Get a grant of up to $20,000 to cover costs associated with the translation of Canadian literary works or dramatic works for international presentation or publication.

Eligibility criteria

The Translation component of Arts Abroad funds the translation of Canadian literary works or dramatic works for international presentation or publication. Eligible applicants include international literary publishers, theatre organizations, theatre companies, multidisciplinary groups, and collectives.

The applicant must be an international literary publisher or theatre organization.
Theatre organizations presently receiving core (operating) grants can apply to this component.
Other organizations presently receiving core (operating) grants cannot apply.

Who is eligible

Eligible types of companies for this grant include international literary publishers, theatre organizations, theatre and multidisciplinary groups and collectives, theatre companies, dramaturgical organizations, and multidisciplinary organizations.

International literary publishers
Theatre organizations
Theatre and multidisciplinary groups and collectives
Theatre companies and dramaturgical organizations
Multidisciplinary organizations

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include costs related to translation and surtitling, promotional expenses for the translated book, and related promotional activities.

Costs related to translation and surtitling, based on standard translation rates
Promotional expenses such as ads, posters, publicist fees, and special events

Eligible projects & activities

Eligible projects for the Translation component of Arts Abroad grant include the translation of Canadian-authored literary works into a foreign language, translation and surtitling of Canadian-authored dramatic works for foreign presentation, and related promotional activities.

Translation of Canadian-authored literary works into a foreign language
Translation and surtitling of Canadian-authored dramatic works for foreign presentation
Related promotional activities for the translated book

Evaluation & selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:

Demonstration of the international reach and impact of the proposed translation or surtitling project.
Evidence of the applicant's experience and capacity to effectively manage and deliver the proposed project.
Clarity and feasibility of the project plan, including timelines and budget allocation.
Potential for the translation or surtitling project to contribute to the promotion and dissemination of Canadian literary or dramatic works internationally.

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: Determine your eligibility based on the validated profile created in the portal
Step 3: Prepare your application by detailing the translation project, costs, and related promotional activities
Step 4: Submit your application before the deadline with all required documents and information
Step 5: Await the notification of results and funding decision

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