Canada Council for the Arts —
grant_single|update May 20, 2025
Canada
Supports multi-year artistic and cultural sector activities
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
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The Canada Council for the Arts Composite Activities grant provides up to $100,000 per year for a maximum of three years to support Canadian artists, arts workers, groups, and organizations in undertaking multi-year, large, or complex projects. Eligible activities include artistic creation, residencies, research, publishing, audience development, professional training, and public presentations within the arts sector.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
- Funding of up to $100,000 per year for projects, for a maximum of 3 years.
- Total financial assistance can reach up to $300,000 over the duration of the grant.
grant_single_labels|projects
- Execution of multi-year artistic creation and production projects.
- Implementation of organizational development and professional training initiatives for artists and arts workers.
- Development and management of residencies, research, and knowledge-sharing forums in the arts sector.
- Publication and dissemination of Canadian literary works and critical discourse.
- Initiatives to expand audience engagement and market development for Canadian arts nationally and internationally.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 97,000
Community mural project with educational outreach in diverse neighbourhoods
$ 99,500
International tour to present original Indigenous dance productions
$ 93,500
Residency program for Canadian jazz composers and recording project
$ 99,000
Launching a trilingual online literary magazine with public forums
$ 95,000
Organizing annual knowledge-sharing forums for independent theatre artists
$ 98,000
Professional training workshops for emerging visual artists in printmaking
grant_single_labels|admissibility
- The applicant must be a Canadian artist, arts or cultural worker, artistic group, or organization.
- The project must involve multiple, large, or complex activities to be carried out over a period of up to 3 years.
- The proposed activities must support the artistic process, publication, innovation, public engagement, or market development for Canadian arts.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
- Canadian artists
- Arts and cultural workers
- Artistic groups
- Arts organizations
- Canadian publishers of literary books and magazines
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
- Salaries and fees for artists, artistic groups, and cultural workers directly involved in activities.
- Costs for residencies, including associated travel and accommodation.
- Expenses related to research, including artistic or sector-based research.
- Publication costs for literary books and magazines authored by Canadian writers.
- Organizational development expenses, including professional development and training for artists and arts workers.
- Costs related to knowledge-sharing events or forums.
- Expenses for audience and market development, both in Canada and abroad.
- Production, representation, or management service fees for Canadian artists, groups, or organizations.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
- Canada
grant_single_labels|apply
1
Review eligibility and program criteria
- Review available funding programs to determine eligibility
- Identify which activities your organization or project aligns with
- Consult program guidelines for specific criteria
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Prepare application in the portal
- Create or access your account in the funding portal
- Gather necessary documentation and information required for your application
- Prepare a list of eligible activities and budgets
3
Complete and review application
- Complete all sections of the online application form
- Ensure all documents, supporting materials, and budgets are attached
- Review application for accuracy and completeness before submission
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Submit application and await results
- Submit the application through the online portal
- Receive confirmation of application submission
- Monitor email or portal messages for updates or further instructions
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
- The Canada Council is transitioning to a new funding portal, with the current portal becoming unavailable starting May 26, 2025.
- The updated portal and this grant component will only be available after the new system is launched in summer 2025.
- Applicants are encouraged to consult the 'Updates to Funding Opportunities and Portal' web page for current information about changes to programs and services.
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