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Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit
Funding for collective Canadian book industry projects
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : October 31, 2024
- Closing date : April 1, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The program provides funding for collective projects that support the Canadian book industry. It funds marketing, technology, professional development and internship activities that promote Canadian-authored books and strengthen industry capacity.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : October 31, 2024
- Closing date : April 1, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Higher Education
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collective marketing and promotion of Canadian-authored books.
- Technology projects that improve industry infrastructure and efficiency.
- Professional development activities for book industry workers.
- Internship projects offering on-the-job training.
Documents Needed
- Application Form
- Detailed project description and budget
- Latest financial statements
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organizations or professional associations related to the Canadian book publishing industry.
- Canadian teaching institutions specializing in the book industry, for professional development projects.
- Organizations representing Canadian libraries, for projects meeting program objectives.
Who is not eligible
- Projects that only benefit a single book publisher or a small affiliated group.
Eligible expenses
- Project-related salaries, fees and honoraria.
- Marketing materials, event production, and promotion costs.
- Research, information collection, and dissemination costs.
- Information technology equipment and software.
- Training program costs and intern salaries.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Hospitality expenses.
- Expenses related to foreign authors.
- Travel costs not directly related to the project.
- Volunteer support expenses.
- Fundraising, dividends, bonuses, and grant-writing costs.
Eligible geographic areas
The grant does not specify any eligible geographical areas beyond being Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled. Eligibility seems to apply broadly across Canada without further regional restrictions.
- All provinces and territories in Canada.
Selection criteria
- Industry need and support for the project.
- Alignment with program objectives.
- Measurable results and sustainability.
- Impact on the Canadian book industry and collaboration between sectors.
- Capacity of the organization to deliver the project.
How to apply
1
Review Eligibility and Guidelines
- Read the Application Guidelines thoroughly to ensure your organization and project meet all eligibility criteria.
- Identify the application deadline that aligns with your project start date.
2
Prepare Application Package
- Complete the Application Form, ensuring all information is accurate and complete.
- Prepare a detailed project description including objectives, activities, and expected outcomes.
- Develop a project budget following the specified guidelines in Part E of the Application Form.
- Gather your organization’s latest audited financial statements.
3
Submit Application
- Attach all required documents to the Application Form.
- Submit the complete application package via email to flc-sao-cbf-sfo@pch.gc.ca.
- Ensure that your email is sent no later than 11:59 p.m. local time on the application deadline date.
4
Confirmation and Follow-Up
- Expect an acknowledgment of your application within two weeks of submission.
- Keep records of your submission and any responses for future reference.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility first.
- Eligible applications are then assessed by a review committee against program criteria.
- Funding decisions are based on application quality and available funds.
- Applicants receive an acknowledgment within two weeks.
- A funding agreement applies for contributions, and final reporting may be required.
Additional information
- Applicants may submit up to three applications per fiscal year.
- If approved, the funding may be issued as a grant or a contribution.
- Interim reports may be required during the project.
- Recipients must keep records for five years for audit or evaluation purposes.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit Program
What is the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit?
The program provides funding for collective projects that support the Canadian book industry. It funds marketing, technology, professional development and internship activities that promote Canadian-authored books and strengthen industry capacity.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 1, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit program?
To be eligible for the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit program, you must:
Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled.
Incorporated in Canada or a province.
Linked to the Canadian book publishing industry.
What expenses are eligible under Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit?
Collective marketing and promotion of Canadian-authored books.
Technology projects that improve industry infrastructure and efficiency.
Professional development activities for book industry workers.
Internship projects offering on-the-job training.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit?
You can contact Canadian Heritage by email at flc-sao-cbf-sfo@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-997-0055.
Where is the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit available?
The Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit program is available across Canada.