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Arts & Culture Local Grant Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Arts & Culture Local Grant Program Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Arts & Culture Local Grant Program program?

To be eligible for the Arts & Culture Local Grant Program program, you must: Non-profit activity Japanese arts/culture or studies focus Conducted in Canada

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Arts & Culture Local Grant Program?

You can contact The Japan Foundation, Toronto.

Q: Where is the Arts & Culture Local Grant Program available?

The Arts & Culture Local Grant Program program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Arts & Culture Local Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Arts & Culture Local Grant Program is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Canada

Partial support for non-profit Japanese cultural activities

Grant and Funding

The Japan Foundation, Toronto

Overview

This funding provides up to $5,000 CAD to partially support non-profit Japanese arts and cultural activities in Canada. It aims to promote Japanese arts and culture and Japanese studies through activities such as performances, exhibitions, conferences, and symposia.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000 $

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 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

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Performances that promote Japanese arts and culture
Exhibitions that promote Japanese arts and culture
Conferences related to Japanese arts, culture, or Japanese studies
Symposia related to Japanese arts, culture, or Japanese studies

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 4,900

Present a Japanese contemporary dance showcase with educational pre-talk

$ 4,750

Host a Japanese mokuhanga printmaking exhibition with artist talks and demo

Eligibility

The project must be a non-profit Japanese arts or cultural activity conducted in Canada.
The activity must support the promotion of Japanese arts and culture and/or Japanese studies in Canada.
The activity must contribute to cultural exchange.

Who is eligible?

Organizations conducting non-profit Japanese arts and cultural activities in Canada

Eligible expenses

Partial costs of conducting eligible non-profit Japanese arts and cultural activities

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

How to apply

Step 1: Eligibility check

Contact a program officer in the appropriate department to confirm whether your organization is eligible for a local award.

Step 2: Award timing planning

Plan your request around the rolling award process during the fiscal year.

Additional information

A limited number of small-scale awards are available each fiscal year.
Applications are accepted and awarded on a rolling basis throughout the fiscal year.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts & Culture Local Grant Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts & Culture Local Grant Program. 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.