Arts Abroad — Residencies
At a glance
- Max. $20,000
- Open Date : January 23, 2024
- Closing date : October 30, 2024
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Canada Council for the Arts
Overview
Eligibility criteria
The eligibility criteria for this grant are as follows:
- Must be invited or selected by an international organization to participate in a residency of at least 1 week
- Types of potential applicants include artists, curators, arts professionals, artistic groups, and artistic organizations
Eligible expenses
The Residencies component of Arts Abroad grant supports eligible expenses such as:
- Creative research activities
- Creation-related expenses
- Networking activities
Eligible projects & activities
The Residencies component of the Arts Abroad grant funds activities related to international artistic and cultural exchanges for Canadian artists and organizations. Eligible projects include creative research, creation, and networking activities within the context of an international residency.
- Creative research
- Creation
- Networking activities
Evaluation & 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
- Step 1: Create an account on the portal and submit one or more profile(s) for validation at least 30 days before you want to apply
- Step 2: Make sure you are invited or selected by an international organization to participate in a residency of at least 1 week; if not, consider applying to the Explore and Create: Research and Creation component
- Step 3: Gather information and prepare your application for creative research, creation, or networking activities
- Step 4: Ensure that your activities do not occur before your departure date, do not receive funding from another Canada Council program, and are not on the general list of ineligible activities
- Step 5: Check the eligibility criteria for potential applicants, including artists, arts professionals, artistic groups, and organizations
- Step 6: Apply by the specified deadlines and consider the grant amount of up to $20,000
Arts Abroad Residencies Grant Summary
Arts Abroad Residencies Grant Details:
The Arts Abroad Residencies component provides funding for international artistic and cultural exchanges for Canadian artists, arts professionals, and organizations. This grant supports creative research, creation, and networking activities during international residencies. Applicants must be invited or selected by an international organization for a residency of at least 1 week.
Eligible activities include creative research, creation, and networking, with a maximum grant amount of $20,000. Artists, curators, arts professionals, artistic groups, and organizations can apply, and organizations receiving core grants can apply for exceptional projects. Deadlines for this grant are on February 14, June 26, and October 30, 2024.
For more information, eligibility criteria, guidelines, and application forms, applicants can refer to the Canada Council for the Arts website. This grant provides an opportunity for Canadian artists and organizations to engage in international artistic collaborations and expand their creative horizons.
