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Arts Abroad — Translation
Supports international translation of Canadian literary and dramatic works
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 44,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 2, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $20,000 for translation and up to $2,000 for related promotion, with a maximum of $44,000 per year. It supports the international translation of Canadian literary and dramatic works, including literary translation with related promotion and dramatic translation with surtitling for presentation outside Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 44,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : September 2, 2026
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
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Translation of a literary work by a Canadian author into a foreign language.
- Related promotional activities for an eligible literary translation.
- Translation and surtitling of a dramatic work by a Canadian author for presentation outside Canada.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Arts organizations
- Support organizations
- Artistic groups or collectives
- First Nations, Inuit or Métis groups, collectives or non-profits
- Foreign publishers or theatre organizations
Who is not eligible
- Canadian publishers
Eligible expenses
- Translation fees for eligible literary or dramatic works.
- Surtitling costs for eligible dramatic works.
- Related promotional expenses for eligible literary translation projects.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Translation and subtitling of films or videos.
- Translation of literary works into English or French.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Outside Canada for foreign publishers or theatre organizations
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed internally.
- Projects are assessed against impact, artistic merit and feasibility criteria and must meet the minimum score in each category.
- Projects with Indigenous content must also meet the respectful and ethical cultural and artistic practices requirement.
- Applicants are usually notified of results within 4 months of the deadline.
Additional information
- This opportunity is part of Arts Across Canada and Abroad.
- You can receive support for a maximum of 2 translations per year.
- You may submit up to 12 applications per calendar year.
- Application assistance is available for eligible lead applicants facing disability, mental health, language, geographic or cultural barriers.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Abroad — Translation Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Abroad — Translation. 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 Arts Abroad — Translation?
This program offers up to $20,000 for translation and up to $2,000 for related promotion, with a maximum of $44,000 per year. It supports the international translation of Canadian literary and dramatic works, including literary translation with related promotion and dramatic translation with surtitling for presentation outside Canada.
How much funding can be received?
Arts Abroad — Translation Funds up to $44,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Arts Abroad — Translation program?
To be eligible for the Arts Abroad — Translation program, you must:
Eligible arts or support organization
Canadian literary or dramatic work
Foreign-language translation for use outside Canada
What expenses are eligible under Arts Abroad — Translation?
Translation of a literary work by a Canadian author into a foreign language.
Related promotional activities for an eligible literary translation.
Translation and surtitling of a dramatic work by a Canadian author for presentation outside Canada.
Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Abroad — Translation?
You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Arts Abroad — Translation available?
The Arts Abroad — Translation program is available across Canada.
Is the Arts Abroad — Translation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts Abroad — Translation is a Grant and Funding