Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund

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?

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.

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.

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.