Dance Creation Residency
Montréal, QC, Canada
Dance Creation Residency offers technical support for Montréal artists
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- grant_single|closingDateJanuary 31, 2025
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Conseil des arts de Montréal
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The Dance Creation Residency grant offers a maximum funding of $8,500 to support dance artists, collectives, and organizations from Montréal in developing a dance work through a one-week residency at Circuit-Est's Jeanne-Renaud studio. The program's purpose is to promote dance creation by providing suitable conditions for artistic experimentation and professional networking opportunities.
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This grant offers financial support for artists, collectives, and organizations in the domain of dance, focusing on creation and experimentation. The assistance aims to provide suitable environments and resources for dance projects.
- Creation of a new dance work or project.
- Participation in a one-week dance residency at Circuit-Est’s Jeanne-Renaud studio.
- Opportunity to showcase projects during the Parcours Danse biennial event.
- Networking with industry professionals and sharing knowledge.
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements for arts organizations in the field of dance.
- The organization must be a non-profit organization or a non-profit artists’ cooperative that does not pay dividends.
- The head office of the organization must be located on the Island of Montréal.
- The organization must have a board of directors whose members are mainly Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
- The organization’s main mission must be artistic creation, production, or presentation.
- The organization must possess recognized and demonstrable expertise.
- The organization must be managed by qualified individuals.
- The organization must present activities of acknowledged artistic quality.
- The organization must employ professional artists and cultural workers.
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This residency grant is targeted at artists, professional artists' collectives, and non-profit organizations based in Montreal, in the field of dance. Eligible candidates must meet specific criteria related to their artistic and professional status.
- Artistic coherence: 50%
- Touring potential: 30%
- Artistic process: 20%
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This grant is specifically designed for artists, collectives, and non-profit organizations involved in dance, and has exclusions based on the applicant's status or core activities. Restrictions are outlined to focus the funding on suitable sectors.
- Agencies that do not qualify within the arts sector.
- Agents representing artists or organizations.
- Presenting organizations that do not create dance works.
- Collectives and organizations not meeting general or specific eligibility requirements.
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The grant provides specific coverage for residency costs and associated benefits.
- Residency costs up to a maximum of $8,500.
- Access costs for Maison du Conseil des arts de Montréal studios valued at $720.
- Access costs for Circuit-Est’s Jeanne-Renaud studio for one week.
- Free registration for Parcours Danse 2025 valued at $350.
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This grant residency is limited to artists, collectives, or organizations based on the Island of Montréal, aligning with the focus on local cultural development.
- Island of Montréal
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The evaluation and selection of projects for the Dance Creation Residency grant are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.
- Artistic coherence: 50%
- Touring potential: 30%
- Artistic process: 20%
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Review eligibility requirements
- Ensure your artist status or organizational criteria meet the residency’s general and specific eligibility requirements.
- Verify membership status with La Danse sur les routes for the years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026.
- Step 2: Prepare your application
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal under the EN COURS DE CRÉATION category.
- Ensure your project aligns with the evaluation criteria: artistic coherence, touring potential, and artistic process.
- Gather any additional supplemental documents that may strengthen your application.
- Step 3: Submit your application
- Visit La Danse sur les routes website.
- Access the application portal and fill out the necessary fields based on the project proposal.
- Upload all required documents and finalize submission.
- Step 4: Confirmation
- Receive confirmation of submission from La Danse sur les routes.
- Note down any acknowledgment or application reference number provided for future reference.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Recipients are required to submit activity and financial reports as per specific timelines.
- If the funded project cannot be completed, recipients must notify as soon as possible, and may be required to reimburse part or all of the grant received.
- Applications are evaluated by a paid jury of peers administered by La DSR.
- Receiving organizations, collectives, or individuals must acknowledge the Conseil's support in all publicity and promotions.
- Indirect communication regarding the application with evaluation committees or the Board of Directors is prohibited.
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accgeoffroy@ladansesurlesroutes.com
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Expand Your Dance Creations with the Montreal Dance Residency Grant
This prestigious grant fosters the creation of innovative dance works through a one-week residency in Circuit-Est’s Jeanne-Renaud studio. With financial support and professional opportunities, it seeks to empower Montreal-based artists, collectives, and organizations in the vibrant field of dance.
Detailed Insights into the Montreal Dance Residency Grant
The Montreal Dance Residency Grant, jointly offered by the Conseil des arts de Montréal and La Danse sur les Routes (La DSR) in cooperation with Circuit-Est, presents a unique opportunity for dance artists, collectives, and companies in Montreal to further their creative projects. This initiative, part of the "EN COURS DE CRÉATION" project, is intricately linked to the larger Parcours Danse biennial event, which has garnered international recognition since its inception in 2003 for showcasing Quebec's diverse dance culture.
This residency is specifically designed to provide Montreal-based dance artists with an enriching environment conducive to artistic development. Successful applicants will receive a comprehensive support package, including a maximum grant of $8,500 to cover residency costs. Furthermore, beneficiaries will gain complimentary access to the Jeanne-Renaud studio for one week, valued at a substantial amount, along with free registration perks for the prestigious Parcours Danse 2025 event, enhancing their professional visibility and networking prospects within the dance industry.
The residency is set to unfold in fall 2025, offering artists an optimal setting to refine their artistic visions. Located in Circuit-Est's Jeanne-Renaud studio, the residency provides state-of-the-art facilities that support the execution of innovative dance creations, fostering a space for experimentation and artistic dialogue. As part of their residency experience, artists will benefit from networking activities organized by La DSR, further integrating them into the local and international dance communities.
Eligible candidates include individual artists, professional collectives, and non-profit organizations who meet specific criteria, including residency in Montreal and demonstrated professional status. The grant application process is competitive, with submissions evaluated by peers through a jury process facilitated by La DSR. This ensures a fair selection method, considering the diversity of dance forms, artistic genres, and audience reach.
The significance of this grant extends beyond financial support. It symbolizes an investment in the development of the local dance scene, maintaining Montreal's position as a leader in dance innovation. By equipping artists with the resources and professional exposure needed to succeed, the residency plays a crucial role in propelling promising dance projects onto a broader stage.
Ultimately, the Montreal Dance Residency Grant is not merely a source of funding; it's a catalyst for artistic growth and community engagement, helping artists to create and share works that resonate with audiences both within Quebec and internationally. This program is integral to nurturing a rich and dynamic cultural landscape, aligning with the values and missions of the Conseil des arts de Montréal and La DSR.
