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CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec
Support for presenting Quebec works abroad
Funding available
$ 75
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
CALQ – Circulation of Works Outside Quebec supports the circulation, presentation, and dissemination of Québec artists’ works outside Québec. It is intended for professional artists and independent curators working in CALQ-supported disciplines.
It covers touring presentations, dissemination of a work or body of work in one or more locations, and participation in markets, fairs, or exhibitions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Touring presentations of a work
- Dissemination of a work or body of work in one or more locations
- Participation in markets, fairs, or exhibitions
Documents Needed
- Details of the project
- Personal information
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Professional artists
- Independent curators
- Artists in CALQ-supported disciplines
Who is not eligible
- Artists applying for a project produced with their own company or organization
- Self-presentation projects
- Arts and crafts participation in fairs
- Programming or exhibition projects not focused mainly on living artists
- Activities other than literary or storytelling performances in literature and storytelling
Eligible expenses
- Travel and related costs, including visas and vaccinations
- Accommodation and per diem
- Shipping, insurance, and customs for works or equipment
- Equipment rentals
- Promotion, agency, and administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Production or adaptation costs for a touring show
- Presentation costs for works
- Copyright and resale rights
- Capital expenditures
- Salaries, fees, and booth or registration costs
- Travel or living costs already covered by other funding
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Outside Quebec
- Canada and international markets
Selection criteria
- Artistic quality and interest of the activity
- Benefits for the applicant and participating artists
- Scope of dissemination and relevance of partners
- Quality of the host organization’s commitment
- Feasibility of the work plan and budget
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Read the program rules carefully.
- Complete the application form and required sections.
- Gather the written confirmation from a recognized venue.
- Step 2: Submit online
- Log in to Mon Dossier CALQ through the Government Authentication Service.
- Fill out the online form and submit the file.
- Step 3: Alternative transmission
- If online transmission is not available, send the file by WeTransfer following the instructions in the application form.
- Step 4: Follow up after submission
- Keep the acknowledgement of receipt email.
- Check Mon Dossier CALQ for the application status and decision.
Processing and Agreement
- Letters of recommendation are not submitted to the evaluation committee.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through Mon Dossier CALQ.
- Letters of recommendation are not sent to the jury.
- Grant recipients must use the CALQ report on use of a grant after the project ends.
- Mon Dossier CALQ access is now through the Government Authentication Service.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec Program
What is the CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec?
CALQ – Circulation of Works Outside Quebec supports the circulation, presentation, and dissemination of Québec artists’ works outside Québec. It is intended for professional artists and independent curators working in CALQ-supported disciplines. It covers touring presentations, dissemination of a work or body of work in one or more locations, and participation in markets, fairs, or exhibitions.
How much funding can be received?
CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $75 per project.
Who is eligible for the CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec program?
To be eligible for the CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec program, you must:
Professional artist or independent curator
Normally resides in Quebec
Project confirmed by a recognized venue
What expenses are eligible under CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec?
Touring presentations of a work
Dissemination of a work or body of work in one or more locations
Participation in markets, fairs, or exhibitions
Who can I contact for more information about the CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec?
You can contact Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ) or by phone at 4186431707.
Where is the CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec available?
The CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CALQ — Circulation of Works Outside Quebec is a Grant and Funding