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Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes
Awards recognizing artistic and scholarly excellence
Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
April 1, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Application-based prizes are open to applicants who submit directly to the Council or to its partners.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Canada Council for the Arts Prizes recognize artists and scholars through a wide range of awards across visual arts, media arts, literature, music, architecture, theatre, dance, and humanities. The program includes annual prizes, nomination-based awards, direct applications, and grant-based routes, with varying values and prize-specific rules.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Application-based prizes are open to applicants who submit directly to the Council or to its partners.
- Nomination-based prizes are open to third-party nominations.
- Grant-based prizes are tied to applicants to some grant programs.
Additional information
- The annual competition includes prizes with different application methods, including direct applications, nominations, and grant-based routes.
- Specific deadlines and availability vary by prize.
- Some prizes are suspended or closed at certain times.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes Program
What is the Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes?
The Canada Council for the Arts Prizes recognize artists and scholars through a wide range of awards across visual arts, media arts, literature, music, architecture, theatre, dance, and humanities. The program includes annual prizes, nomination-based awards, direct applications, and grant-based routes, with varying values and prize-specific rules.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes program?
To be eligible for the Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes program, you must:
Eligibility depends on the specific prize program.
Some prizes are application-based, nomination-based, or grant-based.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes?
You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) by email at prizes@conseildesarts.ca or by phone at 1-800-263-5588.
Where is the Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes available?
The Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes?
Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes is funded by Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)