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CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies
Two-month residency for Quebec artists in Brazil
Funding available
$ 9,000
Deadline
June 11, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies supports Quebec artists and writers for a two-month residency in Brazil. The program covers transport, insurance, daily allowances, and provides accommodation through the host institution.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 9,000 $
- Minimum amount : 9,000 $
Funds Providers
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
- Higher Education
- Research
- International Activities
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Two-month research and creation residency at the Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia
- Artistic development and exchange with local and international creators
- Use of studio and workspaces provided on site
- Collaboration with local universities, institutions, and the independent scene
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project description form
- Personal information form
- Short project summary in English or the host country language, when recommended
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec artists
- Quebec writers
- Applicants in architectural research
- Applicants in digital arts, film and video art, literature and storytelling, multidisciplinary arts, music, popular song, or theatre
Who is not eligible
- Artist or writer groups
- Legally constituted groups or partnerships applying as a group
- Projects carried out under a school program
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs, including visa fees
- Personal insurance costs
- Living expenses and daily allowances
- Project realization costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects already refused by the CALQ
- Incomplete applications
- Projects carried out as part of a school program
- Artist or writer groups
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Salvador-Bahia, Brazil
Selection criteria
- Quality of artistic work
- Interest and relevance of the project
- Feasibility of the project
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the program
- Read the program information carefully before applying.
- Check the residency details and application requirements.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the required online forms in Mon dossier CALQ.
- Prepare a complete file with all required supporting materials.
- Include a short project argument for the chosen residency location.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit online through Mon dossier CALQ.
- If online submission is unavailable, follow the WeTransfer instructions in the application form.
- Do not send applications by mail.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are evaluated on merit by a jury.
- Recommendations are submitted to the CALQ board for approval in specialized residency programs.
- Applicants receive a response about eight weeks after submission.
- Accepted applicants receive an announcement letter with the grant conditions.
- Decisions are final and without appeal.
Additional information
- Applicants can submit online through Mon dossier CALQ.
- The selected recipient must follow the host institution’s rules and conditions.
- A detailed report on the use of the grant or research results must be submitted within three months after the project ends.
- The CALQ logo or credit mention is required for public activities or publications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies Program
What is the CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies?
CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies supports Quebec artists and writers for a two-month residency in Brazil. The program covers transport, insurance, daily allowances, and provides accommodation through the host institution.
How much funding can be received?
CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies Funds up to $9,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies program?
To be eligible for the CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies program, you must:
Artist or writer with 2+ years of practice
Project in an eligible discipline
Complete application in Mon dossier CALQ
What expenses are eligible under CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies?
Two-month research and creation residency at the Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia
Artistic development and exchange with local and international creators
Use of studio and workspaces provided on site
Collaboration with local universities, institutions, and the independent scene
Who can I contact for more information about the CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies?
You can contact Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ) or by phone at 418 643-1707.
Where is the CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies available?
The CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CALQ — Goethe-Institut Salvador-Bahia Research and Creation Residencies is a Researchers And Facilities