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Arts Across Canada and Abroad

Q: How much funding can be received?

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

Q: 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.

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

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

Q: Where is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad available?

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

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

Arts Across Canada and Abroad is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Supports international arts promotion, touring, and cultural exchanges.

Grant and Funding

Canada Council for the Arts

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Selling in a new market

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 30,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

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

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.

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.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 25,000

Enhancing multimedia capabilities for digital art exhibitions

Documents Needed

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

Eligibility

The applicant must be an individual artist, arts professional, or arts organization.
The project must involve presenting or sharing artistic work across diverse communities.
The project should aim to foster relationships between artists and the public.

Who is eligible?

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

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

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

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

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

Selection criteria

Innovation and originality of the proposed activity.
Feasibility and clarity of the project plan.
Potential impact on international visibility of Canadian arts.
Alignment with strategic international engagement goals.
Cost-effectiveness and management capacity.

How to apply

Create and validate a profile on the online portal.Prepare the required documentation and project proposal.Access the specific application component relevant to your project.Complete and submit the application form before the deadline.Await processing and notification from the funding organization.

Processing and Agreement

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.

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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.