Archived
Arts Across Canada — Travel
Money for arts-related travel
Record updated
- Funding available
- $ 30,000
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Canada
Overview
Get a grant of up to $30,000 to cover travel costs associated with presentations, exhibitions, artistic collaborations, networking or building market opportunities as an artist, arts professional or arts organization.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $30,000
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Canada
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Legal structures
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Target groups
- Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Artists / creatives, Nonprofits / charities
- Scope
- National, International
Archived
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Artistic groups and collectives
- Artistic organizations
- Festivals
- Presenters
- Touring networks
Eligible expenses
- Travel expenses within Canada or from an international location to a Canadian destination, provided travel is at least 300 kilometers from departure point and by invitation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses and artistic organizations located in Canada
Activities funded
- Participation in Canadian presentation or exhibition events by invitation.
- Development of artistic collaborations and networking opportunities across Canada.
- Presenting artistic work at significant national events.
- Prospecting and research for exhibition tours by directors and curators.
- Researching artistic content for programming in Canadian festivals, exhibitions, or presentations.
How to apply
- Step 1: Create Account and Validate Profile
- Create an account on the Canada Council's online portal.
- Submit one or more profiles for validation at least 30 days before you intend to apply.
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Review the program guidelines and application form available through the portal.
- Gather required documents and information about your travel plans, invitations (if applicable), and activities.
- If you require application assistance due to accessibility or cultural barriers, seek support through the Application Assistance option.
- Step 3: Complete and Submit Application
- Access the application form on the portal once your profile is validated.
- Fill out the application form and upload all required documents and supporting materials.
- Submit your completed application via the portal any time before your departure date.
- Step 4: Confirmation and Follow-Up
- Monitor your account for notifications regarding your application's status.
Additional information
- An application for assistance is available for those who require support completing the process due to disabilities or specific cultural barriers.
- Applicants must create and validate a profile in the portal at least 30 days before applying.
- There are annual application limits that apply to this funding.
- Consult the "Deadlines and Notification of Results" page for important information regarding timelines.
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Across Canada — Travel Program
What is the Arts Across Canada — Travel?
Get a grant of up to $30,000 to cover travel costs associated with presentations, exhibitions, artistic collaborations, networking or building market opportunities as an artist, arts professional or arts organization.
How much funding can be received?
Arts Across Canada — Travel Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Arts Across Canada — Travel program?
To be eligible for the Arts Across Canada — Travel program, you must:
Applicants must create and validate a profile in the portal.
The activities must involve travel at least 300 kilometers from the departure point within Canada or international travel to Canada, all by invitation.
Eligible applicants include artists, curators, arts professionals, cultural connectors, artistic groups, organizations, festivals, presenters, and touring networks.
What expenses are eligible under Arts Across Canada — Travel?
Travel expenses within Canada or from an international location to a Canadian destination, provided travel is at least 300 kilometers from departure point and by invitation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Across Canada — Travel?
You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA).
Where is the Arts Across Canada — Travel available?
The Arts Across Canada — Travel program is available across Canada.
Is the Arts Across Canada — Travel a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts Across Canada — Travel is a Grant and Funding