Grant and FundingClosed
Lambda Foundation Emerging 2SLGBTQ+ Francophone Writer Award
Annual support for emerging queer Francophone writers
Updated May 2026
Culture Grants and Funding Available in Ontario for 2026
Find the right arts and culture funding in Ontario. Understand eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply with clarity.
Ontario offers a wide range of culture grants and arts funding for organizations, artists, festivals, museums, and heritage projects. Programs span provincial, municipal, and federal sources, with options for project, operating, and capital support. This directory clarifies the landscape, outlines eligibility and application steps, and highlights resources across Ontario’s regions.
606 programs available
Grant and FundingClosedRecreation, Arts and Culture Grant / Tourism and Economic Development Grant
Funding for community and local development projects
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedYear Round Community Tennis Courts Program Presented by Rogers
Funding for year-round tennis facilities
Grant and FundingClosedIndigenous Climate Action Grants
Supports Indigenous-led climate action for Toronto’s urban Indigenous community- Other SupportClosed
Municipal Grant Application Form – Facility Waived Fees
Waived facility fees for community events 
Grant and FundingClosedRecreation Assistance Program (RAP)
Subsidized recreation access for Hamilton residents
Grant and FundingClosedRegional Economic Growth Through Innovation & Southern Ontario Prosperity Program
Funding for SMEs in Southern Ontario to grow, innovate and competeEligible Funding- Minimum amount : 125,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed2025 Community Grant Program
Funding for local community projects in Port Hope
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedInternational Agri-Food Workers Welcoming Communities Initiative
Funding for inclusive agri-food worker communitiesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosedTownship of Warwick Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Financial Incentive Grant Programs
Funding for community improvement projects
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Funding - Civic Events Funding
Supports inclusive, family-friendly events in Ottawa communities
Grant and FundingClosedBrant Community Foundation - Children & Youth Recreation Grant Program
Supports youth recreation programming in local communities
Grant and FundingClosedJumpstart - Richmond Hill Chapter
Funding for youth sports and recreation participation- Grant and FundingClosed
Downtown Hamilton Creative Placemaking Grant
Temporary creative projects in Downtown Hamilton 
Grant and FundingOpenClosing SoonThe Agape Foundation of London Grant Program
Funding for London community non-profits
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenMaRS Momentum
Strategic support for scaling high-growth companies- Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Property Grant Program - Cost sharing grant
Supports conservation of designated heritage properties for not-for-profits 
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedLambton Shores Community Improvement Plan
Supports property improvements in Lambton Shores
Grant and FundingClosedNan Yeomans Grant for Artistic Development
Support for emerging visual artists' growth
Grant and FundingClosedDowntown Port Perry Community Improvement Plan
Funding for downtown property revitalizationEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation- Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Funding - Equity and inclusion in the arts fund
Supports equity and inclusion in Ottawa’s arts communities 
Grant and FundingOpenArt and Culture Grants
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Other SupportClosedCommunity Service Organization Designation
Subsidized facility access for community organizations
Grant and FundingClosedMillion Dollar Makeover – Active Funding Opportunities (Community Improvement Plan Grants)
Funding for downtown improvement projects- Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Improvement Funding
Top-up funding for community improvement projects 
Grant and FundingOpenThe Ontario Trillium Foundation - Capital Grants
Funding to improve community spaces
Grant and FundingClosedTown of Halton Hills Recreation Financial Assistance
Affordable recreation access support for residents- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Improvement Plan Program
Municipal funding for property improvement projects 
Grant and FundingClosedOntario Sport Network Emergency Relief Fund
Emergency funding for Ontario sport organizations- Grant and FundingClosed
OAC — Multi and Inter-Arts Organizations: Operating
Operating support for Ontario multi-arts organizations 
Grant and FundingOpenKLF Project Funding Program
Funding for Lithuanian cultural and charitable projects- Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Literature – French-language projects
Support for francophone literary projects in Ontario 
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingClosedRBC Emerging Artist Residency Program
Residency and exhibition support for emerging artists- Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Neighbourhood Activation Fund
In-kind support for community-led neighbourhood events 
- Grant and FundingClosed
CEF Digital Program – Digital Equity Initiatives Stream
Supports digital equity initiatives in Hamilton - Grant and FundingClosed
Chalmers Professional Development Projects
Professional development support for Ontario artists - Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Local Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentives
Financial incentives for commercial property improvements 
- Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
City of Kawartha Lakes Strategic Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Funding for business and property improvements - Grant and FundingOpen
Waterloo Regional Heritage Foundation Grants
Funding for heritage projects in Waterloo Region 
Grant and FundingOpenPetrolia Community Fund Grants
Supports local quality-of-life improvement projects- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Municipal Accommodations Tax Fund
Funding for tourism projects in Gravenhurst - Grant and FundingClosed
OAC — Dance Organizations: Operating
Operating support for professional dance organizations 
- Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosed
Cultural Hotspot - Ignite Ideation
Support for exploratory community arts initiatives Find tailored funding for your business
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Grant and FundingClosedSimcoe County Tourism Development Fund
Funding for Simcoe County tourism and culture projects
Grant and FundingClosedBusiness Grants and Funding Opportunities
Municipal funding for business and property improvements
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedAffordable Access to Recreation & Transit
Affordable recreation and transit support in Thunder Bay- Grant and FundingClosed
Regional Economic Growth Through Innovation & Southern Ontario Prosperity Program — Not-for-profit organizations
Funding for business-support organizations in Southern OntarioEligible Funding- From $125,000 to $10,000,000
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation 
Grant and FundingClosedRTO 9 - COVID-19 Tourism Adaptation Fund
Funding for tourism businesses adapting to COVID-19Eligible Funding- From $1,500 to $20,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosedEquity through Diverse Impact (EDI) Grant
Support inclusive youth sport and recreation participation
Grant and FundingClosedFee Assistance In Recreation (FAIR)
Affordable recreation support for Cornwall residents- Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
North Perth Downtown Areas Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs
Downtown revitalization funding for property improvements 
Grant and FundingClosedOMIF — Music Industry Initiatives
Funding for Ontario music industry growth initiatives- Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Funding - Major arts, cultural festivals, agricultural fairs programs
Supports Ottawa arts, culture festivals, and agricultural fairs annually 
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedLeamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Financial incentives for Uptown revitalization
Grant and FundingClosedArmstrong Family Foundation — General Funding
Supports community-focused charitable initiatives- Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Winter Games Legacy Award
Bursaries for student athletes pursuing post-secondary studies - Grant and FundingOpen
Community, Youth & Cultural Funding Program
Municipal funding for community, youth, and cultural projects 
Grant and FundingClosedDufferin Vision Fund Grants
Supports cultural activities improving community mental health
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedCommunity Affiliation Policy
Support for local community leisure organizations- Other SupportClosed
Municipal Grant Application Form – In Kind Assistance
In-kind support for community events - Grant and FundingArchived
OAC — Public Art Galleries: Operating
Supports operating costs for Ontario public art galleries 
Grant and FundingClosedWenda Li Ontario Tree Climbing Championship Bursary
Support for first-time women tree climbing competitors
Grant and FundingClosedDurham Community Foundation Community Grants
Supports community initiatives aligned with local priorities
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedBusiness Facade Improvement Opportunity
Interest-free façade improvement support for businesses- Grant and FundingClosed
Elgin County’s Grants & Sponsorship Program
Funding for Elgin County community initiatives Discover how much grant funding is available for your business
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Grant and FundingOpenTAO — TAC Accessibility Grant
Supports accessibility costs for artists in funded projects
- Grant and FundingClosed
Competition Improvement Program - Part D: One-Time EV105 Grant
Funding for EV105 course improvements 
Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpenCity of Waterloo Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Funding for Uptown Waterloo property improvement projects- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Community Activation Grant (CAG) program
Support for small community initiatives in Oakville 
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedCity of Elliot Lake Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Municipal incentives for business and property improvements
Grant and FundingClosedInclusive Community Events Program
Complimentary community event space in Downtown London
- Grant and FundingClosed
SDG Regional Incentives Program
Funding for business property improvement projects - Grant and FundingOpen
OTF — Youth Innovations Scale Grant
Empower grassroots initiatives to scale impactful youth-focused projects, enhancing social and economic well-being 
Grant and FundingClosedBrian Todd Memorial Community Fund Grants
Brian Todd Memorial Community Fund (BTMCF), Miami and Area Foundation (MAF), The Lawrence Family Foundation (TLFF)Funding for Brighton community projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Municipality of Meaford Children & Youth Recreation Fund
Funding for youth recreation and cultural activities - Grant and FundingClosed
Temiskaming Shores Development Tourism Grant Program
Supports tourism development projects in Temiskaming Shores 
- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
The Ballytobin Foundation Grant
Funding for Kingston arts events at The Isabel 
- Grant and FundingClosed
Deaf and Disability Arts: Materials for Visual Artists
Materials funding for Ontario visual artists - Grant and FundingClosed
Kurling for Kids - Annual Fundraising Campaign
Fundraising campaign supporting children’s hospitals - Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program
Funding for supervised summer student jobs
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