How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2000000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit?

Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit is funded by Canadian Heritage, Government of Canada

What are Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit's eligibility criterias?

The organization must be Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled. The organization should be incorporated under the laws of Canada or a province. The organization must represent or be related to the Canadian book publishing industry.

Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit

Last Update: January 24, 2025

Canada

Funding for projects in the book industry

Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $2,000,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : October 31, 2024
Closing date : April 1, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Grant Providers

Canadian Heritage
Government of Canada

Status

Closed

Overview of the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit program

Contributions of up to $1.5 million for marketing, technology and professional development projects in the book publishing, distribution, marketing, wholesale or retail sectors representing Canadian authors.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant provides structured financing options aimed to support various project types within the Canadian book industry, emphasizing both flexibility and accountability. The funding is designed to optimize resource utilization across eligible activities and recipients.

Funding is available for up to 100% of eligible expenses or $2,000,000 per project per fiscal year for not-for-profit organizations.
For other organizations, funding is limited to 75% of eligible expenses or $1,500,000 per project per fiscal year.
In most cases, funding typically covers up to 50% of eligible project expenses.
Internship projects can receive up to 50% funding of eligible expenses or $15,000, with enhanced funding up to 75% or $22,500 for certain demographics.
The total financial assistance from the grant and other government sources cannot exceed 100% of total project-related costs for not-for-profit organizations and certain special groups.
Funding provided may be a grant, requiring a final report, or a contribution, necessitating a signed funding agreement and compliance with additional reporting.
Organizations receiving $250,000 or more as a contribution must submit an audited financial report.

Eligible projects & activities

This grant supports initiatives that enhance the Canadian book publishing industry through marketing, technology, professional development, and internships. These projects aim to benefit the industry collectively rather than individual entities.

Collective marketing projects to promote Canadian-authored books and develop new markets.
Technology projects that improve industry infrastructure and resource development.
Professional development projects offering training and skill development opportunities.
Internship projects providing on-the-job training to foster new industry professionals.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 80,000

Internship program for aspiring book publishers

$ 100,000

Publishing a catalogue of Canadian indigenous authors

$ 80,000

Hosting a training program on digital marketing for book publishers

$ 100,000

Creating a bilingual online bookstore

$ 250,000

Developing an AI-based recommendation system for a book retailer

$ 70,000

Conducting market research to explore new publishing trends

Eligibility criteria of the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit program

Your organization must meet specific criteria to be eligible for this grant.

The organization must be Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled.
It must be a professional association representing or related to the Canadian book publishing industry.
The organization must be incorporated under the laws of Canada or a Canadian province.
Canadian teaching institutions with a specialization in the book industry can apply for Professional Development projects.
Organizations representing Canadian libraries might be eligible, but they should contact the granting body before applying.

Who is eligible?

To be eligible for funding, your organization must be: a Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organization or professional association, representing or related to the Canadian book publishing industry; and incorporated under the laws of Canada or a province.Canadian teaching institutions with a specialization in the book industry are eligible for funding of Professional Development projects.Organizations that represent Canadian libraries may be eligible for projects that meet the objectives of the Canada Book Fund, but should contact us before applying.

Who is not eligible

The grant does not mention any specific types of companies that are not eligible. However, projects must benefit more than a single book publisher or a small affiliated group.

Projects must be collective and provide a broad benefit to the Canadian book industry.
Projects that only benefit a single book publisher or closely affiliated group are not eligible.

Eligible expenses

The Canada Book Fund supports collective projects to enhance the Canadian book industry broadly. Eligible activities include marketing, technology improvements, professional development, and internships to advance the industry's infrastructure and market presence.

Marketing projects adopting a collective commercial approach for Canadian-authored books.
Technology projects that develop communication and distribution infrastructure for the industry.
Professional development activities focusing on skill-building and industry best practices.
Internship opportunities that provide on-the-job training to young professionals.

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.

Eligibility criteria of the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit program

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant prioritize those that demonstrate industry need, collaboration, strategic use of resources, and measurable impacts on the book industry.

Demonstrated industry need and support for the project, demonstrating value for money.
Demonstrated need for Canada Book Fund support.
Capacity to demonstrate measurable results, improved results for repeat projects, or a sustainability strategy.
Impact on the Canadian book industry, including lasting benefits and broad reach to various stakeholders.
Collaboration or partnerships between different sectors or across Canada's linguistic markets.
Demonstrated capacity of the organization to implement the project.
Positive reporting history with the Support for Organizations component.
Strategic use of digital technologies in marketing projects (websites, social media).
Funding priority for projects exporting Canadian books, enhancing digital marketplace capabilities, piloting innovative marketing approaches, and benefiting under-represented groups.

How to apply to the Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit program

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.

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.

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.

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.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Funding can cover up to 100% of eligible expenses for not-for-profit organizations, with a maximum of $2,000,000 per fiscal year.
For profit organizations can receive 75% of eligible expenses with a cap of $1,500,000 per fiscal year.
Internship projects have specific funding caps: normally 50% of eligible expenses up to $15,000, which can increase to 75% up to $22,500 for interns from underrepresented groups.
Funding decisions are final and projects may be audit by Canadian Heritage to ensure compliance with terms.
The fund supports diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism initiatives as per its guidelines.
Recipients must comply with public health, workplace well-being, and official languages requirements.
Acknowledgement of funding from the Government of Canada is required in promotional activities, with specific bilingual messaging mandates.
Applicants should maintain detailed records for five years for potential audit or program evaluation purposes.