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Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours
Supports foreign artist tours across Canada
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 4, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $50,000 to support Canadian not-for-profit arts organizations presenting foreign artists or exhibitions in Canada. It funds touring projects with at least two consecutive performances, presentations, or exhibitions in two different Canadian locations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 4, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Circulation or touring of work by international artists, groups, or organizations
- At least two consecutive performances, presentations, or exhibitions
- Activities in two different Canadian cities, towns, communities, or reserves
Documents Needed
- Completed Budget and Appendices form
- Contract or letter of intent with the artist or artists
- Letters of intent with partners, if applicable
- Work samples of the touring or presented work
- List of creative team and touring staff
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Artistic organizations
- Presenting organizations
- First Nations, Inuit, or Métis not-for-profit organizations
- Organizations presently receiving core grants
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs within Canada
- Transportation
- Accommodation and per diem
- Extra shipping costs for required equipment or baggage
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities occurring before the application deadline
- Activities already funded by another Canada Council program
- Activities on the general list of ineligible activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a peer assessment committee.
- Decisions are usually communicated within 5 months of the deadline.
- If approved, the grant acceptance form must be completed before payment.
- A final report is required within 3 months after project completion.
Additional information
- Applications are made through the client portal.
- Create and validate a profile at least 30 days before applying.
- You may apply up to 2 times per calendar year.
- A final report is required within 3 months after the project ends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours. 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 — Foreign Artist Tours?
This program offers up to $50,000 to support Canadian not-for-profit arts organizations presenting foreign artists or exhibitions in Canada. It funds touring projects with at least two consecutive performances, presentations, or exhibitions in two different Canadian locations.
How much funding can be received?
Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours program?
To be eligible for the Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours program, you must:
Canadian not-for-profit arts organizations
Validated portal profile required
Two consecutive public presentations
What expenses are eligible under Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours?
Circulation or touring of work by international artists, groups, or organizations
At least two consecutive performances, presentations, or exhibitions
Activities in two different Canadian cities, towns, communities, or reserves
Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours?
You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours available?
The Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours program is available across Canada.
Is the Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours is a Grant and Funding