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Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants

Q: How much funding can be received?

Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants Funds up to 5000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants is a undefined

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants?

Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants is funded by Capital Regional District

Q: Who is eligible for the Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants program?

To be eligible for the Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants program, you must: Not-for-profit arts organizations in eligible regions; focused on sectoral development.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants?

You can contact Capital Regional District.

Q: Where is the Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants available?

The Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Supports arts organizations' capacity-building and sectoral development

Capital Regional District

At a glance

Overview

Eligible projects

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Eligibility

Selection criteria

How to apply

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Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Culture and Arts

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

The Grow Forward pilot program supports not-for-profit arts organizations by providing funding up to $5,000 for strategic development activities. These funds assist organizations in capacity-building, planning, mentorship, sector initiatives, and operational adaptations to foster sectoral growth and organizational resilience.

Activities funded

Developing and implementing strategic plans for arts organizations
Launching sectoral initiatives and collaborations
Providing mentorship and training programs
Adopting new operational practices and significant operational changes

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 4,500

Enhancing manufacturing capabilities through equipment upgrades

Documents Needed

Application forms, organization proof of not-for-profit status, project proposal, budget outline, any relevant supporting documents.

Eligibility

Not-for-profit arts organizations in the specified region; projects aligned with capacity-building, planning, mentorship, sectoral initiatives, or strategic adaptations.

Who is eligible?

Not-for-profit arts organizations within the specified regions

Who is not eligible

For-profit organizations
Organizations outside the eligible regions
Unregistered or non-compliant organizations

Eligible expenses

Costs related to capacity-building, sector development, planning, mentorship programs, and strategic operational changes.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Expenses unrelated to organizational capacity-building or sector initiatives
Activities purely for routine operational expenses without strategic improvement purpose
Capital infrastructure not directly supporting program activities
Activities outside the scope of the approved project proposal
General administrative costs not linked to specific activities

Eligible geographic areas

Selection criteria

Relevance of project activities to organizational capacity-building and sectoral support
Potential impact on organizational resilience and sector development
Feasibility and clarity of the project plan
Alignment with program objectives

How to apply

Register your organization on the program portal or platformPrepare a detailed project proposal including objectives and activitiesGather supporting documents such as proof of not-for-profit status and organizational detailsSubmit the completed application and required documents through the designated application portalAwait notification of the review outcome and comply with any further instructions or reporting requirements

Processing and Agreement

The application is reviewed for eligibility and alignment with program goals.
Applicants are notified of acceptance or rejection as per the program’s review timeline.
Formal funding agreements are executed before disbursing funds.
Recipients may be asked to submit progress reports or final reports assessing project outcomes.

Additional information

The program encourages collaborations among not-for-profit arts organizations and sectoral initiatives to strengthen the arts sector.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants. 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.