism attractions
Eligible Funding
From $35,000 to $250,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Timeline
Closing date : September 22, 2026
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Laval tourism
Supports Laval tourism events and development
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $100,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Numerical
Laval tourism
Support for digital transformation of tourism organizations
Eligible Funding
From $25,000 to $100,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Retail trade
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer structuration
Laval tourism
Support for international business tourism initiatives
Eligible Funding
From $35,000 to $250,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Mauricie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Mauricie Tourism
Support for innovative, tourism-driven festivals and events
Eligible Funding
From $15,000 to $25,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Mauricie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Mauricie Tourism
Support for structuring, sustainable regional tourism development projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 32,500 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Montérégie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Montérégie Tourism
Support for regional tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
From $50,000 to $50,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, Activities and Equipments
Tourisme Montréal
Support for tourism development in Montréal
Eligible Funding
From $250,000 to $250,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : August 27, 2026
Quebec, Canada
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Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development of a business
Tourisme Montréal
Support for digital transformation of Montréal tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
Minimum amount : 35,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Timeline
Closing date : August 27, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring of the regional tourism offering
Tourisme Montréal
Support for structuring Montréal regional tourism projects
Eligible Funding
Minimum amount : 35,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Timeline
Closing date : August 27, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Tourisme Montréal
Support for tourism consulting and study projects in Montréal
Eligible Funding
Minimum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration
Timeline
Closing date : August 27, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Outaouais Tourism
Funding for tourism festivals and events in Outaouais
Eligible Funding
From $60,000 to $65,000
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PSIT — EPRTNT 2026 – Studies and Consulting Services
Destination Québec Cité
Support for sustainable tourism consulting and study projects
Eligible Funding
Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital Development of a Company
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Support for digital transformation of tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $25,000
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Support for regional tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
Minimum amount : 30,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Foreign Artist Tours
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Supports foreign artist tours across Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : November 4, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Artists in Communities program
City of Vancouver, Saskatchewan Arts Board
Community-based artist residencies in Vancouver
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
FedNor — Economic Development Initiative (EDI)
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Funding for Northern Ontario Francophone economic development
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 57,500 $
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
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Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3
Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)
Supports tourism festivals and event growth
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,250,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Fund to stimulate international business tourism – Stream 1 - Produce a bid book or business plan
Government of Québec
Support for international business tourism in Quebec
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Timeline
Closing date : September 22, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Studies and consulting services
Laurentides Tourism
Supports tourism businesses in the Laurentides with consulting services
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $25,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Mosaic Fund
Filaction
Business loans for Quebec's cultural communities entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
From $50,000 to $500,000
Eligible Industries
Construction
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Fund for tourism and cultural events (FÉTC)
MRC Beauce-Sartigan (CEB)
Interest-free support for regional tourism and culture events
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : January 20, 2024
Quebec, Canada
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MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 3
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)
Non-repayable support for innovation and growth
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Joliette, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Joliette — Technology and Digital Transition Fund (FTTN) – Stream 2
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)
Support for digital transition projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,500 $
Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Retail trade
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC)
MRC de L'Islet (MRC)
Funding for cultural projects in MRC de L’Islet
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 6,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration
Timeline
Closing date : March 1, 2027
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Event Fund
Développement Côte-de-Beaupré, MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré
Support for event development on Côte-de-Beaupré
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Local Investment Fund (FLI) – Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré, Développement Côte-de-Beaupré
Financial support for local business start-up and growth
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Construction
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
Beaupre, Quebec, Canada
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Other SupportOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Support Measure for Self-Employment
Développement Côte-de-Beaupré, MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré
Financial support for self-employment start-up
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Construction
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Beaupre, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Jacques-Cartier Tourism Envelope
MRC La Jacques-Cartier
Support for tourism projects and events
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
MRC de La Nouvelle-Beauce (MRC), Développement économique Nouvelle-Beauce (DENB)
Loan financing for business growth and succession
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS)
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or (MRCVO)
Support for community-focused structuring projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 60.000004% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2024
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Matawinie — Local investment fund
MRC de Matawinie (SADC)
Financing for business growth and succession
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Matawinie — Tourism Innovation and Development Fund
MRC de Matawinie (SADC)
Funding for tourism development projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
MRC Portneuf — Heritage and Culture Fund
MRC Portneuf
Supports cultural arts and heritage projects
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $7,500
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 1 Exploring a Target Market
Musicaction
International market development for Canadian artists
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 1 - Promotion
Musicaction
National promotion support for sound recordings
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : September 2, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 2 - Stage activities
Musicaction
National music marketing support for live activities
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : September 2, 2026
Quebec, Canada
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RCM de la Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Futurpreneur Canada
RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu
Funding, mentorship, and support for young business founders
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
SODEXPORT – Component 2.2 : Support for touring music and variety shows abroad
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
Financial support for Quebec music and variety show tours abroad
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
Supports international cooperation and recognition for Quebec cultural industries
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism establishment accessibility program
Kéroul, Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)
Accessibility funding for Quebec tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2024
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationOpen
2026-2027 Executive Leadership Program
Business for the Arts
Leadership development for arts professionals
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : April 29, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
2027 Games of the Francophonie call for artists
Government of New Brunswick
Support for selected New Brunswick artists
Eligible Funding
From $3,000 to $3,000
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : February 1, 2027
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Community Performing Arts Organizations Operating Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)
Annual operating support for community performing arts groups
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Community Support Organizations Operating Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)
Annual operating support for arts organizations
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : May 3, 2027
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Film and Video Individual Project Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)
Funding up to $18,000 for Alberta independent film projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 18,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : September 2, 2026
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Indigenous Arts Individual Project Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)
Funding for Indigenous arts projects in Alberta
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 18,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : September 1, 2026
Alberta, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Summer School Project Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)
Support for residence-based summer arts schools
Eligible Funding
Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 4: One-time Events
Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)
Funding for one-time tourism events in Quebec
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Artists in Schools
Saskatchewan Arts Board
Arts collaboration funding for schools and artists
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts & Culture Funding
Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation
Support for arts, culture, and language preservation
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts & Culture Grants - Celebrations & Events Grants
North Vancouver Recreation & Culture Commission (NVRC), City of North Vancouver (CNV)
Funding for community events and arts festivals
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 18,500 $
Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
North Vancouver, BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts & Culture Local Grant Program
The Japan Foundation, Toronto (JF)
Funding for Japanese arts and culture in Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Circulation and Touring
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Supports touring and exhibitions connecting Canadian artists with wider audiences
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : June 4, 2026
Closing date : October 7, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Translation support for Canadian works abroad
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 44,000 $
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : September 2, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants
Capital Regional District (CRD)
Supports innovative arts projects by non-profit organizations
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Management Systems Funding
Rozsa Foundation
Supports arts organizations’ management systems
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
Alberta, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
ArtStarts in Schools Society - Artists in the Classroom (AIC) Grants for Schools
Art Starts
Supports artist-led learning projects in BC schools
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Athlete Assistance Program (AAP)
Canadian Heritage
Provides financial support to high-performance Canadian athletes
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 27,500 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Athlete scholarships
Sport Quebec
Financial support for identified student-athletes
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : June 26, 2026
Closing date : September 25, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Building Communities through Arts and Heritage - Local Festivals
Canadian Heritage
Funding for recurring local heritage festivals
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Canada Arts Presentation Fund (CAPF) – Development
Canadian Heritage, Government of Canada
Funding for emerging arts presenters in under-served communities
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Canada Cultural Spaces Fund (CCSF)
Canadian Heritage
Funding for arts and heritage cultural spaces
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Canadian Experiences Fund - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Supports tourism product development, training, and visitor facilities
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Quebec, Canada
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Catalyst and Transformation Fund
Cultural Careers Council Ontario (WIC)
Funding for creative sector restructuring
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Celebrate Ontario Blockbuster (COB)
Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and Ministry of Sport
Funding for major Ontario tourism events
Eligible Funding
Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
CGLCC — Tourism
Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
Market your tourism business to LGBT+ travellers
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Retail trade
Transportation and warehousing
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Timeline
Open Date : May 12, 2021
Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Chawkers Foundation Project Funding
The Chawkers Foundation
Funding for Canadian charitable community initiatives
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund
Town of Whitby
Funding for Whitby performing arts initiatives
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Grant Program and Community Vibrancy Fund
Municipality of Lambton Shores
Community funding for local projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 0.5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration
Timeline
Closing date : September 15, 2026
Lambton Shores, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Innovation Grant
Gwaii Trust Society (GTS)
Support for small innovative community projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : September 1, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Sponsorship Grants
Columbia Power
Funding for community and First Nations initiatives
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible Industries
Utilities
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Small-Scale Activities
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Support for Indigenous artistic development
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : September 23, 2020
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Travel
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Travel support for Indigenous arts activities
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Open Date : September 23, 2020
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant
City of Kawartha Lakes
Operational support for cultural non-profits in Kawartha Lakes
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Funding - Equity and inclusion in the arts fund
City of Ottawa
Supports equity and inclusion in Ottawa’s arts communities
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Timeline
Closing date : October 7, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Operating Funding (COF)
City of Vancouver
Supports Vancouver non-profit arts and cultural organizations' operations
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Vancouver, BC, Canada

Grants and Funding for Artists in Canada for 2026

Featured grants for Artists and Culture at a glance

RCM de la Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Futurpreneur Canada

CALQ — Exploration and Research

Music Projects

Dance – Karen Gochnauer Arts and Community Fund

Supporting Artistic Practice — Sector Support, Innovation and Development

Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Endowment Incentives

Hosting Program - Canada Games

Artiste en résidence canadien en début de carrière dans le domaine de l'urbanisme

CALQ — Exploration and Research

Hosting Program - International Major Multisport Games (IMMG)

MRC Beauce-Centre — FRR: Component 2

Support program for Quebec sports federations

Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Baie-James Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Discovery at scale.

Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities

Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer Structuration

Cantons-de-l'Est Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Cantons-de-l'Est Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Numerical

Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer Structuration

Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services

Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Long-Term Projects

Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

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Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the tourism offering

Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities

Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Numerical

Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer structuration

Mauricie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Mauricie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering

Montérégie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, Activities and Equipments

Never miss an opportunity.

Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development of a business

Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring of the regional tourism offering

Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services

Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

PSIT — EPRTNT 2026 – Studies and Consulting Services

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital Development of a Company

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Foreign Artist Tours

Artists in Communities program

FedNor — Economic Development Initiative (EDI)

Data-driven strategy.

Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3

Fund to stimulate international business tourism – Stream 1 - Produce a bid book or business plan

Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Studies and consulting services

Mosaic Fund

MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Fund for tourism and cultural events (FÉTC)

MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 3

MRC Joliette — Technology and Digital Transition Fund (FTTN) – Stream 2

MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC)

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Event Fund

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Local Investment Fund (FLI) – Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)

Discovery at scale.

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Support Measure for Self-Employment

MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Jacques-Cartier Tourism Envelope

MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)

MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS)

MRC Matawinie — Local investment fund

MRC Matawinie — Tourism Innovation and Development Fund

MRC Portneuf — Heritage and Culture Fund

Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 1 Exploring a Target Market

Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 1 - Promotion

Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 2 - Stage activities

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RCM de la Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Futurpreneur Canada

SODEXPORT – Component 2.2 : Support for touring music and variety shows abroad

SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations

Tourism establishment accessibility program

2026-2027 Executive Leadership Program

2027 Games of the Francophonie call for artists

AFA — Community Performing Arts Organizations Operating Funding

AFA — Community Support Organizations Operating Funding