How much funding can be received?

Get support in the form of one-time or recurring initiatives that allow you or your arts group or organization to take advantage of special funding, perform or exhibit work, take part in learning opportunities, network at conferences or showcase at events

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Current initiatives and activities eligible for Canada Council for the Arts' support:

Venice Architecture Biennale: International platform that engages critical conversations about contemporary architecture.
Indigenous Delegation to Norway: Attending the Indigenous Histories exhibit at Norway’s Kode Museum.
Canada-Korea Co-Creation Fund: Fostering creative and collaborative relationships between Korean and Canadian artists.
Francophone Delegation to Les Zébrures d’automne: Supporting theatre artists to participate in this festival in Limoges, France.
International Project Incubator: Multilateral theatre creation and circulation projects within the Francophonie.
Games of La Francophonie: International event combining sports and cultural competitions.
The Arctic Arts Summit: Co-hosting the summit to promote Arctic arts, in partnership with the Government of Yukon.
Canada in Abidjan: Funding and coordinating Canada’s participation through collaboration with key partners.

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$40,000

Calgary

Indigenous artists from Calgary will attend the Indigenous Histories exhibit at Norway’s Kode Museum

$52,000

Halifax

A Halifax-based artist will participate in the Arctic Arts Summit to promote Arctic art and culture

$68,000

Toronto

Toronto artists will collaborate with Korean counterparts to create a hybrid performance under the Canada-Korea Co-Creation Fund

$72,000

Vancouver

Vancouver theatre group will incubate a new play that will be part of the International Project Incubator

$60,000

Ottawa

Artists from Ottawa will participate in the Venice Architecture Biennale to exhibit their work and network

$56,000

Montreal

A delegation of Montreal theatre artists will participate in the Les Zébrures d’automne festival in Limoges

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The eligibility criteria for this grant are as follows:

Venice Architecture Biennale: Open to Canadian architects and architectural practices.
Indigenous Delegation to Norway: Participants must be indigenous artists or cultural practitioners in Canada.
Canada-Korea Co-Creation Fund: Open to Canadian and Korean artists and arts organizations.
Francophone delegation to Les Zébrures d’automne: Delegates must be francophone theatre artists from Canada.
International Project Incubator: Must involve multilateral theatre creation and circulation projects within the Francophonie.
Games of La Francophonie: Participation is open to young athletes and artists from Francophone countries.
The Arctic Arts Summit: Participants must be artists or cultural organizations involved in Arctic arts.
Canada in Abidjan: Open to Canadian artists and arts organizations collaborating with key partners.
2022 community gatherings in the Northwest Territories: Open to public participation within the Northwest Territories.
Fall 2021 community conversations: Open to anyone interested in engaging with the Canada Council's 2021-26 Strategic Plan.
Canada in Edinburgh: For Canadian participants in the performing arts sector.
Digital Originals: Open to artists, groups, and organizations aiming to share their work online.
Canada in Germany: For Canadian artists and organizations showcasing their work in Germany.
The Creation Accelerator: Open to Canadian artists for digital project development on CBC/Radio-Canada’s platforms.
Canada at Cervantino: Open to Canadian artists participating in the Festival International Cervantino.
Americas Cultural Summit: For arts funders, artists, and thinkers promoting cultural citizenship across the Americas.
Carrefour - Composers Residency: Open to emerging culturally diverse or Indigenous composers in collaboration with the NAC Orchestra.
The Salzburg Global Forum for Young Cultural Innovators: For young Canadian cultural innovators looking to build leadership skills.
International Society for the Performing Arts’ Canadian Fellowship Program: Open to emerging and mid-career Canadian professionals in the performing arts field.
{Re}conciliation: Open to artistic collaborations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada.

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There are eligible expenses for this grant.

Travel costs related to the project
Artistic production costs
Publicity and promotion expenses
Administrative costs directly related to the project
Artist fees or honoraria
Materials and supplies for the project

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The eligible geographic zones for these grants encompass both national and international locations where Canadian artists and arts organizations can participate in various initiatives. Specific countries and regions include:

Norway
South Korea
France
Yukon (Canada)
Abidjan
North West Territories (Canada)
Scotland (Edinburgh)
Germany
Mexico
Cultural events in the Americas
Salzburg (Austria)

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The evaluation and selection criteria for this grant are:

Artistic merit and innovation
Capacity for realization
Impact on the arts sector and public engagement
Financial responsibilities and accountability

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The Canada Council for the Arts offers various one-time and recurring initiatives to help artists, groups, and organizations. These initiatives aim to facilitate special funding, performances, learning opportunities, and networking at events.

Venice Architecture Biennale: International platform for contemporary architecture discussions.
Indigenous Delegation to Norway: Support for an Indigenous delegation attending the Indigenous Histories exhibit at Norway’s Kode Museum.
Canada-Korea Co-Creation Fund: Enhances creative, collaborative relationships between Canadian and Korean artists.
Francophone delegation to Les Zébrures d’automne: Participation of French-speaking Canadian theatre artists in a festival in Limoges, France.
International Project Incubator: Support for multilateral theatre creation and circulation projects within the Francophonie.
Games of La Francophonie: A major international event combining sports and cultural competitions every four years.
The Arctic Arts Summit: Co-hosted by the Canada Council for the Arts and the Government of Yukon, scheduled for June 27–29, 2022.
Canada in Abidjan: Funding and coordination of Canada’s participation through collaboration with key partners.
Past initiatives include community gatherings in the Northwest Territories, Canada in Edinburgh, Canada in Germany, Digital Originals, the Creation Accelerator, Canada at Cervantino, the Americas Cultural Summit, Carrefour - Composers Residency, the Salzburg Global Forum for Young Cultural Innovators, the International Society for the Performing Arts’ Canadian Fellowship Program, and {Re}conciliation.

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Indigenous Delegation to Norway

Indigenous Delegation to Norway: Mentorship Opportunity at Kode Museum

The Indigenous Delegation to Norway grant offers Canadian artists the chance to participate in a mentorship program at the official opening of Indigenous Histories at the Kode Museum in Norway. This initiative aims to foster artistic exchange and cultural collaboration between Indigenous artists in Canada and Norway, providing a unique opportunity for networking and showcasing their work on an international platform. Through this grant, participants can engage in critical conversations, learn from artistic peers, and contribute to the global dialogue on Indigenous art and heritage. Apply by March 8 for a chance to be part of this enriching experience.