Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports craft-based projects for Ontario artists, curators, collectives and organizations. It offers up to $15,000 for research, creation, development, collaborations, and craft connections activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research, experimentation, and development of craft-based work
- Creation and production of new or ongoing craft work
- Short-term study, training, mentorship, and professional development
- Exhibitions, workshops, talks, publications, and other craft connections activities
Documents Needed
- Project budget
- Project description and application answers
- Artistic samples or past work documentation
- Support documents such as CVs, résumés, bios, or letters of support
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario artists and curators
- Ad hoc groups, collectives, and collaborative groups
- Craft guilds
- Incorporated not-for-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Full-time undergraduate or graduate students
- Municipalities, colleges, and universities
- Incorporated for-profit businesses
- Organizations already receiving certain OAC operating grants
- Applicants with an unfinished Chalmers Professional Development grant
Eligible expenses
- Research, experimentation, creation, and production costs
- Career development activities such as training, mentorship, and workshops
- Travel related to research and creation
- Public presentation and engagement costs
- Childcare and accessibility-related project costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Major capital expenditures and major equipment purchases
- Studio or business set-up, renovation, repair, or relocation
- Commissions, student projects, and full-time tuition
- Publication of an artist’s catalogue
- Food, beverage, and body care product creation
- Commercial exhibitions and fundraising projects
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a peer assessment process
- Results are released about four and a half months after the deadline
- Applicants are notified by email and must check Nova for the decision letter
- Approved applicants must complete required Nova tasks before payment is issued
- Final reports and project changes must be approved through Nova
Additional information
- Applications are submitted in Nova.
- Results are available about four and a half months after the deadline.
- Grant recipients must use both the OAC logo and the Government of Ontario logo.
- Final reports must be submitted in Nova.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Craft Projects Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Craft Projects. 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.
What is the Craft Projects?
This program supports craft-based projects for Ontario artists, curators, collectives and organizations. It offers up to $15,000 for research, creation, development, collaborations, and craft connections activities.
How much funding can be received?
Craft Projects Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Craft Projects program?
To be eligible for the Craft Projects program, you must:
Ontario-based applicants
Craft-focused projects
Must meet OAC rules
What expenses are eligible under Craft Projects?
Research, experimentation, and development of craft-based work
Creation and production of new or ongoing craft work
Short-term study, training, mentorship, and professional development
Exhibitions, workshops, talks, publications, and other craft connections activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Craft Projects?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) by email at ayared@arts.on.ca or by phone at 416-969-7461.
Where is the Craft Projects available?
The Craft Projects program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Craft Projects?
Craft Projects is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)