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Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies - Canada
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Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies

Support for artists and arts organizations from Canada to attend residencies abroad.
Offered by
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Official source: arts-services.ca

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Funding available
$ 20,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply

Artists and arts workers

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Overview

Support for artists, arts workers, artistic groups and artistic organizations from Canada to attend a residency abroad.

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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
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
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • International Activities
Target groups
  • Indigenous peoples
  • People with disabilities
  • Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • International

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Participation in an international residency of at least 5 consecutive days.
  • Creative research or creation during the residency.
  • International networking activities within the residency.

Documents Needed

  • Arts and cultural CV or resume
  • Information about the host organization
  • Letter from the host organization confirming participation and residency length
  • At least one sample of previous work

Official resources

Official page

Official program page

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Artists and arts workers
  • Artistic groups
  • Artistic organizations
  • First Nations, Inuit or Métis artists or arts/cultural workers
  • First Nations, Inuit or Métis groups, collectives, and not-for-profit organizations

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants seeking support for activities taking place in Canada
  • Applicants seeking support for a residency they are hosting

Eligible expenses

  • Artists' fees and professional fees
  • Personal costs related to the project
  • Travel and accommodation costs
  • Safety-related expenses
  • Child or dependent care and public accessibility expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Hosting a residency
  • Activities taking place in Canada

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada
  • International

Selection criteria

  • Relevance: artistic quality, project rationale, and timeliness.
  • Impact: international profile, connections, knowledge exchange, and future opportunities.
  • Feasibility: host organization involvement, capacity and experience, and reasonable use of resources.
  • Respectful and ethical cultural and artistic practices (RECAP).

How to apply

  • Step 1: Access the portal
    • Create or use your client portal account.
    • Manage and apply for the funding opportunity through the portal.
  • Step 2: Prepare the application
    • Gather the required CV, host information, host letter, and work sample.
    • Complete the application in the portal before the project start or departure date.
  • Step 3: Submit online
    • Upload the required material in the portal.
    • Submit the application by the deadline shown in the portal.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by a peer assessment committee.
  • Results are usually communicated within 5 months of the deadline.
  • Funding is subject to meeting the assessment criteria and RECAP requirement.

Additional information

  • Applicants can request application assistance if they self-identify as Deaf, hard of hearing, have a disability, mental illness, or are First Nations, Inuit, or Métis facing barriers.
  • The applicant's profile must be validated in the portal at least 30 days prior to the application.
  • Annual application limits are applicable.
  • Consult the Deadlines and Notification of Results page for information on the results timeline.

Availability timeline

2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies Program

What is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies?

Support for artists, arts workers, artistic groups and artistic organizations from Canada to attend a residency abroad.

How much funding can be received?

Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.

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

To be eligible for the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies program, you must: Invited or selected for an international residency. Validated profile in the portal. Creative research, creation, or networking.

What expenses are eligible under Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies?

Participation in an international residency of at least 5 consecutive days. Creative research or creation during the residency. International networking activities within the residency.

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

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

Where is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies available?

The Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies program is available across Canada.

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

Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Residencies is a Grant and Funding