How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 30000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Arts Across Canada — Travel?

Arts Across Canada — Travel is funded by Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)

What are Arts Across Canada — Travel's eligibility criterias?

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.

Arts Across Canada — Travel

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Canada

Money for arts-related travel

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Arts, entertainment and recreation

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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.

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The Arts Across Canada - Travel grant provides financial support tailored to Canadian artists and arts professionals for travel-related projects. This grant aims to facilitate national and international artistic collaborations and market-building activities.

Funding is available for travel-related expenses for activities such as artistic presentations, collaborations, and networking.
The grant supports travel to locations at least 300 kilometers away from the applicant's location of departure within Canada or from international locations to Canada by invitation.
Grants can cover single or multiple destinations within one trip.
Financial support is available up to $30,000 per year per applicant.

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This grant supports travel-related activities that help Canadian artists and arts organizations expand their reach and build new opportunities. Eligible activities are designed to enhance artistic collaborations and presentations across Canada and abroad.

Developing markets and networks, including participation in official showcases.
Presenting artistic work at national or international events.
Exploring future artistic collaborations with other creators and organizations.
Building on existing tours for representatives of groups or organizations.
Prospecting for exhibition tours, applicable to directors and curators.
Participating in significant cultural events by invitation.
Researching artistic content for programming at Canadian festivals, exhibitions, or presentations.

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$ 20,000

Participation of a theatre group from Halifax in the Shaw Festival

$ 21,000

Exhibition tour for an emerging visual artist from Montreal

$ 20,000

Participation in the Toronto International Film Festival for promoting a new documentary film

$ 12,000

Attendance of a gallery curator from Ottawa at the Art Toronto fair

$ 15,000

Musician travel and participation Folk Music Festival to build market opportunities

$ 25,000

Travel for a multidisciplinary artist from Winnipeg to participate in the Montreal Biennial

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's status and type.

Applicants must create an account and submit a validated profile at least 30 days before applying.
Applicants must fall into one of the following categories: artists and curators, arts professionals, cultural connectors and sector builders (Equity arts sector), artistic groups and collectives, artistic organizations, festivals, presenters, and touring networks.
Organizations currently receiving core grants are also eligible to apply.

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Types of potential applicants to this component include:- artists and curators- arts professionals- cultural connectors and sector builders (Equity arts sector)- artistic groups and collectives- artistic organizations- festivals, presenters and touring networksYour eligibility to apply to this component is determined by the validated profile created in the portal. Organizations presently receiving core grants can apply to this component.

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The Travel component of Arts Across Canada funds various activities to aid Canadian artists and organizations in expanding their reach and developing collaborative opportunities. The eligible projects are centered around presentation, networking, and program research within Canada.

Develop markets and networks, including participation in official showcases.
Present artistic work to new audiences.
Explore potential future artistic collaborations.
Build on an existing tour for a representative of an organization or group.
Conduct prospection for exhibition tours for directors and curators.
Participate in significant cultural or artistic events.
Research artistic content for programming in Canadian festivals, exhibitions, or presentations.

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This grant is available to eligible applicants who are located across Canada, encouraging national artistic collaboration and market development. There are no additional specific geographical limitations mentioned for eligibility.

Applicants from any province or territory within Canada.

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- Artistic merit and innovation - Impact and potential for the artist or organization - Feasibility of the travel plan - Contribution to the objectives of the Arts Across Canada program - Diversity and inclusion considerations - Budget adequacy and rationale - Compliance with grant regulations and eligibility requirements

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Create a Portal Account

Create an account on the funding provider's portal.
Submit one or more profiles for validation at least 30 days before you plan to apply.

Prepare Your Proposal

Ensure your travel plans meet the criteria of being at least 300 kilometers from your departure place or by invitation.
Develop your application content, including your travel purpose, destination, and planned activities.
Gather necessary supporting documents, such as letters of invitation if applicable.

Validate Eligibility

Check your eligibility based on your validated profile on the portal.

Submit Your Application

Upload your proposal and supporting documents onto the portal.
Ensure all sections of the application form are complete.
Submit your application before your departure date.

Confirmation and Follow-up

Receive confirmation of your application submission.
Refer to the "Deadlines and Notification of Results" page for updates on your application.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

You must create an account and submit profiles for validation at least 30 days prior to application.
Applications can be submitted any time before the departure date.
The maximum grant amount available is $30,000 per year.
Organizations currently receiving core grants are eligible to apply for this component as well.
Contacting an officer may provide guidance and clarity on the application process.