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Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations - Canada
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Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations

Multi-year funding for Indigenous arts organizations
Offered by
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Latest source update
Last Update: July 12, 2026
Latest change: The Indigenous Organizations opportunity now shows expanded eligibility rules, funding categories, deadline information, and support endpoints.
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Indigenous Organizations funding details updated
The Indigenous Organizations funding opportunity now shows expanded eligibility and assessment details, including the additional requirement for a board or governance group with at least 60% First Nations, Inuit or Métis members, plus case-by-case exceptions and a new 30-day pre-deadline contact step. It also now lists a multi-year cycle of 4 years, an application deadline shown as Fall 2027, and support links on a new arts-services.ca help endpoint.
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
Closed
Opened September 1, 2027
Location
Canada
Who can apply

First Nations, Inuit and Métis for-profit organizations.

See full eligibility

Overview

This program provides multi-year funding for First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations engaged in contemporary, customary, or traditional artistic and cultural activities. It also supports innovative Indigenous creative expression and related administrative activities, with amounts varying by category.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Artists / creatives
  • Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional
  • National
  • International

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Contemporary, customary or traditional Indigenous artistic and cultural activities.
  • Innovative strategies for Indigenous creative and cultural expression.
  • Administrative activities related to artistic and cultural work.

Documents Needed

  • Support materials requested in the application form.
  • Information about the organization’s artistic or cultural activities.
  • Information about governance or decision-making structure.

Official resources

Supporting document

Supporting document

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • First Nations, Inuit and Métis for-profit organizations.
  • First Nations, Inuit and Métis not-for-profit organizations.

Eligible expenses

  • Ongoing organizational and staffing costs.
  • Research, creation, production and residencies.
  • Mentorships, artistic training and community initiatives.
  • Exhibitions, publishing, marketing and outreach.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is managed by the Canada Council for the Arts, which may suggest its availability throughout all Canadian provinces and territories. However, specific eligible geographical areas are not directly indicated in the provided information.

Selection criteria

  • Artistic or cultural vision.
  • Decision-making process and rigour.
  • Artistic or cultural merit of selected participants.
  • Impact on Indigenous artists and communities.
  • Organizational capacity and financial health.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Confirm eligibility
    • Contact a program officer if this is your first application.
    • Obtain written confirmation of eligibility if required.
  • Step 2: Prepare application
    • Open the application form in the portal.
    • Review the support materials section.
  • Step 3: Submit application
    • Complete the form in the client portal.
    • Submit before the deadline.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are assessed by a peer assessment committee.
  • Minimum scores are required in each assessment category.
  • Results are notified later, with the notification date to be confirmed.
  • A program decision is required before funding is awarded.

Additional information

  • First-time applicants must speak with a program officer before applying.
  • Accommodation may be available for Deaf or disabled applicants, including those living with mental illness.
  • Applicants may need written confirmation of eligibility and applicant category.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations Program

What is the Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations?

This program provides multi-year funding for First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations engaged in contemporary, customary, or traditional artistic and cultural activities. It also supports innovative Indigenous creative expression and related administrative activities, with amounts varying by category.

How much funding can be received?

Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations program?

To be eligible for the Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations program, you must: First Nations, Inuit or Métis organization Core support or confirmed eligibility Indigenous governance majority

What expenses are eligible under Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations?

Contemporary, customary or traditional Indigenous artistic and cultural activities. Innovative strategies for Indigenous creative and cultural expression. Administrative activities related to artistic and cultural work.

Who can I contact for more information about the Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations?

You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA).

Where is the Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations available?

The Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations program is available across Canada.

Is the Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations is a Grant and Funding