How much funding can be received?

Get up to $10,000 per year if you have a project that will increase awareness of and participation in arts activities, encourage partnership between arts or cultural organizations and provide employment opportunities for professional artists in New Brunsw

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The Arts in Communities Program provides financial support to arts and cultural organizations through specific funding categories tailored to applicant types and project scopes. The funding covers a percentage of total project costs, with a cap based on the category of the applicant.

Co-funding of up to 50% of the total project costs to a set maximum depending on the category.
Category A: Funding up to $2,500 for first-time applicants.
Category B: Funding up to $7,000 for established organizations and projects.
Category C: Funding up to $10,000 for established arts festivals and gatherings.
Eligible costs include artist fees for New Brunswick-based professional artists paid at minimum industry standard rates, coordination costs, production and programming costs, and marketing expenses.

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The Arts in Communities Program supports a variety of artistic and cultural projects that engage the community and foster collaboration with professional artists. Eligible activities are designed to enhance cultural participation, creativity, and excellence in New Brunswick.

Cultural mediation projects where professional artists engage the community in a collective art or creation project.
Performances or series of performances that include public engagement opportunities.
Workshops or series of workshops with a professional artist or arts organization featuring a public presentation component.
Projects including public learning opportunities from professional artists through talks, demonstrations, and artists’ panels.
Dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and craft festivals with multidimensional activities over multiple days.
Annual cultural events including First Nation community Pow Wows and summer festivals.

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$ 10,000

Installation of a community mural led by professional artists

$ 10,000

Film project to document contemporary dance in New Brunswick

$ 10,000

Development of eco-friendly packaging for a local handcraft enterprise

$ 10,000

Research project to document local Indigenous art and cultural practices

$ 10,000

Initiative to introduce green energy technology to local theater facilities

$ 9,000

Development of an arts education app to elevate cultural awareness in schools

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Eligibility criteria for this grant:

Must be a registered business in New Brunswick
Must demonstrate economic growth potential
Must align with the strategic priorities of the government

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There are several types of companies that are eligible for this grant. Eligible companies include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), startups, social enterprises, and nonprofits.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
Startups
Social enterprises
Nonprofits

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Not all types of companies are eligible for this grant. Some examples of companies that may not be eligible include:

Non-profit organizations
Government entities
Companies operating outside of Canada

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The eligible projects for this grant within the Government of New Brunswick focus on enhancing service quality and fostering innovative approaches in service delivery. These initiatives aim to leverage technology and strategic partnerships to improve efficiencies and achieve client-centric outcomes.

Development and implementation of digital platforms for service delivery.
Innovation in service methodologies to improve client interactions.
Partnerships with local businesses to enhance service capabilities.
Strategies for workforce development and training to support service innovation.
Improving access to services through infrastructure enhancements.

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This grant program is intended to benefit communities in New Brunswick through support for arts and cultural activities. It is designed to engage with local artists and organizations to enhance the artistic vibrancy of the region.

Communities located within the province of New Brunswick, Canada.

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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

Alignment with program objectives
Demonstrated need for funding
Feasibility and clarity of the project plan
Sustainability of the project outcomes
Capacity and capability of the applicant to successfully implement the project

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:

Step 1: Preliminary Registration
- Create an account on the funding body's portal, if required.
- Provide essential organization details during registration.
Step 2: Obtain and Review Guidelines
- Download the application guidelines from the official website of the Government of New Brunswick.
- Review detailed eligibility and application requirements.
Step 3: Application Preparation
- Prepare a detailed proposal outlining your service project, objectives, and expected outcomes.
- Complete all sections of the application form as required.
- Gather all necessary supporting documents (e.g., financial statements, proof of eligibility).
Step 4: Application Submission
- Log into the online portal to upload your completed application and all supporting documents.
- Ensure that all forms are completed and double-checked for accuracy.
- Submit the application by the specified deadline.
Step 5: Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive an acknowledgment receipt confirming the successful submission of your application.
- Save the confirmation for your records.
- Await further communication regarding the status of your application.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Consideration may be given to projects that align with key New Brunswick economic priorities such as innovation and green technology.
Partnership with local institutions or organizations can enhance the application.
Applicants may be required to adhere to specific provincial reporting standards in addition to standard federal requirements.

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Empowering Service-Based Industries Through Financial Support

This grant offers financial aid to service-sector businesses in New Brunswick, driving growth and innovation across the province's economy. It seeks to enhance the capacity of these businesses to deliver improved and more sustainable services.

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