Open
Closing Soon
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 19, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $25,000 for a leadership-focused residency in the arts. It supports mid-career Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour arts professionals and host organizations planning residencies in programming, strategic planning, mentorship, and related leadership activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : June 19, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Alberta
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Extended arts leadership residency with a host organization
- Leadership-focused mentoring and professional development
- Co-designed residency workplan and responsibilities
Documents Needed
- Written application
- Project budget
- Any required support material
- Completed online application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Arts organizations in Canada
- Registered Canadian charities
- Mid-career arts professionals who are Indigenous, Black, or People of Colour
Who is not eligible
- People who are not legally able to work in Canada
- Applicants who are already staff members or board members of the host organization
- People who have previously completed an Arts Leadership Residency
- Organizations that are not registered Canadian charities
- Organizations not operating in Canada
Eligible expenses
- Resident salary
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses other than the Resident’s salary
Eligible geographic areas
- Calgary
- Treaty 7 Region of Southern Alberta
- Other locations in Canada for eligible host organizations
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
- Applicants are notified of results within about six weeks of the deadline.
- Funding decisions depend on the residency design and its fit with the program.
- Reporting is required during and at the end of the residency.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted by the host organization, in collaboration with the resident.
- Applicants are encouraged to book a conversation at least four weeks before the deadline.
- Applications are reviewed for a residency designed with clear goals, timelines, and workplan.
- The resident must complete interim and final reports during the residency period.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Leadership Residency Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Leadership Residency 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 Leadership Residency Funding?
This program provides up to $25,000 for a leadership-focused residency in the arts. It supports mid-career Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour arts professionals and host organizations planning residencies in programming, strategic planning, mentorship, and related leadership activities.
How much funding can be received?
Arts Leadership Residency Funding Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Arts Leadership Residency Funding program?
To be eligible for the Arts Leadership Residency Funding program, you must:
Mid-career racialized arts professionals
Host arts organization in Canada
Residency co-designed with host
What expenses are eligible under Arts Leadership Residency Funding?
Extended arts leadership residency with a host organization
Leadership-focused mentoring and professional development
Co-designed residency workplan and responsibilities
Where is the Arts Leadership Residency Funding available?
The Arts Leadership Residency Funding program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Arts Leadership Residency Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts Leadership Residency Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Arts Leadership Residency Funding?
Arts Leadership Residency Funding is funded by Rozsa Foundation