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Dance Creation Residency

Support for dance creation residencies in Montreal

Offered by

Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM)

Official source: artsmontreal.org

Source change captured April 26, 2026

Funding available: $ 8,500
Deadline: Unspecified
Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply: Dance artists; See full eligibility

Overview

This program offers up to $8,500 and a one-week technical residency for dance creation in Montreal. It supports EN COURS DE CRÉATION projects and includes access to studio space, professional networking, and Parcours Danse registration.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding: $8,500

Financing goals

Develop a new product or service
Conduct research and development activities

Eligible candidates

Location: Montreal
Montréal
Quebec
Eligible Industries: All industries
Annual revenue: All revenue ranges
Organisation size: All organization sizes
Audience: Canadians
Legal structures: Non-profit

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation: Culture and Arts
Target groups: Artists / creatives, Nonprofits / charities
Scope: Municipal

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Availability timeline

2026

Periods: 1

Latest changes

May 10, 2026

Parcours Danse details updated

The grant content now emphasizes current Parcours Danse details, including dates, location, and related activity links.

The grant page now highlights Parcours Danse program information more clearly, including the November 24 to 28, 2025 schedule in Montréal and links to related program pages and the PDF. The application framing and project context also appear more tightly tied to the Parcours Danse process, which affects timeline, scope, and application guidance.

Official source: artsmontreal.org

May 10, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Dance artists
Professional dance collectives
Non-profit organizations in dance

Who is not eligible

Agencies
Agents
Presenting organizations
Collectives or organizations that do not meet the eligibility requirements

Eligible expenses

Residency costs.

Eligible geographic areas

Island of Montreal
Montreal

Activities funded

One-week technical residency for a dance creation project.
Participation in the Parcours Danse EN COURS DE CRÉATION program.

How to apply

Step 1: Review program requirements
- Check the Parcours Danse requirements.
- Confirm that the project is in the EN COURS DE CRÉATION category.
Step 2: Prepare the application
- Make sure the applicant meets the La DSR membership requirement.
- Gather the information needed for the Parcours Danse application.
Step 3: Submit online
- Use the La Danse sur les routes application form to apply.
- Submit the application before the deadline.

Selection criteria

Artistic coherence: 50%
Touring potential: 30%
Artistic process: 20%

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed by the La DSR-administered evaluation committee and a paid peer jury.
Decisions are made within 10 to 12 weeks after the deadline.
Funding is paid by La DSR on behalf of the Conseil.
Successful applicants must carry out the project as planned and meet the related conditions.

Additional information

Only two residencies are awarded each year.
The support is one-time and non-recurring.
Recipients must mention the funding in their communication materials.

Contacts

accgeoffroy@ladansesurlesroutes.com

Official sources

Dance Creation Residency

Program guide

CALL for Projects (2024)

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Dance Creation Residency Program

What is the Dance Creation Residency?

How much funding can be received?

Dance Creation Residency Funds up to $8,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Dance Creation Residency program?

To be eligible for the Dance Creation Residency program, you must: Apply in EN COURS DE CRÉATION. Meet Parcours Danse requirements. Be a La DSR member.