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Arts Abroad — Translation

Q: How much funding can be received?

Arts Abroad — Translation Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Arts Abroad — Translation a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Arts Abroad — Translation is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Arts Abroad — Translation?

Arts Abroad — Translation is funded by Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)

Q: Who is eligible for the Arts Abroad — Translation program?

To be eligible for the Arts Abroad — Translation program, you must: • Organizations, groups, or collectives may apply. • Project must involve translation of Canadian literary or dramatic works for publication or presentation.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Abroad — Translation?

You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA).

Q: Where is the Arts Abroad — Translation available?

The Arts Abroad — Translation program is available across Canada.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Arts Abroad — Translation program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Arts Abroad — Translation program.

Last Update: December 3, 2025

Canada

Supports translation of Canadian literary and dramatic works

Grant and Funding

Canada Council for the Arts

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

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
International Activities

Target group

Indigenous peoples
People with disabilities
Artists / creatives

Revenue structure

All structures

Scope

International

Overview

The Arts Abroad — Translation grant provides funding to support the translation of Canadian literary or dramatic works into French, English, Indigenous languages, American Sign Language (ASL), Quebec Sign Language (LSQ), or other regional or Indigenous sign languages for publication or presentation in Canada or internationally. Eligible activities include costs related to the translation of works intended for Canadian or international audiences; maximum funding amount is not specified.

Activities funded

Translation of Canadian literary or dramatic works into French, English, an Indigenous language from Canada, American Sign Language (ASL), Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) or other regional/Indigenous sign languages for publication or presentation in Canada.
Translation of Canadian literary or dramatic works for international publication or presentation.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 20,000

Translation of academic essays by Canadian authors into Arabic for academic use in Egypt

$ 20,000

Translation of Margaret Atwood’s poetry collection into Japanese for release in Japan

$ 20,000

Translation of a Canadian novel by Alice Munro into Spanish for distribution in Spain

$ 20,000

Translation of a Canadian children’s book into Mandarin Chinese for distribution in China

$ 20,000

Translation of a Canadian play by Michel Tremblay into German for Berlin theatre

$ 20,000

Translation of a Canadian science fiction anthology into Korean for release in South Korea

Eligibility

The applicant must be an artist, arts professional, group, or organization based in Canada.
The project must involve the translation of Canadian literary or dramatic works into French, English, an Indigenous language (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis), American Sign Language (ASL), Quebec Sign Language (LSQ), or other regional or Indigenous sign languages for publication or presentation in Canada.

Who is eligible?

Arts organizations
Artistic groups
Collectives
International literary publishers

Who is not eligible

Organizations (other than theatre organizations) currently receiving core (operating) grants from the Canada Council for the Arts.
Entities applying for activities that have already received funding from another Canada Council program.

Eligible expenses

Translation costs for literary or dramatic works from Canada into French, English, an Indigenous language, American Sign Language (ASL), Quebec Sign Language (LSQ), or other regional or Indigenous sign languages for publication or presentation in Canada.

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations, groups, collectives, and publishers from Canada.

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

Create Account and Profile

Create an account on the Arts Abroad funding portal.
Submit one or more profiles for validation at least 30 days before you intend to apply.

Validate Eligibility

Ensure your profile is validated to confirm eligibility for the grant application.

Draft Application

Prepare a detailed grant application for the translation of literary or dramatic works.
Include translation costs, promotional activities and any other project specifics required.

Application Assistance

If applicable, apply for Application Assistance if you identify as eligible based on provided criteria.

Submit Application

Upload all required documents and submit the application through the portal.
Submit your application by one of the specified deadlines: 10 January, 5 June, or 25 September 2024.

Confirmation

Receive confirmation of your submission via email with your application details.

Additional information

Application deadlines for the Translation component are January 14, April 22, and September 2, 2026.
Guidance and resources are available to assist applicants with using the portal and preparing required documents.
Application assistance is available for individuals and groups who self-identify as Deaf, hard of hearing, having a disability, living with mental illness, or as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis facing barriers.
The program encompasses activities that were previously funded by earlier Canada Council programs related to translation and arts mobility.

Documents and links

Arts Abroad — Translation

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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.