Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — Not-for-Profit
Canada
Funding for projects in the book industry
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Grant and Funding
Wage Subsidies And Interns
Partnering and Collaboration
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- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Canadian Heritage
- Government of Canada
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Get a contribution of up to $2 million for a book industry project related to marketing, digital technology, professional-development and more.
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Marketing projects help market and showcase Canadian-authored titles and develop new and existing markets for Canadian-authored books. Technology projects aim to support the industry in becoming more efficient, competitive, and adaptable in response to changing technologies.
- Event production costs
- Design and distribution of marketing materials
- Consultation and professional services
- Market research or applied research projects
- Acquisition of information technology equipment and software
- Developing, organizing, and providing a training program
- The intern's salary
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$80,000
Toronto
Digital marketing campaign to promote Canadian-authored eco-friendly books.
$100,000
Vancouver
Developing a training program for Canadian publishers on emerging digital technologies.
$90,000
Montreal
Market research project to identify new markets for Canadian fantasy novels.
$150,000
Calgary
Launching an online platform for Canadian self-published authors.
$200,000
Ottawa
Hosting a national book fair to promote Canadian children's literature.
$150,000
Edmonton
Acquiring new IT equipment for a Canadian-owned publishing house.
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The eligibility criteria for this grant are:
- a Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organization or professional association, representing or related to the Canadian book publishing industry
- incorporated under the laws of Canada or a province
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Eligible companies for this grant must be Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organizations or professional associations representing or related to the Canadian book publishing industry, and they must be incorporated under the laws of Canada or a province.
- Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organizations
- Professional associations representing or related to the Canadian book publishing industry
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There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. To summarize, foreign-owned organizations and individuals who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents are not eligible to apply for this grant.
- Foreign-owned organizations
- Individuals who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents
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There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include event production costs, design and distribution of marketing materials, consultation and professional services, market research, acquisition of information technology equipment, developing training programs, intern salaries, and more.
- Event production costs
- Design and distribution of marketing materials
- Consultation and professional services
- Market research or applied research projects
- Acquisition of information technology equipment
- Developing, organizing, and providing a training program
- Intern salaries
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Canada Book Fund grant. Projects are assessed based on industry need, value for money, impact on the Canadian book industry, collaboration, organizational capacity, and reporting history.
- Demonstrated industry need and support for the project
- Demonstrated need for Canada Book Fund support
- Measurable results and added value from previous projects
- Impact of the project on the Canadian book industry
- Collaboration or partnerships between organizations
- Demonstrated capacity of the organization to undertake the project
- Reporting history with the Support for Organizations component
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- Step 1: Read the Application Guidelines in their entirety before completing your application.
- Step 2: Meet all eligibility requirements and gather required documents.
- Step 3: Complete, sign, and date the Application Form.
- Step 4: Attach all required supporting documents.
- Step 5: Submit your application electronically by email to the specified address before the deadline.
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flc-sao-cbf-sfo@pch.gc.ca
819-997-0055
Apply to this program
Canada Book Fund - Support for Organizations
The Canada Book Fund's Support for Organizations aims to enhance the Canadian book industry by supporting collective projects that promote Canadian-authored books through marketing, technology, professional development, and internships.
Canada Book Fund - Support for Organizations Overview
The Canada Book Fund's Support for Organizations component focuses on advancing the Canadian book industry by providing funding for projects that contribute to marketing Canadian books, implementing technology solutions, offering professional development opportunities, and facilitating internships. This funding initiative aims to increase awareness of Canadian-authored books, strengthen industry infrastructure, and foster innovation within the publishing sector.
Marketing projects supported under this program aim to promote Canadian-authored titles through various channels, while technology projects focus on enhancing industry efficiency and adaptability. Professional development initiatives offer training and knowledge-sharing opportunities to industry professionals, ensuring they stay abreast of industry best practices. Additionally, internship projects provide on-the-job training for the next generation of Canadian book industry professionals.
Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria, demonstrate a clear industry need for their project, and outline its potential impact on the Canadian book industry. The funding provided can cover eligible project expenses, with a cap on the maximum funding amount per project and fiscal year. Organizations interested in applying for this grant must adhere to the guidelines outlined by the Canada Book Fund and submit a complete application package for evaluation.
The Canada Book Fund - Support for Organizations component plays a vital role in sustaining and promoting Canadian-authored books both nationally and internationally, contributing to the vibrancy and diversity of the Canadian literary landscape.
