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Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component
Funding for professional arts economic development
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Cultural Economic Development Program supports professional arts organizations with funding for events and projects that strengthen the province’s cultural economy. It also supports activities such as major festivals, smaller festivals, performance series, one-off projects, marketing, touring, and professional development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- 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
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Major cultural festivals and events.
- Smaller festivals, performance series, and one-off projects.
- Marketing, touring, and professional development projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Professional arts organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Costs related to cultural events and projects.
- Costs for marketing, touring, and professional development activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- The province’s cultural resources area.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants are encouraged to discuss their proposal with a CEDP Program Officer before applying.
- Completed applications should be submitted at least 6 weeks before the project start date.
Additional information
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their proposal with a CEDP Program Officer at the preliminary stage.
- A minimum of 10% of eligible costs must be covered by the applicant.
- The minimum level of support is $2,000.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts 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.
What is the Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component?
The Cultural Economic Development Program supports professional arts organizations with funding for events and projects that strengthen the province’s cultural economy. It also supports activities such as major festivals, smaller festivals, performance series, one-off projects, marketing, touring, and professional development.
How much funding can be received?
Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component program, you must:
Professional arts organizations only.
Project must support cultural economic development.
Applicant must cover 10% of eligible costs.
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component?
Major cultural festivals and events.
Smaller festivals, performance series, and one-off projects.
Marketing, touring, and professional development projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component?
You can contact Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation.
Where is the Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component available?
The Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component is a Grant and Funding