Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund

Q: How much funding can be received?

Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund?

Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund is funded by Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI

Q: Who is eligible for the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund program?

Eligibility criteria are not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund?

You can contact Government of Prince Edward Island or by phone at 902-916-1854.

Q: Where is the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund available?

The Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund program is available the province of PE.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

PE, Canada

Support for francophone culture in PEI

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Up to 60% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : January 13, 2025
Closing date : March 10, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Closed

Overview

Get up to 60% of the total cost for your project that will attract francophone residents and visitors.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 66,000

Creating bilingual public art installations's parks

$ 48,000

Developing bilingual educational workshops on francophone culture

$ 84,000

Launching a bilingual cultural festival to attract francophone tourists

$ 66,000

Developing a bilingual virtual tour app for historical sites

$ 60,000

Hosting a francophone film festival to attract residents and visitors

$ 78,000

Establishing a bilingual bookstore focusing on francophone literature

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's organizational status and preparatory compliance.

The applicant must have a non-profit registration number.
The applicant must have a recognized executive committee.
The applicant must have $2 million liability insurance coverage.
New project submissions will not be reviewed if the applicant is in default on any reporting, project completion, or financial obligations to Innovation PEI until a resolution is reached.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations that have a non-profit registration number, a recognized executive committee, and $2 million liability insurance coverage are eligible to apply for financial assistance under the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund. The project submissions must not be in default on any obligations to Innovation PEI to be reviewed.

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies may not be eligible for this grant. Eligibility criteria may exclude companies involved in certain industries or activities.

Financial institutions
Gambling or adult entertainment businesses
Non-profit organizations

Eligible expenses

The Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund supports projects aimed at developing and promoting cultural experiences that enhance PEI’s Francophonie. These projects must have a significant Francophone aspect and contribute to attracting Francophone residents and visitors.

Development and promotion of a cultural experience with a strong Francophone component.
Marketing and promotion initiatives, including the creation of promotional materials such as posters, brochures, and ads.
Organizing and promoting festivals and cultural activities that highlight Francophone culture.

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection of projects for the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund are likely based on specific criteria to ensure that they align with the grant's objective to enhance and promote PEI’s vibrant Francophonie.

Clarity and strength of the Francophone component in the project proposal.
Potential of the project to attract Francophone residents and visitors.
Capacity to enhance the cultural experience and reinforce PEI’s Francophonie.
Feasibility of completing the project within the fiscal year.
Proposed budget and financial contributions from the applicant and partners.
Effectiveness of planned promotional and marketing activities.

How to apply

Confirm Eligibility

Ensure your organization is a registered non-profit.
Verify your executive committee is recognized.
Confirm you have $2 million liability insurance coverage.

Prepare Your Project Proposal

Draft a clear description of your proposed cultural experience or festival.
Set objectives for how your project will reinforce and promote PEI’s Francophonie.
Include a promotional plan for your event/activity.
Prepare a detailed project budget.

Complete the Application

Visit the grant application webpage and click the “Apply Now” button.
Fill out the application form, ensuring to provide all background and project details.

Submit Supporting Documents

Attach necessary documents such as organization background and project budget.
Use the provided spreadsheet format for the budget if applicable.

Submit the Application

Review all entered information for accuracy.
Submit the completed application online before the deadline.

Confirmation and Follow-Up

Receive confirmation of submission via email.
Maintain a copy of the confirmation email for your records.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

80% of the funds will be issued upon project approval, submission of required documents, and signing the funding agreement.
The final 20% of the funds will be released after the approval of final reporting documents and receipt of the final invoice.
A detailed project budget is required in the application.
Final reports must be submitted within 45 days following the end of the project or by March 31st.
Failure to resolve any defaults with Innovation PEI may result in an application not being reviewed.
The Innovation PEI logo must be used on all promotional materials for the funded project.
The financial contributions from other parties, including other government agencies and community partners, will be considered during application review.

Contacts

902-916-1854

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund. 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.