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Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding
Three-year operating support for arts organizations
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides three-year operating support for established arts nonprofits in Ottawa. It supports literary, performing, visual and media arts, independent film and video, arts training and education, arts services, arts venues, events and festivals, and amateur arts activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation, production, presentation, exhibition, and dissemination of arts and independent film and video.
- Arts training and arts education activities.
- Arts services and venue-based arts activities.
- Arts events and festivals.
- Community-based amateur arts activities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated not-for-profit arts organizations
- Professional arts organizations and venues
- Arts service organizations
- Arts festivals and events organizations
- Community-based amateur arts organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa
- Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation
- Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding. 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.
What is the Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding?
This program provides three-year operating support for established arts nonprofits in Ottawa. It supports literary, performing, visual and media arts, independent film and video, arts training and education, arts services, arts venues, events and festivals, and amateur arts activities.
Who is eligible for the Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding program?
To be eligible for the Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding program, you must:
Incorporated arts nonprofit
At least four years old
Current operating funding recipient
What expenses are eligible under Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding?
Creation, production, presentation, exhibition, and dissemination of arts and independent film and video.
Arts training and arts education activities.
Arts services and venue-based arts activities.
Arts events and festivals.
Community-based amateur arts activities.
Where is the Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding available?
The Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding?
Arts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding is funded by City of Ottawa