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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.

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  • Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Shine Across Canada and Internationally

    Support for artistic exchange and promotion
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 60.000004% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Signature Grants for Residencies

    Funding for international artist residencies
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NB, Canada
  • Arts Club Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Silver Commissions

    Funding for new play development
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Township of Severn logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund

    Funding for Simcoe County tourism and culture projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Francis Family Foundation (FFF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Small Arts Grants Program

    Support for small arts organizations in Kansas City
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,000 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Conseil des Arts de Longueuil logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Spaces to artists

    Free creative space for professional artists
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Longueuil, Quebec, Canada
  • Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sport 4 All Fund

    Funding for youth sport and sports facilities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Sport Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sport Development Grant

    Support for local sport development initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 14, 2027 · Closing date : May 31, 2027
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sport Events Grants

    Funding for sport events that drive local impact
    Eligible Funding
    From $250 to $3,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    BC, Canada
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  • Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sport Support Program

    Supports Canadian sport system development
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sport Support Program — Independent Safe Sport Mechanism

    Funding for an independent safe sport mechanism
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationArtificial Intelligence (AI)
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
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  • City of St. Catharines logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    St. Catharines Arts Awards

    Recognizes local arts excellence and contributions
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $500
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
  • City of St. Catharines logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP)

    Support for arts and culture in St. Catharines
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 49,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 249,999 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Street Banner Artwork Call for Proposals

    Street banner artwork opportunity for local artists
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Montreal logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Street performers on the pedestrianized Plaza Saint-Hubert

    Permits for public artists to perform on pedestrian Saint-Hubert Plaza
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Franco-Albertan Foundation (FFA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Study Scholarship: Sport

    Scholarship support for sport studies
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    Open Date : March 15, 2027 · Closing date : May 16, 2027
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program

    Funding for supervised summer student jobs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 3,741 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Simple Plan Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Support aux groupes et organismes - jeunes en difficulté

    Support for youth-focused organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Support for Workers in Live Arts and Music Sectors Fund

    Funding for live arts and music projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • City of Trois-Rivières logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Support Program for Cultural Activities

    Support for cultural projects and organizational development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Trois-Rivieres, Quebec, Canada
  • City of Gatineau logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Support Program for Cultural Organizations (PSOC)

    Funding for cultural organizations in Gatineau
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 40,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnologyDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 6,500,000 $ · Up to 67% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    TAC — Theatre Projects

    Funding for professional theatre projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
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  • TD Bank, The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    TD Bank Group - Corporate Donations and Sponsorships

    Funding for community-based projects and events
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Quebec City logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation

    Supports pre-commercial testing of innovative technologies and products
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
  • The Calgary Chinook Fund logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Calgary Chinook Fund — Community Grants

    Ongoing support for Calgary 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
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  • The McFarlane Family Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The McFarlane Family Foundation — General Funding

    Support for charitable initiatives in key community areas
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • The Riley Family Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Riley Family Foundation — General Funding

    Funding for mission-aligned nonprofit organizations
    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
    Canada
  • Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Ross Leslie Award

    Cash award recognizing artistic excellence
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    NL, Canada
  • Our Foundation Thompson logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Thompson Community Foundation

    Funding for charitable community projects in Thompson
    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
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Thompson, Manitoba, Canada
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  • Township of Woolwich logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Woolwich Way – Marketing Material Fund

    Funding for tourism marketing materials in Woolwich
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Ontario, Canada
  • Tiger Hills Community Foundation (THCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tiger Hills Community Foundation Grants

    Annual funding for community capital projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 93,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Toronto Cultural Festivals Funding Program

    Funding for recurring cultural festivals in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 650,000 $ · Up to 35% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Arts Council (OAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Touring and Circulation Projects

    Funding for touring and circulation projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $30,001 to $60,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Yukon logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Touring Artist Fund

    Financial assistance for touring Yukon artists
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Yukon, Canada
  • City of Port Colborne logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tourism Accelerator Grant (TAG) Program

    Funding for tourism growth projects in Port Colborne
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum 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 ResourcesCommercialization
    Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada
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  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tourism and Hospitality Recovery Program (THRP)

    Support for tourism and hospitality businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Transportation and warehousing, Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationConstruction and Renovation Commercialization
    Canada
  • Oxford County logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Tourism Innovation Grant Program

    Funding for innovative tourism experiences in Oxford County
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateCommercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    BC, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Western Canada

    Funding for tourism adaptation and growth
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationHuman ResourcesConstruction and Renovation CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Tourisme Baie-James logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Festivals and events

    Funding for regional tourism festivals and events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · 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
  • Town of Milton logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Town Development Charge Rebate Program

    Rebates for qualifying development charge projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 40,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
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  • Town of Cobourg logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants

    Municipal funding for community-focused initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Devon logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Town of Devon Community Grant Program

    Funding for community-enriching local projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Open Date : August 15, 2027 · Closing date : October 2, 2027
    Alberta, Canada
  • Town of Prescott logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Town of Prescott Community Grants Program – 2026 Grant Package (Intake #1)

    Community funding for local projects and initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Township of Champlain logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Township of Champlain — Community Grant

    Municipal funding for local community projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Severn logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Township of Severn — Grants and Funding

    Support for local community projects and organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Townshippers Research & Cultural Foundation (TRCF) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Townshippers Foundation Grants Program

    Funding for grassroots community projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Training grants for coaches game plan

    Funding for athlete coach education
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Calvin Institute of Christian Worship (CICW) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants

    Funding for Christian worship renewal projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $8,000 to $25,000
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Vitalization Program - RRF4

    Funding for community and economic vitality projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesCommercialization
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Weitz Family Foundation (WFF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Weitz Fellows Program

    Support for hosting a full-time fellow
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 56,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Lincoln, Omaha
  • Town of Penetanguishene logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Youth Endowment Fund

    Funding for youth community activities in Penetanguishene
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 400 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Penetanguishene, Ontario, Canada