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Community Arts Programming Grant
Last Update: March 18, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Supports community arts programs for youth in Toronto
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Community Arts Programming Grant supports community-based arts programming by and for artists aged 13-29 from equity-deserving populations in Toronto who face systemic barriers to accessing professional arts opportunities. Successful applicants can receive up to $10,000 (Stream 1) or $15,000 (Stream 2) to fund workshop series and artistic skill-building programs that are free for participants, delivered in Toronto neighborhoods, and led by young people from equity-deserving communities.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
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
- Local
- Municipal
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 8,000
Community arts workshops to foster youth engagement and artistic skills
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