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 FundingClosed
Spruce the Bruce
Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RTO7)
Funding for downtown and tourism improvements
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Soldier On Grant Program
Soldier On
Supports active living through equipment funding
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Articipate — Creation and Development Grant
Articipate
Support for new artistic work development
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Events Program (CEP)
Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc
Municipal support for community events
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
Township of Laurentian Valley Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Grant Programs
Township of Laurentian Valley (LV)
Funding for eligible property improvements in Laurentian Valley
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
John Andrews Foundation Grant Program
John Andrews Foundation, Jordan Family Foundation
Funding for charitable projects in Northwestern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada