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CKCA Funding Programs
Supports arts and culture projects in Columbia Basin
Last Update: June 25, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
CKCA Funding supports arts and culture projects for individuals and arts and culture organizations in the Columbia Basin region. It can support project-based work such as supplies and materials, artist wages, venue rental, documentation, and promotion.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- British Columbia
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Arts and culture projects
- The development and production of marketing, advertising and promotional materials as part of a larger arts and culture project
Documents Needed
- Completed CKCA application form
- Applicant declaration
- Budget form
- Attachments, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals of all artistic disciplines
- Arts and culture organizations
- Non-profit arts and culture organizations that have been in operation for a minimum of one year and whose mandate includes arts or culture
Who is not eligible
- Governments and their agents
- Activities of religious organizations that primarily serve their membership or their direct religious purposes, rather than providing significant benefit to the community at large
Eligible expenses
- Supplies and materials to be used during the project
- Wages for artists, performers, writers, designers, technicians or curators
- Project management or coordination
- Venue rental
- Equipment rental
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Regular operating expenses
- Fundraising activities
- Debt retirement or contributions to reserves
- Projects involving advocacy efforts
- School-based activities including, but not limited to, curriculum delivery and extracurricular activities
Eligible geographic areas
- The Columbia Basin region
Selection criteria
- Community benefit
- Application strength and quality
- Available funds
- CKCA strives to distribute funds across communities, disciplines, and project types
How to apply
- Complete and submit an online application for the program you wish to apply for before the appropriate funding deadline.
- All CKCA applications are submitted through the online portal.
- If you do not have access to a computer, contact the CKCA office at least 10 days prior to the deadline for assistance.
- If adding external attachments to your application, save, close and re-open them before uploading to check that they are not blank or corrupted.
Processing and Agreement
- Funding recommendations are made by the CKCA steering committee and approved by the Trust.
- Adjudication results will be mailed or emailed to you within approximately 16 weeks of your program deadline.
- After approval, you will receive a funding agreement outlining your payment schedule and reporting requirements.
- The funding agreement must be signed and returned to CKCA before any payments can be made.
Additional information
- Applications are adjudicated once a year.
- Adjudication results will be mailed or emailed to you within approximately 16 weeks of your program deadline.
- Your project may begin any time on or after June 1 of the funding year, but starting before results are announced is at your own financial risk.
- If you have an active grant from prior to the 2025 funding year, email admin@wkartscouncil.com or call 250-352-2421 to make arrangements for your reporting.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CKCA Funding Programs Program
What is the CKCA Funding Programs?
CKCA Funding supports arts and culture projects for individuals and arts and culture organizations in the Columbia Basin region. It can support project-based work such as supplies and materials, artist wages, venue rental, documentation, and promotion.
Who is eligible for the CKCA Funding Programs program?
To be eligible for the CKCA Funding Programs program, you must:
Individuals and arts and culture organizations may apply.
The applicant’s primary residence must be in the Columbia Basin region for at least 12 continuous months before applying.
Non-profit arts and culture organizations must have been in operation for a minimum of one year and have a mandate that includes arts or culture.
What expenses are eligible under CKCA Funding Programs?
Arts and culture projects
The development and production of marketing, advertising and promotional materials as part of a larger arts and culture project
Who can I contact for more information about the CKCA Funding Programs?
You can contact Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) by email at admin@wkartscouncil.com or by phone at 250-352-2421.
Where is the CKCA Funding Programs available?
The CKCA Funding Programs program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the CKCA Funding Programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CKCA Funding Programs is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the CKCA Funding Programs?
CKCA Funding Programs is funded by Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA)