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CultivART program – organization component

Q: How much funding can be received?

CultivART program – organization component Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the CultivART program – organization component program?

To be eligible for the CultivART program – organization component program, you must: Arts and culture organization Headquartered on the Island of Montréal Hosting an emerging Indigenous intern

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the CultivART program – organization component?

You can contact Conseil des arts de Montréal.

Q: Where is the CultivART program – organization component available?

The CultivART program – organization component program is available Montréal, Quebec.

Q: Is the CultivART program – organization component a grant, loan, or tax credit?

CultivART program – organization component is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Paid mentored internships for emerging Indigenous arts workers

Grant and Funding

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Conseil des arts de Montréal

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

This program provides up to $20,000 to host organizations to support a paid, mentored internship. It helps arts and culture organizations expand artistic activities while providing work experience for emerging Indigenous artists and cultural workers.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 20,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : October 15, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Montréal
Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Culture and Arts

Target groups

Indigenous peoples
Artists / creatives

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Hosting a paid, mentored internship for an emerging Indigenous artist or cultural worker.
Providing a professional work environment for hands-on arts or culture experience.
Offering mentorship support to help the intern achieve professional objectives.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 20,000

Paid mentored internship to co-produce an Indigenous arts micro-series

$ 20,000

Mentored internship to pilot Indigenous-led cultural mediation workshops

Eligibility

The applicant must be an arts and culture organization seeking to host a mentored intern.
The organization must be headquartered on the Island of Montréal.
The proposed internship must provide work experience for emerging Indigenous artists and cultural workers.

Who is eligible?

Arts and culture organizations (Indigenous or non-Indigenous) interested in hosting an intern

Eligible expenses

Internship-related costs (paid internship)

Eligible geographic areas

Island of Montréal

How to apply

Step 1: Choose submission format

Decide whether to apply in written form or video format.

Step 2: Complete ORORA questions

Answer the application questions on ORORA.

Step 3: Prepare video submission (if applicable)

Record a video answering the ORORA questions.
Ensure the video is no longer than five minutes.

Step 4: Submit application

Submit the completed application through ORORA by the program deadline.

Processing and Agreement

The Conseil processes applications after the deadline.
The Board of Directors makes the final decision.
Applicants can expect a decision within six to eight weeks from the deadline.

Additional information

The internship lasts approximately six months and can be spread over a year for flexibility.
The program is designed to provide professional guidance through an Indigenous or racialized mentor.
Applications may be submitted in video format, with responses provided through ORORA.
Processing typically takes six to eight weeks after the deadline.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the CultivART program – organization component Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CultivART program – organization component. 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.