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Arts Across Canada — Circulation and Touring
Canada
Financial support for arts touring and exhibition
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateMarch 24, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateFebruary 14, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
- Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
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grant_card_status|open
grant_single_labels|preview
Get a grant of up to $200,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible costs related to touring and exhibition activities of Canadian artists, artistic groups and arts organizations which build national exposure and reach Canadian audiences.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
This grant supports a broad range of touring and exhibition activities by funding a portion of the associated costs. It offers substantial financial support aimed at promoting Canadian artists and their works across multiple destinations.
- Co-financing of up to 50% of eligible costs, up to a maximum of $200,000.
grant_single_labels|projects
This grant supports the circulation and touring of Canadian artists and artistic works across Canada and the United States, fostering cultural exchange and national exposure. Eligible activities focus on transporting performances, exhibitions, and artworks to various Canadian destinations.
- Circulation or touring of artists, exhibitions, or artistic works to three or more Canadian destinations, with art exhibitions reaching at least two destinations outside the home province or territory.
- Cross-border tours between Canada and the United States, ensuring the majority of events take place in Canada.
- Self-presentation or circulation and touring to fewer than three Canadian destinations, with a strong market development rationale or outreach strategy.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 175,000
A cross-border tour of a bilingual musical theatre production, with 6 stops in Canada and 2 in the US
$ 100,000
A solo artist's tour showcasing African drumming techniques in three major Canadian cities
$ 200,000
A national tour for an art exhibition featuring Indigenous artists across Canada
$ 125,000
A Canadian literary festival traveling to 4 cities to promote new authors and Canadian literature
$ 150,000
Touring a contemporary dance performance to 4 cities in Canada to expand audience reach
$ 137,500
A photography exhibition touring 4 cities featuring Canadian landscapes and wildlife
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- The applicant must be an artist, curator, artistic group, or collective.
- Eligible applicants include artistic organizations and First Nations, Inuit, and Métis professional artists, groups, collectives, and not-for-profit organizations.
- Media arts distribution centres and festivals can apply.
- Organizations currently receiving core (operating) grants are eligible to apply.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Types of potential applicants to this component include:- Artists and curators- Artistic groups and collectives- Artistic organizations- First Nations, Inuit and Métis professional artists, groups, collectives and not-for-profit organizations- Media arts distribution centres and festivals
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
This grant supports the touring and exhibition activities of Canadian artists, artistic groups, and arts organizations. It aims to enhance national exposure and reach Canadian audiences through various types of eligible projects.
- Tours and exhibitions of artists and artistic works to three or more Canadian destinations, ensuring significant geographic outreach.
- Art exhibitions that include at least two destinations outside the applicant's home province or territory to promote interprovincial engagement.
- Cross-border Canada/United States tours where the majority of events are held within Canada to strengthen Canadian presence.
- Self-presentation, circulation, and touring to fewer than three Canadian destinations, provided there is a strong market development rationale or outreach strategy.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant supports artists and organizations touring within Canada, ensuring broad national exposure. There are no specific geographical limitations based on company location for eligibility; the focus is on touring destinations within Canada.
grant_single_labels|criteria
- Artistic Merit: The quality and feasibility of the project in terms of artistic vision, concept, and execution. - Impact and Benefit: The potential impact of the project on the artist, audience, and community, as well as the benefits derived from the project. - Artistic Merit: The quality and feasibility of the project in terms of artistic vision, concept, and execution. - Market Knowledge: The understanding and strategy for audience development, marketing, and engagement. - Feasibility and Budget: The project's feasibility, planning, and budgeting, including the allocation of grant funds. - Representation and Diversity: The consideration and promotion of diversity, inclusivity, and representation in the project.
grant_single_labels|register
- Step 1: Create an Account
- Access the portal specified by Arts Across Canada.
- Create your account on the portal.
- Submit one or more profiles for validation at least 30 days before applying.
- Step 2: Check Eligibility
- Review the eligibility criteria to ensure your suitability for the grant.
- Check specific criteria for artists, groups, and organizations.
- Step 3: Prepare Your Application
- Prepare your application including all required details and supporting documents.
- Provide a market development rationale or outreach strategy if touring fewer than 3 Canadian destinations.
- Ensure your project does not start before the project start date and does not receive funding from another Canada Council grant.
- Step 4: Apply on the Portal
- Log in to the portal using your verified account.
- Fill out the application form available on the portal.
- Upload all necessary supporting documents and complete the submission.
- Step 5: Submit Application by Deadline
- Double-check your application for completeness and accuracy.
- Submit your application by the deadlines: 14 February 2024, 26 June 2024, or 30 October 2024.
- Step 6: Confirmation and Follow-Up
- Receive confirmation of submission from the portal.
- Ensure you keep a copy of your submission confirmation for your records.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
- Applicants must create an account and submit one or more profiles for validation at least 30 days before applying. - Eligible activities include touring and exhibition activities to multiple Canadian destinations or cross-border tours. - Applications cannot fund activities that occur before the project start date, receive funding from another Canada Council grant, or are on the list of ineligible activities. - Various types of individuals and organizations, including artists, curators, and media arts distribution centers, are eligible to apply. - The grant amount can cover up to 50% of eligible costs, with a maximum limit of $200,000. - Deadlines for application submissions are on February 14, June 26, and October 30 annually. - Consult the Deadlines and Notification of Results page for specific deadlines. - Core (operating) grant recipients can also apply to this component.
