Articipate — Creation and Development Grant

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.

• 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.