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Culture Grants and Funding in Manitoba for 2026

Manitoba offers a diverse ecosystem of cultural funding supporting artists, non‑profits, festivals, museums, heritage conservation, and creative industries. Programs span provincial, municipal, federal, and community sources, including targeted supports in Winnipeg, Northern Manitoba, and rural regions. This directory explains the main funding types, eligibility considerations, and practical steps to prepare strong applications in 2026.

86 programs available
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII) in the Prairie provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    Supports Prairie businesses entering defence supply chains
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : December 5, 2025
    • Closing date : December 31, 2027
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Sport Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Bison Transport Women to Watch Grant

    Sport Manitoba
    Funding for young female sport development in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 15, 2026
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Sport Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Coach or Official Assistance Grant

    Sport Manitoba
    Funding for coach and official development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 1, 2026
    • Closing date : March 31, 2027
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD) in the Prairie provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    Supports Prairie community economic development
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Sport Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Fleming Family Hockey Coach Scholarship

    Sport Manitoba
    Support for Manitoba hockey coaches
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,200 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : May 15, 2027
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Heritage Grants Program (HGP)

    Government of Manitoba
    Supports projects that preserve and interpret Manitoba’s human and natural heritage
    Eligible Funding
    • Minimum amount : 1,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • The McCain Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    McCain Foundation Grants

    The McCain Foundation
    Support for community-focused charitable projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Pinawa Community Foundation Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Pinawa Foundation

    Pinawa Community Foundation Inc.
    Community funding for local charitable projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 1, 2026
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE)

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
    Support for innovation ecosystems across the Prairie provinces
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) in the Prairie Provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
    Support for responsible AI commercialization and adoption
    Eligible Funding
    • From $250,000 to $5,000,000
    • Up to 0.9% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyHuman Resources
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Sport Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Sport Manitoba Coaching Bursaries

    Sport Manitoba
    Tuition support for student coaches in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $500
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : August 31, 2026
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Arts, Culture and Sport in Community (ACSC) Fund

    Government of Manitoba
    Support for community arts, culture and sport projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • The Boissevain and Morton Foundation Incorporated logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Boissevain and Morton Foundation

    The Boissevain and Morton Foundation Incorporated
    Local charitable funding for 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)
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 9, 2025
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Canada Iceland Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Canada Iceland Foundation Grant Program

    Canada Iceland Foundation
    Support for emerging writers on Icelandic themes
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Canadian Career Apprenticeship Initiative (CCAI) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Canadian Career Apprenticeship Initiative — University Partnership Program

    Canadian Career Apprenticeship Initiative (CCAI)
    Funding for graduate career apprenticeships
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman Resources
    BC, Manitoba, Ontario, Canada
  • Community Foundation of Portage & District Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Foundation of Portage and District Grant Program

    Community Foundation of Portage & District Inc.
    Funding for 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)
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, Canada
  • Francofonds Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Initiatives Grants

    Francofonds Inc.
    Microfinancing for Francophone community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 27, 2025
    Manitoba, Canada
  • The Farquharson Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Farquharson Foundation Scholarship

    The Farquharson Foundation
    Scholarships for students in financial need
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Marathon Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Helen Steinkopf Fund

    Manitoba Marathon Foundation
    Support for inclusive holiday and recreation experiences
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 30, 2026
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Kurling for Kids (K4K) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Kurling for Kids - Annual Fundraising Campaign

    Kurling for Kids (K4K)
    Fundraising campaign supporting children’s hospitals
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Artists in Communities

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Arts funding for underserved communities
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $15,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Community Impact

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Funding for community arts programming
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Competitions

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Support for arts and culture prize competitions
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Create

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Support for artistic creation and development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Operate

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Supports ongoing arts organization operations
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $750,000
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : January 25, 2026
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    MAC — Present

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Funding for artistic presentations and publications
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Prizes

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Annual prize recognizing outstanding Manitoban arts achievers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Residencies

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Support for creative residencies in Riding Mountain
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Strengthen

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Support for arts organizations to strengthen capacity
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    MAC — Tour

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Support for touring arts projects in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Canadian Heritage, Government of Canada
    Support for major recurring festivals in British Columbia
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • The Winnipeg Foundation logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Manitoba Heritage Trust Program (MHTP)

    The Winnipeg Foundation
    Supports heritage endowment fund growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Canada's History Society logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Nobleman Scholar Program

    Canada's History Society
    Paid history internship for graduate students
    Eligible Funding
    • From $14,000 to $21,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 1, 2026
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
  • Tiger Hills Community Foundation (THCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Oak Lake and Area Foundation Grants

    Tiger Hills Community Foundation (THCF)
    Community funding for local nonprofit projects
    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
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Tiger Hills Community Foundation (THCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Onanole Foundation Grant Program

    Tiger Hills Community Foundation (THCF)
    Funding for local community capital projects
    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
    Construction and Renovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Pembina-Manitou Area Foundation (PMAF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Pembina-Manitou Area Foundation Grants

    Pembina-Manitou Area Foundation (PMAF)
    Local funding for community projects and charities
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Municipality of Port Hope logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Recreation Fee Assistance Program

    Municipality of Port Hope
    Recreation access support for Port Hope residents
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Canada
  • Rivers and Area Community Foundation (RACF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Rivers Wetlands Project

    Rivers and Area Community Foundation (RACF)
    Community funding for local projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Sport Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sport Development Grant

    Sport Manitoba, Town of Oakville
    Support for local sport development initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 15, 2026
    • Closing date : May 31, 2026
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Red River Mutual logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Spruce Up Your Story

    Red River Mutual
    Funding for community space restoration
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : May 31, 2026
    Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Canada Iceland Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Goodman Writer's Grant

    Canada Iceland Foundation
    Funding for emerging Icelandic-themed writers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Our Foundation Thompson logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Thompson Community Foundation

    Our Foundation Thompson
    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)
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 21, 2020
    Thompson, Manitoba, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in the Prairie provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Supports tourism businesses adapting and growing
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Western Canada

    Government of 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
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Manitoba Foster Family Network Inc logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Trails Grant for Manitoba

    Manitoba Foster Family Network Inc
    Funding for recreational trail projects in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 15, 2021
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Winnipeg Police Service Endowment Fund (WPS) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Winnipeg Heritage Incentive Programs

    Winnipeg Police Service Endowment Fund (WPS)
    Funding for heritage-led development in Winnipeg
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Frequently asked questions about culture grants in Manitoba

Find concise answers about Manitoba arts grants, eligibility, deadlines, budgets, reporting, and how to strengthen applications in 2026.

How do I apply for Manitoba Arts Council grants?

Review the program guidelines and confirm eligibility, then register on the application portal and prepare a concise proposal, work plan, and balanced budget. Attach support materials and letters. helloDarwin can help identify the right stream, align the budget, and review your application for clarity and compliance.

What is the difference between MAC and Winnipeg Arts Council funding?

MAC funds artists and organizations across Manitoba, while the Winnipeg Arts Council focuses on activities within the City of Winnipeg, including operating support and public art. Some applicants apply to both, respecting eligibility and stacking rules. Choose the program that matches your location, activity, and scale.

Which grants support music recording and touring in Manitoba?

Manitoba Film and Music offers recording and market development support, while FACTOR and Musicaction provide complementary funding. Touring grants may appear in provincial, municipal, and federal programs. Strengthen your case with a clear release plan, marketing strategy, and realistic per diems.

Are Manitoba arts grants taxable for artists and organizations?

Tax treatment depends on your legal status and the nature of expenses. Many grants are considered business income for self‑employed artists and must be reported, with eligible deductions applied. Organizations should follow accounting standards and seek professional advice.

What expenses are typically eligible in project grants?

Eligible costs often include artist fees, production, venue rental, travel and per diems, marketing, accessibility measures, insurance, and documentation. Equipment purchases and capital work may be restricted to specific programs. Always confirm eligibility in the guidelines.

How can helloDarwin help cultural organizations in Manitoba secure funding?

helloDarwin combines consulting and SaaS tools to map relevant Manitoba cultural funding, assess eligibility, structure budgets, and manage timelines. We help organizations compare project, operating, and capital options and prepare compliant, competitive submissions.

Do festival grants exist for small communities in Manitoba?

Yes. Community festivals programs at municipal, provincial, and federal levels support planning, marketing, volunteers, accessibility, and insurance. Small towns can also combine heritage and tourism funds. Provide a risk plan, audience metrics, and a volunteer coordination strategy.

How do I budget matching funds and in‑kind contributions?

Identify confirmed cash sources, pending revenues, and realistic in‑kind items (space, equipment, volunteer time where eligible). Respect stacking limits and document all contributions. A clear financing plan increases feasibility scores.

What is the difference between project and operating grants in Manitoba?

Project grants fund time‑limited activities with specific outputs, while operating grants support ongoing programming and core capacity. Operating support is typically for established non‑profits meeting governance and performance criteria.

Can helloDarwin assist individual artists with grant applications?

Yes. helloDarwin can help artists select the right Manitoba arts grants, refine statements, budgets, and schedules, and ensure eligibility and compliance. We also provide guidance on letters of support, portfolios, and reporting.

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