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Arts Abroad — Residencies
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Grant for international arts research or networking
Grant and Funding
Overview
Get up to $20,000 to cover eligible costs when you are invited to participate in an artistic or cultural exchange involving creative research, creation or networking activities within the context of an international residency.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : October 30, 2024
- Closing date : October 30, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- International Activities
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- International
Activities funded
- Creative research carried out during an international residency.
- Artistic creation undertaken as part of a residency abroad.
- Networking activities conducted within the framework of an international residency.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 10,000
Creative residency at the International Writers' Workshop in Hong Kong focusing on a new novel
$ 11,500
Networking at an international cultural exchange event in Tokyo for Canadian dance companies
$ 15,000
Cultural exchange program in Paris for creative research on contemporary sculpture techniques
$ 16,500
Artistic residency in Milan for the creation of a new interactive multimedia exhibit
$ 16,000
Participation in an artistic residency in Berlin for creative research on mixed media installations
$ 10,200
Creative research in New York on the impact of pop culture in modern art
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a Canadian artist, arts professional, artistic group, collective, or arts organization.
- The applicant must create and validate a profile in the granting portal before applying.
- The applicant must be invited or selected by an international organization to participate in a residency of at least one week.
- An organization currently receiving core (operating) grants is eligible only for exceptional projects that extend beyond regular activities and must demonstrate the project's exceptional nature.
Who is eligible?
- Artistic organizations
- Artistic groups and collectives
Who is not eligible
- Companies or organizations applying for activities that have already occurred before the residency departure date.
- Applicants seeking funding for activities already financed by another Canada Council program.
Eligible expenses
- Expenses related to creative research within the context of an international residency.
- Costs associated with creation activities during the residency period.
- Networking expenditures directly linked to participation in the residency.
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Quality and feasibility of the proposed activities
- Artistic merit and potential impact of the project
- Relevance of the residency to the applicant's practice
- Demonstration of international networking and collaboration
- Clarity and completeness of the application
How to apply
1
Create an Account
- Access the grant portal.
- Create your account if you haven't done so yet.
2
Validate Profile
Submit one or more profiles for validation at least 30 days before you plan to apply.
3
Determine Eligibility
Check if you are eligible based on your profile and the residency requirements.
4
Gather Required Documents
- Collect documents such as invitations or confirmations from international organizations.
- Prepare information related to creative research, creation, or networking activities.
5
Prepare Application
- Fill out the application form available on the portal.
- Complete budget forms and appendices if required.
6
Submit Application
- Log back into the portal to upload all required documents.
- Review the application for accuracy and completeness.
- Submit the application by the specified deadlines.
7
Confirm Submission
- Receive a confirmation from the portal with your application details.
- Keep a copy of confirmation for your records.
Additional information
- Applicants can request application assistance if they self-identify as Deaf, hard of hearing, have a disability, mental illness, or are First Nations, Inuit, or Métis facing barriers.
- The applicant's profile must be validated in the portal at least 30 days prior to the application.
- Annual application limits are applicable.
- Consult the Deadlines and Notification of Results page for information on the results timeline.
