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Artists in Residence (Education)
Supports artist-led arts learning in schools
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports artist-in-residence partnerships in Ontario schools. It provides funding for artist fees and related project costs for creative learning activities with students.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Artist-in-residence projects in schools
- Creative learning projects involving artists, teachers and students
- Board-wide arts initiatives in Ontario schools
Documents Needed
- Project details and goals
- Names of participating artists and schools
- Answers to the application questions
- School board or educational authority profile in Nova
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Publicly funded Ontario school boards
Eligible expenses
- Artist fees and artist travel
- Small equipment, software, electronics, materials and equipment rental
- Consumable materials and artist professional development
- Project documentation, childcare and accessibility-related costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Artist performances without creative engagement for students
- Major capital costs, including buildings and major equipment
- Student field trips
- School board staffing costs, including teacher release time
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the Nova system.
- Eligible proposals are assessed against OAC priorities and program capacity.
- Invited partners are selected in collaboration with OAC.
- Approved applicants must complete the project and submit a final report in Nova.
Additional information
- Participation is by invitation only.
- School boards should contact the program officer to confirm fit.
- The program runs over a seven-year partnership period.
- A final report must be submitted in Nova.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Artists in Residence (Education) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Artists in Residence (Education). 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 Artists in Residence (Education)?
This program supports artist-in-residence partnerships in Ontario schools. It provides funding for artist fees and related project costs for creative learning activities with students.
Who is eligible for the Artists in Residence (Education) program?
To be eligible for the Artists in Residence (Education) program, you must:
Invited applicants only
Publicly funded Ontario school boards
Must fit OAC priorities
What expenses are eligible under Artists in Residence (Education)?
Artist-in-residence projects in schools
Creative learning projects involving artists, teachers and students
Board-wide arts initiatives in Ontario schools
Who can I contact for more information about the Artists in Residence (Education)?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) by email at aacheampong@arts.on.ca or by phone at 416-969-7448.
Where is the Artists in Residence (Education) available?
The Artists in Residence (Education) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Artists in Residence (Education) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Artists in Residence (Education) is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Artists in Residence (Education)?
Artists in Residence (Education) is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)