Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Arts Nova Scotia
Overview of Available Grants and Funding
Content last updated: February 3, 2026
List of grants and funding offered by Arts Nova Scotia
5 opportunities available
Grant and FundingOpen
Operate - Sustain
Arts Nova ScotiaSupports stability for arts organizations involving professional artists
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 550,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Operate - Activate
Arts Nova ScotiaProvides operational support for arts organizations in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Mi'kmaq Arts Program
Arts Nova ScotiaSupports Mi'kmaq artists with funding for art development and presentation
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Grants to Organizations and Groups
Arts Nova ScotiaFinancial support for arts organizations and artist groups in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Equity Funding Initiative
Arts Nova ScotiaSupports professional artists from designated communities to develop, present, and grow their arts practice.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects