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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Information and cultural industries
grant_single|grantors
  • 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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The Canada Book Fund's Support for Organizations component supports collective projects that benefit the Canadian book industry by focusing on marketing, technology, professional development, and internships related to Canadian-authored books.
  • Marketing projects that adopt a collective commercial approach and promote Canadian-authored books by Canadian-owned firms.
  • Technology projects that develop communication and distribution infrastructure for the Canadian book industry.
  • Professional development projects providing training to enhance skills and best practices in the book industry.
  • Internship projects offering on-the-job training for Canadian interns in the book industry.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$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.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The Canada Book Fund, through the Support for Organizations component, aims to bolster the Canadian book publishing industry by fostering collective projects that benefit industry stakeholders. To be eligible, organizations must primarily be Canadian-owned and controlled, engage in activities related to the book publishing industry, and demonstrate the collective benefit of their projects.
  • The organization must be Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled, incorporated under the laws of Canada or a province.
  • Organizations must represent or be related to the Canadian book publishing industry.
  • Canadian teaching institutions with book industry specialization are eligible for professional development projects.
  • Projects must demonstrate broad benefit to the Canadian book industry rather than benefiting a single publisher or affiliated group.
  • Marketing projects must promote Canadian-authored books by Canadian-owned firms.
  • Technology projects must benefit the industry as a whole or multiple sectors.
  • Professional development projects must focus on new skills or industry best practices.
  • Internship projects must plan to hire a Canadian intern, providing a productive training environment and useful work not possible due to resource constraints.
  • Interns should not be existing employees or previously funded interns under the CBF.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

The Canada Book Fund's Support for Organizations component is open to Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organizations or professional associations related to the Canadian book publishing industry. Additionally, Canadian teaching institutions specializing in the book industry are eligible for Professional Development project funding.
  • Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organizations.
  • Professional associations related to the Canadian book publishing industry.
  • Canadian teaching institutions specializing in the book industry (for Professional Development projects).

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

Companies that are not Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organizations or professional associations related to the Canadian book publishing industry are not eligible for this grant. Additionally, projects that only benefit a single book publisher, Canadian-authored book, or an affiliated group of book publishers are not eligible.
  • Not Canadian-owned and Canadian-controlled organizations
  • Not professional associations related to the Canadian book publishing industry
  • Projects benefiting a single book publisher or Canadian-authored book
  • Projects benefiting an affiliated group of book publishers

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

Eligible expenses for the Canada Book Fund's Support for Organizations component include project-related costs, including cash and in-kind contributions, essential for the project’s success. These contributions must be of fair market value and be balanced by revenue; expenses incurred before project confirmation are at the applicant's risk.
  • Event production costs
  • Design and distribution of marketing materials
  • Consultation and professional services, honoraria, and employee salaries related to the project
  • Market research or applied research projects
  • Acquisition of information technology equipment and software
  • Developing, organizing, and providing a training program
  • The intern's salary
  • Professional development expenses for interns from specific communities

grant_single_labels|criteria

The Canada Book Fund's Support for Organizations component requires applications to demonstrate clear objectives and measurable results, as funding decisions are influenced by the quality and competitiveness of submissions. Applications are evaluated based on specific criteria, including industry impact, collaboration, and capacity to undertake the project.
  • Demonstrated industry need and support for the project, as well as value for money
  • Demonstrated need for Canada Book Fund support
  • Measurable results and, for repeat projects, where possible, improved results
  • Added value from previous projects or activities
  • A sustainability strategy (i.e. the ability to increase other funding sources)
  • Impact of the project on the Canadian book industry (lasting benefit, broad reach to stakeholders)
  • Collaboration or partnerships between organizations in different sectors of the industry or both Canada's English and French markets
  • Demonstrated capacity of the organization to undertake the project
  • Reporting history with the Support for Organizations component
  • Marketing projects assessed on their strategic use of digital technologies for book promotion
  • Funding priority may be given to projects focusing on export, digital marketplace capacity, pilot innovative approaches, and benefiting under-represented groups

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Read the Application Guidelines in their entirety to understand all eligibility requirements and necessary documents.
  • Step 2: Complete the Application Form with detailed information about your project, including objectives and budget.
  • Step 3: Attach the required supporting documents, such as the latest audited financial statements of your organization.
  • Step 4: Ensure that all documents are signed and dated where necessary.
  • Step 5: Submit your application package electronically by email to flc-sao-cbf-sfo@pch.gc.ca.
  • Step 6: Send your email submission no later than 11:59 p.m. local time on the application deadline date to ensure timely consideration.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

There are additional miscellaneous details regarding the grant, such as requirements on acknowledgement and disclosures, public health compliance, linguistic obligations, and potential audits. It is crucial for applicants to adhere to these various requirements to maintain eligibility and compliance.
  • Organizations must publicly acknowledge the financial support received from the Government of Canada in both English and French.
  • The information in the application may be disclosed in line with the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act.
  • Recipients must comply with public health guidelines relevant to the project's scope and activities.
  • Funding recipients must adhere to obligations regarding the official languages and take positive measures to support the vitality of official language minority communities.
  • The program reserves the right to audit recipients and conduct program evaluations.

grant_single_labels|contact

flc-sao-cbf-sfo@pch.gc.ca
819-997-0055
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