Articipate — Creation and Development Grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

Articipate — Creation and Development Grant Funds up to 5000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Articipate — Creation and Development Grant is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant?

Articipate — Creation and Development Grant is funded by Articipate

Q: Who is eligible for the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program?

To be eligible for the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program, you must: • For-profit organizations and businesses are not eligible.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant?

You can contact Articipate by email at alex@artsnetottawa.ca.

Q: Where is the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant available?

The Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program is available the province of ON.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Ottawa, ON

Funding support for developing new artistic work in Ottawa-Gatineau

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000

Timeline

Closing date : July 19, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Closed

Overview

The Articipate Creation and Development Grant offers up to $5,000 in funding, plus $5,000 in in-kind support, to facilitate the exploration and development of new artistic works. Eligible activities include rehearsals, artistic creation, multimedia production, and research, taking place at the Richcraft Theatre in the Shenkman Arts Centre.

Financing terms and conditions

Maximum funding of up to $5,000 per project.
Additional in-kind support valued at $5,000 from the Shenkman Arts Centre (includes rentals and staffing).
Funds are released in two installments: an initial payment upon signing Grant and Booking contracts, and a final installment issued after project completion and approval of final report.

Activities funded

Rehearsals and choreography for new artistic projects.
Design and creation of new artistic works, including painting, visual arts, and literary works.
Audio, film, and multimedia production as well as project development.
Research activities that align with the applicant's artistic practice.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 5,000

Installation and creation of a large-scale immersive painting series

$ 4,975

Rehearsal period for a bilingual contemporary dance production

$ 4,950

Creation and exhibition of a textile art installation on migration

$ 4,750

Development of an original francophone children’s play script

$ 4,900

Research and workshop series in experimental electronic sound art

$ 4,985

Production of a short multimedia film about local Algonquin stories

Eligibility

The lead applicant must be based in the Ottawa/Gatineau region, including Pikwàkanagàn and Kitigan Zibi First Nations.
The applicant must be an incorporated, not-for-profit arts organization, a non-incorporated arts collective (group of two or more active artists), or an individual artist.
The applicant must have a mandate to present arts programming or an independent arts practice.
The project must take place within the Shenkman Arts Centre between September 2024 and May 2025.

Who is eligible?

Incorporated, not-for-profit arts organizations
Non-incorporated arts collectives (groups of two or more active artists)
Individual artists

Who is not eligible

For-profit organizations and businesses.
Non-arts organizations (whose primary mandate is not arts related).
Political parties.
Government bodies or crown corporations.
Resident Art Partners at the Shenkman Arts Centre, including their board and staff members.

Eligible expenses

Expenses directly related to the project, as detailed in the project budget form.
Costs associated with rehearsals and artistic development conducted at the Shenkman Arts Centre.
Materials and supplies necessary for the creation or development of new artistic works.
Audio, film, or multimedia production costs required for the project.
Research expenses directly supporting the artistic practice.

Eligible geographic areas

Applicants based in the Ottawa/Gatineau Region, including Pikwàkanagàn and Kitigan Zibi First Nations.

Selection criteria

Artistic merit of the project.
Viability of the project.
Impact of the project on the community.
Alignment with the funding objectives of the ARTicipate Project Grant (priority given to projects meeting these objectives).

How to apply

Review guidelines and requirements

Carefully review the ARTicipate Project Grant Guidelines
Read all Terms and Conditions
Use guidelines as a reference during application

Verify applicant and project eligibility

Check if you meet eligibility criteria for applicants
Verify project eligibility and ineligible activities
Confirm residency requirements (Ottawa/Gatineau Region or specified First Nations)

Prepare application documents

Prepare all required documentation for the application
Complete the application form
Attach a detailed project budget
Compile relevant support materials demonstrating previous work

Submit application before deadline

Submit the completed application, project budget, and support materials by the deadline
Ensure submission is made before July 19th, 4:00pm 2024

Wait for results notification

Await email notification regarding the outcome of your application
Unsuccessful applicants may request jury feedback and reapply

Sign agreements and receive funding

For funded projects, sign Booking and Grant contracts with Shenkman Arts Centre and Arts Network Ottawa
Finalize project and venue dates
Receive funding in two installments (final payment upon submission and approval of final report)

Complete project and submit final report

Complete funded project activities within determined period
Fill out and submit mandatory Final Reporting Forms within 2 months of project completion

Additional information

Support materials such as photos, videos, or documentation showcasing previous or proposed work must be clearly labeled and included in the application.
Recorded (audio/video) applications are accepted; applicants are encouraged to request accessibility arrangements if needed.
Grant recipients do not need to include insurance costs in their budget, as these are covered by Arts Network Ottawa.
Unsuccessful applicants may request Jury feedback and resubmit revised applications at a later deadline.

Contacts

alex@artsnetottawa.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant. 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.