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2025 Artist in Residence program
Year-long music residency supporting community engagement
Last Update: May 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 28, 2026
Location
Kitchener, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers a maximum honorarium of $10,000 for a year-long artist residency in Kitchener. It supports community-engaged music projects, including innovative programming, collaboration, and activities that strengthen connections with residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 28, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Kitchener
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Artists / creatives
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Innovative community-engaged music programs
- Music projects that create meaningful experiences for residents of all ages
- Youth talent development through training, songwriting, recording, or performances
- Inclusive intergenerational music-making and community-building activities
Documents Needed
- Resume, short biography, or relevant credentials
- Letter of intent
- Audio or video samples
- Community engagement plan
- High-level budget and schedule
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Musicians
- Music educators
- Music entrepreneurs
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Applicants without a connection to Waterloo Region
- Applicants who do not demonstrate commitment to their practice
Eligible expenses
- Collaborative contributor or mentor fees
- Supplies and other project resources
- Other approved out-of-pocket project expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Waterloo Region
- Kitchener
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline by a selection committee
- Shortlisted artists may be interviewed before final selection
- The selected artist must sign a legal agreement with the City of Kitchener
- The City may end or re-open the competition if needed
Additional information
- Information sessions are available, and attendance is not required to apply.
- The selected artist will enter into a legal agreement with the City of Kitchener.
- Applications must be complete and submitted by the deadline.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 Artist in Residence program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the 2025 Artist in Residence program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the 2025 Artist in Residence program?
This program offers a maximum honorarium of $10,000 for a year-long artist residency in Kitchener. It supports community-engaged music projects, including innovative programming, collaboration, and activities that strengthen connections with residents.
How much funding can be received?
2025 Artist in Residence program Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the 2025 Artist in Residence program program?
To be eligible for the 2025 Artist in Residence program program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Lives or works in Waterloo Region
Committed to artistic practice
What expenses are eligible under 2025 Artist in Residence program?
Innovative community-engaged music programs
Music projects that create meaningful experiences for residents of all ages
Youth talent development through training, songwriting, recording, or performances
Inclusive intergenerational music-making and community-building activities
Who can I contact for more information about the 2025 Artist in Residence program?
You can contact City of Kitchener by email at artistinresidence@kitchener.ca or by phone at 519-783-8302.
Where is the 2025 Artist in Residence program available?
The 2025 Artist in Residence program program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Ontario.
Is the 2025 Artist in Residence program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
2025 Artist in Residence program is a Grant and Funding