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Craft & Visual Arts Production

Funding for commercial craft and visual arts production

Offered by
Creative Saskatchewan
Official source: creativesask.ca

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Funding available
$ 20,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Deadline
February 3, 2027
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Who can apply
Craft persons
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Overview

This program supports craft persons and visual artists producing commercially viable creative products. Up to $20,000 or 50% of eligible expenses may be available for fast-tracked applications, and up to $15,000 or 50% for other applications.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$20,000
Maximum share of project costs
50%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Develop an online presence
  • Increase operational productivity
  • Optimize production processes
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Access new markets
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Launch or market a product/service

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Saskatchewan
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Craft & Visual Arts Production guidelines updated

The Craft & Visual Arts Production Grant Guidelines now direct applicants to the program page for deadlines and instructions and add new mandatory budget and travel templates, with incomplete applications marked Information Required.

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The Craft & Visual Arts Production Grant Guidelines now point applicants to the specific program page for deadlines and instructions, instead of leaving those details only in the guidelines section. The updated submission instructions also require budget and travel templates, and state that incomplete applications will be set to Information Required and must be resubmitted by the program deadline before the project start date.

Official source: creativesask.ca
August 12, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Craft persons
  • Visual artists
  • Individuals
  • Corporations
  • Collectives and non-profits that meet the general guidelines

Who is not eligible

  • Political organizations or parties
  • Religious organizations
  • Organizations that discriminate based on protected grounds
  • Organizations advocating political or religious beliefs
  • Projects already funded by SK Arts or SaskCulture

Eligible expenses

  • Materials used to produce the products
  • Studio, tool, and machinery rental fees
  • Applicant and key team labour at industry-standard rates
  • Marketing expenses directly tied to the project, up to 10% of the project budget
  • Eligible travel expenses linked to the project

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Manufactured products made on a large scale using automated machinery
  • Products produced solely by a third-party service provider
  • Technology infrastructure purchases
  • Shipping expenses related to distribution
  • Commissioned works and simple assembly items

Eligible geographic areas

  • Saskatchewan

Activities funded

  • Production or refinement of craft and visual art products for commercial sale
  • Creation of original craft products and traditional or classic designs
  • Production work directed toward retail outlets or galleries

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review program guidelines
    • Read the general guidelines and the program-specific guidelines.
    • Check the assessment criteria and submission requirements.
  • Step 2: Prepare application materials
    • Complete the online application in the Grant Management System.
    • Use the current budget template and other required templates.
    • Gather supporting documents such as product examples and travel itinerary, if applicable.
  • Step 3: Submit through GMS
    • Log in to the Grant Management System and submit the final application.
    • Applications must be complete and submitted by the deadline.

Documents Needed

  • The mandatory budget template
  • The travel itinerary template, only required for projects that include travel expenses
  • Budget line support documentation for all line items $500 and over
  • Product examples of past work created by the applicant or applicant company
  • A completed project financing structure listing pending or confirmed funding sources for the remaining 50%+ of the project budget that Creative Saskatchewan does not support

Selection criteria

  • Relevance of the project to the program goals
  • Experience and skillset of the applicant and team
  • Return on investment and business growth potential
  • For bonus points, third-party investment level may be considered
  • Four bonus points will be awarded if you or the majority of your company owners, band stakeholder members, or collective members identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Métis), a person from a racialized group, a newcomer to Canada, someone who lives in a northern, rural, or small urban community greater than 50 KM outside of Regina or Saskatoon, a person with a disability or disabled, and/or LGBTQIA2S+; for companies, collectives, and music bands, a minimum 50% of the stakeholders must meet these criteria

Processing and Agreement

  • An initial review of applications is conducted by Creative Saskatchewan program staff to ensure that the project and applicant meet eligibility requirements of the specific program and that the application is complete.
  • Applications that do not qualify for fast tracked approval will be assessed by an external assessment process against the criteria for relevance, experience, and capacity, and impact as defined here.
  • In the event that Creative Saskatchewan agrees to fund a project, the applicant will receive written notification in the form of a Letter of Commitment (LOC) that will detail any and all terms and conditions.
  • The LOC must be signed by both parties to constitute a formal agreement, and Creative Saskatchewan cannot fund a project until a formal agreement is executed and all pre-conditions are met to the satisfaction of Creative Saskatchewan within the timeframe specified in the LOC.
  • The recipient must issue an invoice for the agreed-upon amount of the first payment as stated in the LOC.

Additional information

  • Applicants do not need to wait until one grant is completed before starting another application.
  • Successful recipients must acknowledge Creative Saskatchewan’s support on marketing materials and professional social media.
  • Recipients must enter into a separate funding agreement and comply with its terms.
  • Approved projects must be completed by the date stated in the application, unless an extension is approved.

Contacts

office@creativesask.ca
306-798-9800

Official sources

Craft & Visual Arts Production

Program guide

Craft & Visual Arts Prodcution Grant - Assessment CriteriaCraft and Visual Arts Production (2026)Craft and Visual Arts Production Grant Guidelines

Application form

Our Support Grant Management System
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Craft & Visual Arts Production Program

What is the Craft & Visual Arts Production?

This program supports craft persons and visual artists producing commercially viable creative products. Up to $20,000 or 50% of eligible expenses may be available for fast-tracked applications, and up to $15,000 or 50% for other applications.

How much funding can be received?

Craft & Visual Arts Production Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program is February 3, 2027. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.

Who is eligible for the Craft & Visual Arts Production program?

To be eligible for the Craft & Visual Arts Production program, you must: Commercially viable creative products Meets general eligibility requirements Fast-track needs 4 retail/gallery agreements

What expenses are eligible under Craft & Visual Arts Production?

Materials used to produce the products Studio, tool, and machinery rental fees Applicant and key team labour at industry-standard rates Marketing expenses directly tied to the project, up to 10% of the project budget Eligible travel expenses linked to the project

Who can I contact for more information about the Craft & Visual Arts Production?

You can contact Creative Saskatchewan by email at office@creativesask.ca or by phone at 306-798-9800.

Where is the Craft & Visual Arts Production available?

The Craft & Visual Arts Production program is available the province of Saskatchewan.