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Catalyst and Transformation Fund
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Capacity-building support for arts organizations and businesses
Grant and Funding
Overview
The maximum support available is up to $20,000, aimed at assisting organizations in restructuring, mergers, or closures within the arts sector. The program supports activities related to exploring and implementing significant organizational changes.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Strengthening governance
Develop strategic partnerships
Buying or selling a company
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
Enhancing digital media editing capabilities for a media arts organization
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Incorporated non-profit arts organizations, arts service organizations, artist collectives operating on a non-profit basis, and small commercial arts-related businesses within Toronto, postal codes beginning with M.How to apply
Send an email with an expression of interest to karenennis@workinculture.ca.Work with the fund administrator to determine eligibility and support options.
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