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CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development
Support for Indigenous arts organizations’ growth
Funding available
Up to 75% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development supports the organizational growth of Indigenous arts organizations in Quebec. It covers activities related to organizational consolidation, staff growth, audience development, national and international development, and fundraising.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
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
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Organizational consolidation and capacity building.
- Staff growth and strengthening.
- Audience development and retention.
- National and international development.
- Fundraising activities.
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form.
- Letters patent and by-laws, if new or modified.
- Financial statements from the latest completed fiscal year.
- Detailed balanced project budget.
- Project summary and past activities overview.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous arts organizations.
- Non-profit arts organizations with Indigenous-majority governance.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations whose support falls under SODEC or the Ministry of Culture and Communications.
- Incomplete applications.
Eligible expenses
- Expenses related to project delivery.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Relevance of the planned activities to the applicant’s organizational development (40 points).
- Quality of the organization’s past achievements or those of the people involved (40 points).
- Realism of the budget forecast and ability to carry out the project (20 points).
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill in all required sections directly in the form.
- Sign the form before submission.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting documents
- Gather the required administrative, financial, and project documents listed in the application form.
- Prepare any optional supporting material if relevant.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit through Mon dossier CALQ whenever possible.
- If this channel is unavailable, follow the form instructions to send the file by WeTransfer.
- Step 4: Receive confirmation
- Wait for the CALQ acknowledgment of receipt by email or dated receipt.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed for eligibility and program fit.
- Eligible applications are assessed by an advisory committee.
- The committee makes recommendations to the board of directors for final decision.
- Applicants are informed of the decision by email or in writing.
- Approved applicants receive the subsidy terms and conditions with the award letter.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted online through Mon dossier CALQ.
- If online submission is not available, WeTransfer may be used following the form instructions.
- The CALQ sends a confirmation of receipt by email or dated receipt for in-person submissions.
- Accepted applicants receive a document outlining the terms and conditions of the subsidy.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development Program
What is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development?
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development supports the organizational growth of Indigenous arts organizations in Quebec. It covers activities related to organizational consolidation, staff growth, audience development, national and international development, and fundraising.
How much funding can be received?
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development program?
To be eligible for the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development program, you must:
Non-profit legal entity.
Head office in Quebec.
Indigenous-majority board.
What expenses are eligible under CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development?
Organizational consolidation and capacity building.
Staff growth and strengthening.
Audience development and retention.
National and international development.
Fundraising activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development?
You can contact Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ) by email at sara.thibault@calq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 514 864-3350.
Where is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development available?
The CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Organizational Capacity Development is a Grant and Funding