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Arts Across Canada and Abroad

Supports international arts promotion, touring, and cultural exchanges.
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

This program offers substantial financial support to arts organizations and individual artists seeking to showcase Canadian culture internationally. By providing funding for activities such as tour support, international residencies, and co-productions, it helps expand the reach of Canadian artistic expression and promote cross-cultural engagement. The support ranges up to $200,000 for circulation and touring, with additional funds available for translation, promotion, and overseas artist exchanges, fostering an inclusive and vibrant global cultural presence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Access new markets
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Local

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Organizing and executing touring and circulation of Canadian artworks globally.
  • Hosting international artists and facilitating international residencies.
  • Participating in arts festivals and co-production projects abroad.
  • Promoting Canadian arts through representation activities and outreach.
  • Providing translation services for artistic works and promotional materials.

Documents Needed

Proof of organization registration, detailed project proposal, budget, supporting letters, and previous work samples.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Arts organizations and not-for-profit arts entities.
  • Individual artists and arts professionals involved in international projects.

Eligible expenses

  • Travel costs for artists and personnel.
  • Promotion and representation activities.
  • Translation services.
  • Circulation and touring costs.
  • Foreign artists’ touring expenses.

Eligible geographic areas

Eligible applicants are based in Canada and involved in activities with international scope.

Additional information

Applicants must register and validate their profile online at least 30 days before applying. Multiple application deadlines are set throughout the year for different project components.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad. 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 Across Canada and Abroad?

This program offers substantial financial support to arts organizations and individual artists seeking to showcase Canadian culture internationally. By providing funding for activities such as tour support, international residencies, and co-productions, it helps expand the reach of Canadian artistic expression and promote cross-cultural engagement. The support ranges up to $200,000 for circulation and touring, with additional funds available for translation, promotion, and overseas artist exchanges, fostering an inclusive and vibrant global cultural presence.

How much funding can be received?

Arts Across Canada and Abroad Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program?

To be eligible for the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program, you must: Artists and arts organizations involved in sharing work globally.

What expenses are eligible under Arts Across Canada and Abroad?

Organizing and executing touring and circulation of Canadian artworks globally. Hosting international artists and facilitating international residencies. Participating in arts festivals and co-production projects abroad. Promoting Canadian arts through representation activities and outreach. Providing translation services for artistic works and promotional materials.

Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad?

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

Where is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad available?

The Arts Across Canada and Abroad program is available across Canada.

Is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Arts Across Canada and Abroad is a Grant and Funding

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