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Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation
Funding for international translation of Canadian literary and dramatic works.
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 44,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 2, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Funding to support the translation of literary works or dramatic works from Canada for international presentation or publication and awarded to organizations, groups and collectives or international literary publishers.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 44,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : September 2, 2026
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
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Translation of a Canadian literary work into a foreign language for publication.
- Translation and surtitling of a Canadian dramatic work for presentation outside Canada.
- Related promotion for eligible literary translation projects.
Documents Needed
- Translator’s current biography
- Signed contract with the publisher, author, literary agent, or translation rights holder
- Signed contract with the translator
- Signed agreement letter with the playwright and translator, for dramatic works
- Electronic copy of the original book, script, or video script
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Artistic groups and collectives
- Artistic organizations
- Supporting organizations
- First Nations, Inuit or Métis not-for-profit organizations
- Foreign literary publishers or theatre organizations
Who is not eligible
- Canadian publishers
Eligible expenses
- Translation and surtitling costs based on standard regional rates.
- For literary works, related promotion costs such as advertising, posters, bookmarks, promotional agent fees, promotional items, and special events.
- For dramatic and other performing arts works, translator fees.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Translation and subtitling of films or videos.
- Translation of literary works into English or French.
- Standard promotional costs for literary translations such as catalogues, newsletter listings, and web pages.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Outside Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed internally.
- Projects are assessed against impact, artistic merit, feasibility, and RECAP requirements.
- Projects must meet minimum scores in each assessment category.
- Applicants are usually notified of results within 4 months of the deadline.
Additional information
- This opportunity is part of Arts Across Canada and Abroad.
- Annual supplement applications are separate.
- Up to 8 translations per year can be funded.
- Application assistance is available for eligible lead applicants facing disability, mental health, language, geographic or cultural barriers.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International 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.
What is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation?
Funding to support the translation of literary works or dramatic works from Canada for international presentation or publication and awarded to organizations, groups and collectives or international literary publishers.
How much funding can be received?
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation Funds up to $44,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation program?
To be eligible for the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation program, you must:
Eligible arts, support, or Indigenous applicant
Canadian literary or dramatic work
Foreign publication or presentation
What expenses are eligible under Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation?
Translation of a Canadian literary work into a foreign language for publication.
Translation and surtitling of a Canadian dramatic work for presentation outside Canada.
Related promotion for eligible literary translation projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation?
You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA).
Where is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation available?
The Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation program is available across Canada.
Is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation is a Grant and Funding