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CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission
Support for Inuit and First Nations artistic projects
Last Update: June 14, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission supports the revitalization, creation, transmission, and circulation of Inuit and First Nations arts in Quebec. It can cover artist remuneration, materials, studio and equipment rental, travel, promotion, and related project costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research, documentation, and artistic transmission
- Creation, production, reprise, and promotion of works
- Training, mentorship, residencies, and first professional experiences
- Circulation, dissemination, and promotion of Inuit and First Nations works
Documents Needed
- Project description form
- Personal information form
- Budget template
- Proof of First Nations or Inuit status, for first applications
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Inuit artists
- First Nations artists in Canada
- Inuit and First Nations artistic organizations in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Legally incorporated groups
- Projects completed as part of a diploma program
- Projects previously rejected by the CALQ
- Incomplete applications
Eligible expenses
- Artist remuneration and participant fees
- Materials, studio, hall and equipment rental
- Registration, internship, travel and living costs
- Promotion and project execution costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses already funded by another CALQ program or another organization
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Projects and circulation inside and outside Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by CALQ program staff for eligibility and overall fit with program objectives.
- Eligible applications are then assessed by a jury and approved by the CALQ board.
- Applicants are notified by email if registered in Mon Dossier CALQ, or in writing if not.
- Successful applicants receive a document setting out the grant terms and conditions.
- Decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
Additional information
- The CALQ sends an email acknowledgement of receipt.
- Applicants registered for Mon Dossier CALQ can track their file online.
- Successful applicants receive terms and conditions with the award letter.
- The CALQ does not accept applications by mail.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission Program
What is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission?
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission supports the revitalization, creation, transmission, and circulation of Inuit and First Nations arts in Quebec. It can cover artist remuneration, materials, studio and equipment rental, travel, promotion, and related project costs.
How much funding can be received?
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission program?
To be eligible for the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission program, you must:
Inuit or First Nations applicant
Active artistic practice
Quebec residency required
What expenses are eligible under CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission?
Research, documentation, and artistic transmission
Creation, production, reprise, and promotion of works
Training, mentorship, residencies, and first professional experiences
Circulation, dissemination, and promotion of Inuit and First Nations works
Who can I contact for more information about the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission?
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 514 845-9024.
Where is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission available?
The CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission program is available across Canada.
Is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission is a Grant and Funding