How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Creative Entrepreneurship Program?

Creative Entrepreneurship Program is funded by Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design

What are Creative Entrepreneurship Program's eligibility criterias?

The program is open to emerging creators, mid-career, established producers, and late career makers in Unama’ki-Cape Breton.

Creative Entrepreneurship Program

Last Update: March 27, 2025

NS, Canada

Resources for Cape Breton Island and Mulgrave, Nova Scotia, craft entrepreneurs

Creative Entrepreneurship Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Grant Providers

Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design

Status

Open

Overview of the Creative Entrepreneurship Program program

Get assistance in developing skills and starting or growing your craft business through workshops, funding, wholesale and export opportunities, mentorship connections, and training to support sustainable craft practices in Unama’ki-Cape Breton.

Eligible projects & activities

The Creative Entrepreneurship Program offers various avenues to enhance business skills and growth for craftspeople in Unama’ki-Cape Breton. Activities encompass development workshops, market connectivity, and skill-based mentorship aligned with sustainable craft practices.

Business skills development workshops tailored for craftspeople.
Access to funding opportunities for production and expansion.
Opportunities for wholesale and export to broaden market reach.
Mentorship connections to enhance skills and business acumen.
Training sessions focused on sustainable crafting practices.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 8,000

Access wholesale and export market opportunities for Cape Breton artisans

$ 6,000

Mentorship connections for sustainable craft practices

$ 9,000

Organize a series of skills development workshops for emerging craft artists

$ 8,000

A mentorship program for sustainable craft practices focusing on eco-friendly materials

$ 7,000

Training programs to enhance productivity of craft practitioners

$ 30,000

Create funding opportunities for local craft producers to expand product lines

Eligibility criteria of the Creative Entrepreneurship Program program

The eligibility for the Creative Entrepreneurship Program is based on the following criteria related to the participants' stage in their career and their desire to develop their craft.

The applicant must be an emerging creator, mid-career, established producer, or a late career maker.
The applicant should have a desire to perfect or learn a craft.
The applicant should be seeking opportunities to grow their practice.
The applicant should be interested in exploring new markets.
The applicant should be considering downsizing or passing on skills.

Who is eligible?

The program is open to makers at all stages of their careers, from emerging creators to late-career makers, who are based in Unama’ki-Cape Breton. It is designed to support individuals who want to enhance their craft, seek opportunities to expand their practice, explore new markets, or pass on their skills. These include:- Emerging creators- Mid-career practitioners- Established producers- Late career makers

Eligible expenses

Eligible activities for this grant focus on enhancing the business skills of craft producers in Unama’ki-Cape Breton. The program aims to support makers at all stages by facilitating professional development and market expansion opportunities.

Conducting workshops to develop business and marketing skills specific to craftspeople.
Providing wholesale and export opportunities to access new markets.
Offering mentorship connections to support sustainable craft practices.
Delivering training sessions to improve productivity and growth capacity.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to craftspeople located in a specific region to support their business growth and development. The eligible geographical area for applicants is defined to enhance local creative entrepreneurship.

Unama’ki–Cape Breton.

Eligibility criteria of the Creative Entrepreneurship Program program

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are designed to support craftspeople in enhancing their business skills and reaching new markets.

Demonstrated need for business skills development in the craft industry.
Potential for growth and expansion within the craft market.
Commitment to sustainable craft practices.
Engagement with mentoring and community partnership opportunities.
Capacity to leverage workshops and training for business advancement.

How to apply to the Creative Entrepreneurship Program program

Research available grants

Identify potential grants suited to your project or business
Read eligibility criteria to ensure compliance
Note deadlines and requirements for each grant

Prepare required documents

Gather all necessary documents (business plan, financial statements, CV, etc.)
Write a clear and convincing description of your project or business
Tailor document content to the specific requirements of the grant

Write the application

Complete all forms required by the granting agency
Review the application to ensure it is complete and error-free
Obtain letters of recommendation or support if necessary

Submit the application

Send the application through the specified means (online, mail, etc.)
Confirm receipt of the application by the granting agency
Keep a copy of the application and submitted documents for future reference

Follow-up

Follow instructions for any additional communication with the granting agency
Prepare a follow-up if a response is not received within a reasonable time frame
Take note of feedback or suggestions received to improve future applications

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Participation in the program could lead to increased visibility through features in the CRAFT PAPER newsletter.
The program aims to build ongoing relationships between makers and community partners to establish long-term support structures.
Participants may have the opportunity to present and sell their work at regional showcases facilitated by the program.
Networking opportunities will be facilitated for makers to connect with industry leaders and successful peers.