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Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations

Q: Who is eligible for the Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations program?

To be eligible for the Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations program, you must: Arts organizations at risk of closure with a restructuring plan.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations?

You can contact Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI).

Q: Where is the Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations available?

The Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Financial aid for arts organizations facing closure to support restructuring efforts.

Grant and Funding

Department of Canadian Heritage

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Strengthening governance

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 250,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Culture and Arts

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

This program offers targeted financial assistance to professional arts organizations at immediate risk of closure, enabling them to restructure financially and operationally. The funding aims to support organizations through debt elimination and business restructuring, thus ensuring their contribution to the community continues over the long term.

Activities funded

Restructuring and business continuity planning.
Debt management and legal or consulting activities.
Operational adjustments to ensure sustainability.

Examples of admissible projects:

Digital archiving initiative to preserve historical arts collections.

Documents Needed

Proof of organization registration, restructuring plan, debt elimination plan, creditor approvals.

Eligibility

Professional arts organizations facing closure.
High support for continuation and a viable restructuring plan.

Who is eligible?

Professional arts organizations facing the prospect of closure.

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses include activities related to restructuring, debt elimination, and legal or consulting fees necessary for reorganization.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Canada-wide, including all provinces and territories.

Selection criteria

High level of community support for the organization's continuation.
Viability and completeness of restructuring and debt elimination plans.
Approval of creditor agreements.
Degree of risk of closure and potential for sustainable revival.

How to apply

Contact program representatives by telephone to discuss eligibility and application requirements.Prepare a comprehensive restructuring plan including debt elimination and repayment proposals.Arrange creditor approvals and documentation for restructuring.Follow the guidance provided by program representatives for submitting the application.Submit the complete application package as directed, ensuring all required documents are included.

Processing and Agreement

Additional information

Applicants should ensure their restructuring and debt management plans are comprehensive and approved by creditors. Continuous communication with program representatives is recommended to clarify application details.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.