Arts Across Canada — Public Outreach
Canada
Grant for arts and architecture professionals
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- grant_single|closingDateMarch 28, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
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Get a grant of up to $100,000 for activities including live events, publications and other initiatives that build connections between artists and diverse audiences.
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This grant provides financial assistance for public outreach activities, supporting diverse artistic expressions across Canada. Depending on the grant type, funding may cover various activities aimed at enhancing public appreciation of the arts.
- Project grants of up to $100,000 are available for single activities.
- Composite grants of up to $100,000 per year, with a maximum of $300,000 over three years, are offered for multiple activities.
- Funds can be used for exhibitions, programming events, and non-literary publications.
- Grant funds cover eligible expenses directly related to the project activities.
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This grant supports activities that enhance the public's appreciation and enjoyment of the arts in Canada. Eligible projects aim to connect artists with diverse audiences through various initiatives.
- Exhibitions and other dissemination initiatives.
- Programming events.
- Non-literary publishing (excluding promotional materials).
- Knowledge-sharing events or forums.
- Public development strategies and initiatives.
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$ 65,000
Launch an online platform to connect emerging artists with international audiences, based
$ 50,000
Organize a week-long arts festival featuring local artists and diverse cultural performances
$ 35,000
Host a series of knowledge-sharing forums on indigenous art
$ 50,000
Publish an arts magazine featuring local talent, distributed throughout Vancouver's cultural hubs
$ 50,000
Host a multicultural film screening event series
$ 70,000
Develop a public art installation project in downtown Montreal, featuring 10 local artists
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by the type of applicants and their previous interactions with the Canada Council.
- The applicant must be one of the following: artistic groups and collectives, artistic organizations, support groups, organizations and shared platforms, national arts service organizations, festivals, presenters and touring networks, book and magazine publishers, or architects, architectural professionals, groups, collectives, and firms.
- The eligibility is verified based on a validated profile created in the portal.
- For a composite grant, the applicant must have received at least one composite grant or two project grants from the Canada Council in the last five years, excluding certain specified grants.
- Organizations currently receiving core (operational) grants are not eligible for composite grants.
- Book and magazine publishers that owe royalties as of the application deadline will have their applications deemed ineligible.
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Eligible applicants for the Public Outreach component of Arts Across Canada include Canadian artistic entities and professionals involved in promoting the arts to diverse audiences. The ability to apply for a grant is determined by having a validated profile with the Canada Council portal.
- Artistic groups and collectives.
- Artistic organizations.
- Support groups, organizations, and shared platforms.
- National arts service organizations.
- Festivals, presenters, and touring networks.
- Book and magazine publishers.
- Architects, architectural professionals, groups, collectives, and firms.
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There are specific restrictions on who can qualify for this grant based on certain eligibility criteria related to status and main activities. These limitations ensure the grant supports eligible arts and architecture professionals in alignment with its goals.
- Organizations currently receiving core grants are not eligible for composite grants.
- Book and magazine publishers who owe royalty payments to writers, illustrators, and others as of the application deadline.
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All expenses related to eligible activities are covered by this grant.
- Expenditures supporting exhibitions and dissemination initiatives.
- Costs attributed to programming events.
- Non-literary publishing expenses, excluding promotional materials.
- Expenses for organizing knowledge-sharing events or forums.
- Public development strategies and initiatives costs.
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This grant supports Canadian groups, organizations, and professionals involved in public appreciation and enjoyment of the arts. There are no specific geographical restrictions mentioned, suggesting a nationwide eligibility within Canada.
- Eligible Canadian artistic groups and collectives.
- Artistic organizations operating across Canada.
- Canadian national arts service organizations and festivals.
- Architectural professionals and firms based in Canada.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on weighted criteria to ensure they meet the objectives of enhancing public appreciation and enjoyment of the arts in Canada.
- Artistic Merit (50%): Vision and artistic approach motivating the project, including context and targeted audience. The artistic quality of past activities relevant to the project. Minimum score: 35 out of 50.
- Impact (30%): Expected outcomes such as enhancing public appreciation of the arts in Canada and contributing to the development of a diverse audience for the arts, including Indigenous peoples, various cultural groups, Deaf or disabled communities, and official language minority communities. Minimum score: 15 out of 30.
- Feasibility (20%): Capacity and experience, including those of partners to successfully implement the project, the realism of the budget, other sources of revenue, efficient use of resources, and working conditions for artists. Minimum score: 10 out of 20.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Create an Account (Portal Registration)
- Create an account on the funding body's online portal at least 30 days before the grant application deadline.
- Submit one or more profiles for validation to determine eligibility.
- Step 2: Prepare Grant Application (Application Details)
- Name your application for easy reference on the portal.
- Summarize your project in one sentence following the formula ACTIVITY and DATES OF PROJECT.
- Specify the start and end date of your project. Ensure the start date follows the application deadline.
- Select the type of grant: Project or Composite, based on your eligibility and past grant history.
- Describe the artistic activities proposed, including the timeline and artists involved.
- Explain how the activities will enhance public appreciation of the arts in Canada.
- Provide a budget and ensure the requested grant amount matches your application budget.
- Prepare required documentation including examples of previous works or relevant activities.
- Step 3: Submit Application (Online Submission)
- Log into the portal and complete the application form with all required information.
- Upload supporting documents, including any additional required materials.
- Review the application for completeness and accuracy before submission.
- Submit the application by the specified deadline, ensuring all criteria are met.
- Step 4: After Submission (Post-Submission Process)
- Receive confirmation of submission via email from the funding body.
- Contact a program officer if needed, preferably two weeks before the deadline, for clarifications or additional guidance.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Book and magazine publishers with outstanding royalty payments as of the application deadline are ineligible.
- Applicants who are Deaf, hard of hearing, disabled, or face language, geographic, and cultural barriers may qualify for Application Assistance.
- Consultation with a Canada Council program officer is recommended at least two weeks before the deadline for first-time applications.
- A final report must be submitted three months after the project ends for project grants, or annually for composite grants.
Apply to this program
Enhancing Public Engagement with the Arts Across Canada
The "Public Outreach" component of the "Arts Across Canada" program provides grants to Canadian artistic groups and organizations, as well as architectural professionals, aiming to amplify public appreciation and connection with diverse art forms. These grants, accessible for project-based and multi-activity initiatives, aim to bridge the gap between artists and diverse audiences across the nation.
Detailed Insights into the Public Outreach Grant Program
The "Public Outreach" grants under the "Arts Across Canada" initiative are a significant resource for Canadian artistic groups and organizations eager to expand the public's engagement and appreciation of the arts. By providing financial support, these grants aim to foster a deeper connection between artists and audiences, ensuring that arts are accessible, inclusive, and appreciated on a national scale.
The program is particularly focused on facilitating activities that promote interaction and dissemination of the arts, such as exhibitions, programming events, non-literary publishing ventures, knowledge-sharing forums, and public development strategies. Through these areas, the program encourages a diverse array of artistic expressions and ensures that these initiatives reach a broad spectrum of the Canadian community. Eligible applicants encompass artistic collectives, organizations, support groups, as well as book and magazine publishers, reflecting the program's inclusive approach to cultural promotion.
Prospective applicants should note that to be eligible for the composite grant, one must have previously secured at least two project grants from the Canada Council over the past five years. This requirement underscores the Council's commitment to supporting ongoing engagement and sustained contributions to Canada's cultural landscape. Importantly, applicants must ensure their profiles are validated in the application portal at least 30 days before the submission deadline, allowing ample time for review and adjustments.
The funding provided can support both short-term and long-term projects, with project grants offering up to $100,000 and composite grants providing up to $100,000 annually, capped at $300,000 over three years. This flexibility allows for varied project scales, from single key events to sustained multi-year activities. Additionally, the grants are designed to cover a comprehensive array of expenses associated with these projects, ensuring that financial barriers to participation and creativity are minimized.
An integral part of the application process is the evaluation by a peer adjudication committee, which assesses submissions based on artistic merit, impact, and feasibility. Artistic merit involves evaluating the originality and artistic quality of the projects, while impact considers the expected engagement with diverse Canadian audiences, including Indigenous populations and official language minority communities. Feasibility centers on the applicant's capacity to execute their proposals effectively within the stipulated budget and timelines.
Moreover, the program offers "Application Assistance" to artists facing specific challenges, such as Deaf or disabled artists, or those encountering cultural barriers. This component ensures equity in access, supporting those who might need additional help in navigating the application process.
As part of the grant's administration, recipients are expected to submit comprehensive reports three months post-project completion, or yearly updates for multi-year grants, ensuring accountability and transparency in the use of funds. Such reports help the Council monitor progress and evaluate the impact of funded activities, ensuring that the goals of public appreciation and artistic innovation are being met.
The "Public Outreach" program is a vital instrument in nurturing Canada's rich tapestry of cultural expressions, emphasizing the importance of arts as a unifying and enriching force in society. It not only provides crucial financial support but also fosters a collaborative environment where artists and communities can thrive harmoniously. Through this initiative, the Canada Council of Arts reaffirms its commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and engaged arts community across the nation.
