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Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation
Translation support for Canadian works abroad
Latest source updateLast Update: June 25, 2026Latest change: International Translation now shows revised eligibility, scope, deadlines, and funding terms, including different applicant types and lower maximum amounts.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 25, 2026
Latest change: International Translation now shows revised eligibility, scope, deadlines, and funding terms, including different applicant types and lower maximum amounts.
International Translation criteria and funding updated
International Translation now shows a revised program profile: foreign publishers or theatres may apply, Canadian publishers cannot apply, and eligible activities are limited to translating Canadian literary works into a foreign language with related promotional activities or translating and surtitling dramatic works for foreign presentation. The funding and timing details now shown are also different, with applications due January 14, 2026, April 22, 2026, and September 2, 2026, up to $20,000 for translation, up to $2,000 for promotional expenses, and a maximum of $44,000 per calendar year; the page also now states a limit of 2 translations per year and 12 applications per calendar year.
Funding available
$ 44,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
International Translation, part of Arts Across Canada and Abroad, supports artistic groups, organizations, collectives, and foreign publishers or theatres translating Canadian literary or dramatic works for presentation or publication outside Canada. Funding covers translation, surtitling, and related promotional activities, with up to $20,000 for translation and $2,000 for promotion.
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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 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
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
- translate a Canadian-authored literary work into a foreign language and related promotional activities
- translate and surtitle a Canadian-authored dramatic work into another language for foreign presentation
Documents Needed
- The translator’s current biography
- An electronic copy of the original book or script
- For literary work: a signed copy of the contract with the Canadian publisher, author, literary agent or translations rights holder, and a signed copy of the contract with the translator
- For dramatic work: a signed copy of the letter of agreement between you and the playwright, indicating the playwright’s approval of the translator, and a signed copy of the letter of agreement between you and the translator
- For groups: an arts and cultural CV or resume for each group member
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Artistic groups
- First Nations, Inuit or Métis groups or collectives
- Artistic organizations and supporting organizations
- First Nations, Inuit or Métis not-for-profit organizations
- Foreign publishers or theatres
Who is not eligible
- Canadian publishers
Eligible expenses
- Expenses related to translation and surtitling, based on the standard translation rates in effect in your country
- For literary translations, up to 50% of the translator’s fee
- For literary translations, promotional expenses for the translated book: ads, posters and bookmarks, publicist fees, promotional items, and special events to promote the translated title
- For dramatic works and other performing arts work, up to 100% of the translator’s fee
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- translation and subtitling of film or video
- translation of literary works into English or French
- For literary translations, standard promotional costs such as catalogues, newsletter listings and web pages are not eligible
Eligible geographic areas
- Outside Canada
Selection criteria
- Impact (50%): the potential of the project to develop and enhance the international profile of the work or author, and the potential of the project to generate future opportunities; minimum score required: 35/50
- Artistic (30%): the recognized quality of the work to be translated, and the artistic rationale and relevance of your project; minimum score required: 15/30
- Feasibility (20%): your experience and capacity to undertake the project, and the translator’s experience and capacity to undertake the project; minimum score required: 10/20
- Respectful and ethical cultural and artistic practices (RECAP): proper attention is paid to First Nations, Inuit or Métis cultural protocols, and cultural materials are treated in a respectful way, or there is no Indigenous content in the activities
Processing and Agreement
- Your application will be internally assessed on the following weighted criteria: Impact, Artistic, Feasibility, and Respectful and ethical cultural and artistic practices (RECAP)
- To be considered, your application must receive a minimum score in each category
- Notification of results is usually within 4 months of the application deadline
Additional information
- This opportunity is part of Arts Across Canada and Abroad.
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Arts Across Canada — TravelMoney for arts-related travel
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Arts Festivals and PresentersFunding for arts festivals and presenters
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Circulation and TouringSupports touring and exhibitions connecting Canadian artists with wider audiences
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Foreign Artist ToursSupports foreign artist tours across Canada
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Co-productionsSupport for new works with foreign partners
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International ResidenciesSupport for artists and arts organizations from Canada to attend residencies abroad.
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Micro-grantsFunding for professional growth and advancement of artistic careers and practices.
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Public OutreachPublic arts outreach funding
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and PromotionTravel support for promoting Canadian artists
- Arts Across Canada and Abroad — TranslationTranslation support for Canadian works
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation Program
What is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation?
International Translation, part of Arts Across Canada and Abroad, supports artistic groups, organizations, collectives, and foreign publishers or theatres translating Canadian literary or dramatic works for presentation or publication outside Canada. Funding covers translation, surtitling, and related promotional activities, with up to $20,000 for translation and $2,000 for promotion.
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:
Artistic groups, First Nations, Inuit or Métis groups or collectives, artistic organizations, supporting organizations, First Nations, Inuit or Métis not-for-profit organizations, and foreign publishers or theatres can apply
What expenses are eligible under Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation?
translate a Canadian-authored literary work into a foreign language and related promotional activities
translate and surtitle a Canadian-authored dramatic work into another language for foreign presentation
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