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Accessibility Support Fund
Accessibility support for ArtsNL applicants
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
This fund helps artists cover accessibility support needed to complete ArtsNL grant applications and final reports. Eligible support may include interpretation, captioning, large print, communication assistance, and other accessibility services, with funding available up to $500 per fiscal year.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Assistance completing ArtsNL grant applications.
- Assistance preparing and submitting required final reports.
Documents Needed
- Accessibility Support Form completed by the ArtsNL program manager/officer
- Service Provider contact information
- Invoice for completed services
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Artists applying to ArtsNL granting programs
- Applicants needing accessibility support
Eligible expenses
- Costs of accessibility assistance from a Service Provider
- Support for application preparation and final report completion
Eligible geographic areas
- Applicants to ArtsNL granting programs
Processing and Agreement
- Requests are reviewed by the ArtsNL program manager/officer.
- Applicants are notified after the support request is approved.
- Service Provider details must be provided before payment is issued.
- Invoices are processed after the ArtsNL application is completed or the final report is required.
Additional information
- Requests are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- Support requests for application assistance should be made at least six weeks before the deadline.
- Applicants can contact the program manager/officer by phone, in person, videoconference, or Bell Relay service.
- Communication with ArtsNL is offered in English.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Accessibility Support Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Accessibility Support 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.
What is the Accessibility Support Fund?
This fund helps artists cover accessibility support needed to complete ArtsNL grant applications and final reports. Eligible support may include interpretation, captioning, large print, communication assistance, and other accessibility services, with funding available up to $500 per fiscal year.
How much funding can be received?
Accessibility Support Fund Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Accessibility Support Fund program?
To be eligible for the Accessibility Support Fund program, you must:
Artists needing accessibility support
Support for ArtsNL applications or final reports
What expenses are eligible under Accessibility Support Fund?
Assistance completing ArtsNL grant applications.
Assistance preparing and submitting required final reports.
Who can I contact for more information about the Accessibility Support Fund?
You can contact Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council by email at katrina@artsnl.ca or by phone at (709) 726-2212 ext. 2.
Where is the Accessibility Support Fund available?
The Accessibility Support Fund program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the Accessibility Support Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Accessibility Support Fund is a Other Support