Creative Industries Fund
NS, Canada
Creative industry global growth funding in Nova Scotia
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- grant_single|closingDateDecember 1, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Government of Nova Scotia
- Department of Communities (NS)
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Receive funding of up to 50% of costs for projects focused on global competitiveness and sustained export activity in industries in design, art, music and other creative industries in Nova Scotia.
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This grant provides partial funding to help creative and cultural entities in Nova Scotia expand their export capacity, with specific funding conditions and requirements for cost-sharing.
- Funding covers 50% of eligible project costs, amounting to a maximum of $30,000 per project.
- The applicant is responsible for covering the remaining project costs not funded by the grant.
- The funding is contingent on project costs being explicitly eligible under the specified criteria, excluding certain operational and administrative expenses.
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The Creative Industries Fund supports projects that aim to enhance the export capacity of Nova Scotian artists and creative producers. Eligible activities focus on strategic growth, market development, and digital innovation to facilitate greater national and international reach.
- Development of business, strategic and marketing plans.
- Equity, diversity, and inclusion activities, including consultations and community engagement.
- Market intelligence, research, and lead generation in new markets.
- Implementation of digital marketing strategies.
- Branding or rebranding efforts for international markets.
- Enhancing and developing e-commerce solutions and platforms for external markets.
- In-market travel to promote and expand market presence.
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$ 15,000
Strategic marketing plan for launching a clothing line in Europe
$ 15,000
Development of a new ecommerce platform for international music sales
$ 15,000
Rebranding of our indigenous art cooperative for European markets
$ 15,000
Improvement of ecommerce solutions for expanding art sales to Asia
$ 15,000
Creation of digital marketing campaigns for North American and European markets
$ 15,000
Market research and business matchmaking in the Asian creative industry
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's business registration and sector involvement.
- The applicant must be a creative business or non-profit organization registered with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies.
- The business or organization must operate within one of the following sectors: fashion and design, screen, music, performing arts, production and fine craft, visual arts and applied arts, or publishing.
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Creative and cultural businesses and non-profit organizations registered with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies in Nova Scotia can apply for funding under this grant. These organizations should be part of sectors such as fashion and design, screen, music, performing arts, production and fine craft, visual arts and applied arts, or publishing.
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The grant application does not provide specific exclusions for companies or industries outside of those not meeting the eligibility criteria. Details about non-eligible applicants are not explicitly stated beyond these points.
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This grant supports creative and cultural businesses and non-profit organizations in boosting their export capabilities. The eligible activities focus on enhancing market reach, brand development, and e-commerce strategies.
- Creation of business, strategic, and marketing plans.
- Engagement in equity, diversity, and inclusion activities like consultations and community engagement.
- Conducting market intelligence, research, business matchmaking, and lead generation in new markets.
- Investment in digital marketing efforts.
- Branding or rebranding initiatives aimed at international markets.
- Enhancements to e-commerce solutions.
- Development plans for e-commerce platforms targeting markets outside of Nova Scotia.
- Traveling within markets for in-market research and engagement.
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The Creative Industries Fund is specifically targeting Nova Scotian creative businesses and non-profit organizations to enhance their export capacity. Eligible geographical areas are limited to entities registered and operating within Nova Scotia.
- Registered businesses or non-profit organizations within Nova Scotia, Canada.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Creative Industries Fund grant in Canada.
- Alignment with program objectives and priorities
- Demonstrated need for funding
- Clarity and feasibility of project plan
- Capacity to complete the project
- Potential impact on export capacity and market reach
- Degree of innovation and creativity in proposed activities
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Review Criteria
- Consult the Creative Industries Fund Guidelines for detailed program criteria.
- Step 2: Determine Application Stream
- Identify if your organization is a non-profit or a creative and cultural business to determine your application stream (Development or Export).
- Step 3: Confirm Eligibility and Discuss Project
- Contact the Creative Industries Fund to discuss your project idea.
- Confirm your organization’s eligibility with the fund’s requirements.
- Step 4: Prepare Application Documents
- Complete the Creative Industries Fund Application Form.
- Prepare all required supporting documents as indicated in the application form.
- Fill out the budget template with detailed financial information.
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Send the completed application form, supporting documents, and budget template via email to the Creative Industries Fund.
- Step 6: Await Funding Decision
- The review process takes approximately 3 to 4 months.
- Provide any additional information promptly if requested during the review.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis, so early submission is encouraged to ensure consideration before the funds are exhausted.
- Applicants are advised to contact the Creative Industries Fund to discuss their project idea and confirm eligibility before applying, which might affect the success of their application.
- Applicants must include a detailed work plan with timelines, key steps, and dates for completion in their application.
- There is no cost to apply for the grant.
