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Grants and Funding for Artists in Canada

This directory supports funding searches by individual artists, collectives, and eligible arts organizations across Canada. Compare applicant type, artistic discipline, career stage, creation or presentation project, eligible costs, evidence, and timing. Refine by province, Indigenous or culturally specific practice, accessibility, travel, professional development, touring, production, or audience activity when those characteristics define the work more precisely.

880 programs
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration)
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : September 14, 2026 · Closing date : November 1, 2026
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Rogers Group of Funds (RGF) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpenClosing Soon

    Rogers Series Fund

    Funding for Canadian TV series production
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 28, 2026
    Canada
  • Salmo Community Resource Society logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    Salmo Valley Fund

    Community funding for local quality-of-life projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 31, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • The Town of Simcoe Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    The Norfolk Community Foundation

    Funding for local charitable community projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 31, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Barrie Community Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    Vital Barrie Grants

    Funding for charities serving Simcoe County
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 31, 2026
    Canada
  • Winnipeg Arts Council (WAC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpening Soon

    Project Grant Program for Arts Organizations & Collectives

    Project funding for Winnipeg arts organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Open Date : November 2, 2026 · Closing date : February 2, 2027
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
  • Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    International outreach — Travel

    Empower Canadian artists and arts organizations to expand global connections and opportunities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
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  • Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies

    Support for artists and arts organizations from Canada to attend residencies abroad.
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Arts Across Canada — Travel

    Money for arts-related travel
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Strategic Funds and Initiatives — Market Access Strategy

    Funds for official-language minority community artists
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
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  • Canadian Heritage logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Canada Arts Training Fund (CATF)

    Supports high-level professional arts training for Canadian artists
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction - Global Funding Envelope – Support Program

    Funding for Canadian music companies
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 600,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Pilot or capital projects in the field

    Supports innovative on-site mobility solutions for festivals and tourism events
    Eligible Funding
    From $100,000 to $300,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • MRC Beauce-Centre logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    MRC Beauce-Centre — FRR: Component 2

    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
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Open Date : January 18, 2027 · Closing date : March 12, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
  • University of Toronto (UOFT) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

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

    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
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Tourisme Cantons-de-l'Est logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    EPRTNT — Studies and consulting services

    Funding for tourism studies and consulting support
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $95,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    OTF — Community Building Fund - Operating Stream

    Supports operating viability for Ontario community-serving organizations
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $250,000 · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Support program for Quebec sports federations

    Funds recognized Quebec sports federations to develop sport and athletes
    Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $175,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

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

    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
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Centre-du-Québec Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

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

    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
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Lanaudière Tourism (CED) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

    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
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Mauricie Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Mauricie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

    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
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Mauricie Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

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

    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
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Montérégie Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Montérégie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events

    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
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Tourisme Montréal logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

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

    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
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Tourisme Montréal logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

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

    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
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Tourisme Montréal logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

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

    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
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Tourisme Montréal logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

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

    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
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Destination Québec Cité logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    PSIT — EPRTNT 2026 – Studies and Consulting Services

    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
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

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

    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
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • 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
    Environment and ClimateCommercializationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Tourisme Côte-Nord (CED) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Festivals and events

    Funding for regional tourism festivals and events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • City of Vancouver logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Artists in Communities program

    Community-based artist residencies in Vancouver
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Vancouver, BC, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Black Arts Projects

    Supports development and presentation of arts projects by Black creatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Canadian Heritage logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    Supports Indigenous-led initiatives commemorating Truth and Reconciliation Day
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Development Fund

    Support for innovative cultural projects in La Vallée-du-Richelieu
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2

    Support for tourism festivals and events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 750,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3

    Supports tourism festivals and event growth
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 300,000 $ · Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesCommercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • 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
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateCommercializationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    From $20,000 to $95,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Laurentides Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

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

    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
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Charlevoix logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects

    Funding for business project feasibility and expert analysis
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnologyBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Charlevoix-Est logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MRC Charlevoix-Est — Cultural Development

    Support for cultural projects in Charlevoix-Est
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    La Malbaie, Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC Charlevoix-Est logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MRC Charlevoix-Est — Support for Structuring Projects

    Financial support for community structuring projects
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Kamouraska logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    MRC Kamouraska — Bas-Saint-Laurent Territorial Partnership Program

    Support for arts and literature partnerships
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Rimouski, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de L'Islet logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    MRC L'Islet — Sectoral agreement for the development of culture in Chaudière-Appalaches

    Funding for cultural equipment and infrastructure
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $10,000 · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Levis, Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC de L'Islet logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MRC L'Islet — Support fund for creative caravans

    Funding for mobile cultural mediation projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de L'Islet logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MRC L'Islet — Support fund for cultural cafés

    Support for cultural café creation and growth
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de L'Islet logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

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

    Funding for cultural projects in MRC de L’Islet
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 6,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Quebec, Canada
  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 4 - Event in song in French Canada

    Support for francophone song showcase events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 85,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 2 - Stage activities

    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
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Canada
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  • RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Fonds de soutien à l'entrepreneuriat

    Support for commercialization projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutCommercializationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $60,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Youth Employment and Skills Strategy - Canada Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy

    Supports employers in creating summer jobs for Canadian youth
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • City of Montreal logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Financial assistance for nonprofit tenants

    Support for nonprofit tenants in Montreal
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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  • Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Strategic Innovation Fund — Digital Generator – Stream 2

    Enhancing digital capacities for Canadian arts organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    2025 Artist in Residence program

    Year-long music residency supporting community engagement
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • County of Huron logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    2025 SLED (Supporting Local Economic Development) Program

    Funding for local economic development projects in Huron County
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesBusiness Buyout
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ville de La Tuque logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    2026 Call for Projects – Brand Image Rollout – Urban Art Initiative

    Support for urban art in downtown La Tuque
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-profit
    La Tuque, Quebec, Canada
  • Regional Tourism Organization 8 (RTO8) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    2026/27 Partnership Funding Program

    Matched funding for tourism growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,500 to $14,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationCommercializationDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    2027 Games of the Francophonie call for artists

    Support for selected New Brunswick artists
    Eligible Funding
    From $3,000 to $3,000
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    NB, Canada
  • County of Huron logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    AccessSLED Program

    Funding for accessibility and inclusivity improvements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Genesis Inspiration Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Act Out Long Beach

    Arts funding for underserved communities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
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  • Muslim Youth of Canada (MYC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Activity Grant

    Funding for innovative Muslim youth activities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Kingston Arts Council (KAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    ADAPT (2021) - Adapt Grants

    Support for pandemic-related arts projects in Kingston
    Eligible Funding
    From $4,000 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    AFA — Artist Manager Program Funding

    Funding for Alberta musicians' professional development at CMI
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding

    Funds rural Alberta projects to support emerging artists
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Aid For Artists

    Support for Ukrainian arts in Ukraine
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Conseil des Arts de Longueuil logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Aid for operation - arts - organizations

    Operating support for professional arts organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $ · Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Longueuil, Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Animating Historic Sites

    Funding for site-specific arts projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Kitimat Community Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Annual Community Telethon (ACT) Grant Applications for 2026

    Funding for local community 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)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitamaat Village, Kitimat, BC
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  • Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP)

    Seed funding for innovative Northern teams
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Armstrong Family Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Armstrong Family Foundation — General Funding

    Supports community-focused charitable initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, BC, Ontario, Canada
  • Articipate logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Articipate — Creation and Development Grant

    Support for new artistic work development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 3,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • City of Brantford logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Artist Call - Trail Mix

    Local musicians submit original songs for Trail Mix
    Eligible Funding
    From $50 to $50
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Vancouver logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Artist Studio Award program

    Provides subsidized studio spaces to support Vancouver-based artists
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Vancouver, BC, Canada
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  • Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT) (ITI) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Artist to Market Program (AMP)

    Supports NWT artists showcasing and selling work
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    NT, Canada
  • Periculum Foundation for Contemporary Art logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Artistic Production

    Funding for research-based artistic production
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Genesis Inspiration Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Artportunity Knocks

    Youth-focused arts and education funding
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Genesis Inspiration Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    ARTreach Grant

    Funding for community arts programs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada