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CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations
Funding for Indigenous arts organizations in Quebec
Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Arts autochtones – Revitalisation, Création et Transmission supports Indigenous artistic organizations through Re-Connaître in Quebec and outside Quebec. It funds projects focused on the dissemination, circulation, and outreach of Indigenous works and artists, while remaining adaptable to customary, traditional, and contemporary practices.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 100% 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
- Indigenous peoples
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Dissemination of Indigenous works and artists
- Circulation of Indigenous works and artists
- Outreach for Indigenous works and artists
Documents Needed
- Project description form
- Personal information form
- Budget template
- Supporting application materials requested in the form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous arts organizations
- Non-profit artistic organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations whose support falls under SODEC or the Ministry of Culture and Communications
- Incomplete applications
Eligible expenses
- Project-related costs for carrying out the artistic project
- Direct expenses linked to project production and delivery
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses already covered by another CALQ program or any other organization
Selection criteria
- Artistic work quality: 40 points
- Project relevance and interest: 40 points
- Project management: 20 points
- Past achievements and artistic interest of the project are assessed
- Budget realism, delivery capacity, and eco-responsibility efforts are considered
How to apply
- Step 1: Read the program guidelines
- Review the eligibility section and application requirements.
- Check the instructions and available forms before starting.
- Step 2: Complete the application package
- Fill in the online forms in Mon dossier CALQ.
- Prepare the project description, personal information form, and budget template.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit through Mon dossier CALQ.
- If that channel is not available, send the file by WeTransfer using the instructions in the application form.
- Applications cannot be sent by mail.
- Step 4: Receive confirmation and follow-up
- Keep the email acknowledgment sent by CALQ.
- Applicants using Mon dossier CALQ can track the application status online.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are evaluated by a jury composed mainly of recognized Indigenous artists, Elders, creators, and Indigenous cultural professionals or managers.
- The CALQ sends an acknowledgment by email.
- Applicants using Mon dossier CALQ can track the processing of their application online.
- When a file is submitted at CALQ offices, a dated acknowledgment is provided.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by an advisory committee made up mainly of recognized Indigenous artists and cultural professionals.
- The CALQ may provide the general scoring comments for each evaluation criterion upon request after the results are announced.
- Some parts of the application can be submitted in writing or orally.
- The CALQ does not accept applications by mail.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations Program
What is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations?
Arts autochtones – Revitalisation, Création et Transmission supports Indigenous artistic organizations through Re-Connaître in Quebec and outside Quebec. It funds projects focused on the dissemination, circulation, and outreach of Indigenous works and artists, while remaining adaptable to customary, traditional, and contemporary practices.
How much funding can be received?
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations 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 for Organizations program?
To be eligible for the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations program, you must:
Non-profit organization in Quebec
Professional artistic activities
Indigenous-majority board
What expenses are eligible under CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations?
Dissemination of Indigenous works and artists
Circulation of Indigenous works and artists
Outreach for Indigenous works and artists
Who can I contact for more information about the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations?
You can contact Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ) by email at amanda.wanis@calq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 514 864-1984.
Where is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations available?
The CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CALQ — Indigenous Arts - Revitalization, Creation and Transmission for Organizations is a Grant and Funding