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Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion
Travel support for promoting Canadian artists
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open Date : June 8, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $30,000 to support travel linked to promotion and the development of new markets for Canadian artists and artistic works.
It supports activities such as formally representing and promoting Canadian artists and building on an existing tour within Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : June 8, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible 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
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- People with disabilities
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Travel within Canada to formally represent and promote Canadian artists in new markets.
- Travel within Canada to build on an existing tour for artists’ representatives.
Documents Needed
- Budget and Appendices document
- Information about the events, partners or host organizations
- Letters of invitation or written confirmations
- Roster of represented artists
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Arts supporting groups
- Supporting organizations
- Presenting organizations
- Business cultural connectors
- Foreign arts festivals, biennales or book fairs
Who is not eligible
- Companies or organizations that are not registered or incorporated as Canadian arts organizations.
- Businesses that do not represent Canadian artists or do not regularly seek out new opportunities in the Canadian arts market.
- Organizations applying for activities that have already received funding from another Canada Council program.
- Applicants intending to fund activities that occur before the application deadline date.
- Projects that fall under the general list of ineligible activities as defined by the Canada Council.
Eligible expenses
- Transportation costs (based on fixed amounts)
- Accommodation and per diem (up to 5 days per trip)
- Additional shipping or baggage costs directly related to the activity (up to $2,500)
- Conference fees and booth rental costs for market development events
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities occurring before the departure date
- Activities funded by another Canada Council program
- Activities on the general list of ineligible activities
- Equipment costs above the 15% limit on the Canada Council portion
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are usually reviewed within 4 months of submission
- Applications are assessed internally against relevance, impact, and feasibility criteria
- A grant acceptance form must be completed if the application is successful
- A final report is due 3 months after project completion
Additional information
- Applicants must register in the online portal and have their profile validated at least 30 days before applying.
- Application submissions are allowed up to four times per year, with a maximum annual grant amount of $30,000.
- All grant recipients are required to submit a final report within three months after project completion.
- Letters of invitation or confirmation and a detailed list of represented artists must be included in the application.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion. 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 — Representation and Promotion?
This program provides up to $30,000 to support travel linked to promotion and the development of new markets for Canadian artists and artistic works. It supports activities such as formally representing and promoting Canadian artists and building on an existing tour within Canada.
How much funding can be received?
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion program?
To be eligible for the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion program, you must:
Canadian registered or incorporated arts organizations
Must represent Canadian artists and regularly seek out new opportunities in the Canadian arts market
What expenses are eligible under Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion?
Travel within Canada to formally represent and promote Canadian artists in new markets.
Travel within Canada to build on an existing tour for artists’ representatives.
Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion?
You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA).
Where is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion available?
The Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion program is available across Canada.
Is the Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Representation and Promotion is a Grant and Funding