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Arts Across Canada — Travel

Money for arts-related travel
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Last Update: June 10, 2026
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Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : September 24, 2020
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.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Access new markets
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
  • Open Date : September 24, 2020

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Persons with Disabilities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
Target groups
  • Indigenous peoples
  • People with disabilities
  • Artists / creatives
  • Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • National
  • International

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

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.

Official resources

Program guide

Arts Across Canada and Abroad

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

How to apply

1

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.
2

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.
3

Validate Eligibility

  • Check your eligibility based on your validated profile on the portal.
4

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.
5

Confirmation and Follow-up

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

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.

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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?

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.

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