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Articipate — Creation and Development Grant
Support for new artistic work development
Funding available
$ 3,000
Deadline
July 6, 2025
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Supports the exploration, experimentation, and development of new artistic work at the Shenkman Arts Centre. Applicants can request up to $3,000 for one-week projects in the Richcraft Theatre.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario, Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Rehearsals and choreography
- Creation of new artistic works
- Audio, film, and multimedia production
- Project research aligned with artistic practice
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project budget
- Support materials
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated not-for-profit arts organizations
- Unincorporated arts collectives
- Individual artists
Who is not eligible
- Non-arts organizations
- For-profit organizations and businesses
- Political parties
- Government bodies or crown corporations
- Applicants with overdue or incomplete past ARTicipate reports
Eligible expenses
- Expenses directly related to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses not directly related to the project
- Projects outside the Shenkman Arts Centre
- Public-facing performances or events
- Non-arts events and activities
- For-profit or corporate ventures
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa/Gatineau Region
- Pikwàkanagàn First Nation
- Kitigan Zibi First Nation
Selection criteria
- Artistic merit
- Project viability
- Community impact
- Priority to projects meeting program objectives
How to apply
- Step 1: Download the application package
- Review the guidelines and terms and conditions.
- Use the application form provided by the program.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the application form.
- Prepare the project budget.
- Gather support materials.
- Step 3: Submit by email
- Send the final application package and support materials by email to the program.
- Recorded audio or video applications are also accepted.
- Step 4: Await confirmation
- Wait for an email confirmation of receipt.
- Successful applicants will later receive funding and booking confirmation details.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission
- Successful applicants are notified by email
- Booking dates are confirmed with Shenkman Arts Centre staff
- Funding is released after booking and grant contracts are signed
- A final report is required after the project ends
Additional information
- Applications were due July 6, 2025 at 4:00 pm.
- Recorded audio or video applications are accepted.
- Successful applicants must attend a mandatory orientation session.
- Final reports are due within 2 months after project completion.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant Program
What is the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant?
Supports the exploration, experimentation, and development of new artistic work at the Shenkman Arts Centre. Applicants can request up to $3,000 for one-week projects in the Richcraft Theatre.
How much funding can be received?
Articipate — Creation and Development Grant Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program?
To be eligible for the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program, you must:
Based in Ottawa/Gatineau region
Arts organization, collective, or artist
Project uses Shenkman Arts Centre space
What expenses are eligible under Articipate — Creation and Development Grant?
Rehearsals and choreography
Creation of new artistic works
Audio, film, and multimedia production
Project research aligned with artistic practice
Who can I contact for more information about the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant?
You can contact Articipate by email at alex@artsottawa.ca or by phone at 613-580-2767.
Where is the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant available?
The Articipate — Creation and Development Grant program is available the province of Ontario, Quebec.
Is the Articipate — Creation and Development Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Articipate — Creation and Development Grant is a Partnering and Collaboration