CALQ —Creation

• Completed online application form.
• Project description form.
• Personal information form.
• Supporting documents specified in the application form.
• Partner letter or co-production agreement, when applicable.

Who is eligible?

• Professional artists.
• Independent curators.
• Applicants working in CALQ-supported artistic disciplines.

Who is not eligible

• Corporations or partnerships involving the applicant as a shareholder or partner.
• Non-profit organizations employing the applicant for projects linked to the organization’s activities.
• Projects commissioned by the private sector.
• Projects for television series or video clips.
• Projects involving only restoration, permanent improvements, or strictly didactic or historical content.

Eligible expenses

• Artist remuneration and fees for participating artists and partners.
• Research, development, and rehearsal expenses.
• Studio, workshop, and equipment rental costs.
• Creation residency expenses, travel, accommodation, and per diem.
• Visa fees and specialized equipment when required for the project.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Mail submission of applications.

Eligible geographic areas

• Québec

• Applications are first reviewed by CALQ program managers for eligibility and alignment with program objectives.
• Eligible applications are then assessed by a jury and, when needed, by assessors.
• The jury makes recommendations to the board of directors, which ratifies the decisions.
• Applicants are notified by email through Mon dossier CALQ or in writing if they did not register online.
• If approved, the confirmation letter includes the grant terms and conditions.

• Mon Dossier CALQ is the preferred submission channel.
• Applications cannot be submitted by mail.
• If Mon Dossier CALQ is unavailable, the file may be sent by WeTransfer.
• Applications are also tracked online through Mon Dossier CALQ.