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Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant Funds up to 65% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.

Q: Who is eligible for the Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant program?

To be eligible for the Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant program, you must: Non-profit or BIAs in Mississauga with cultural festivals.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant?

You can contact Recreation & Culture Division - City of Mississauga by email at grantsinfo@mississauga.ca.

Q: Where is the Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant available?

The Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant?

Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant is funded by Recreation & Culture Division - City of Mississauga, City of Mississauga

Last Update: March 6, 2026

Mississauga, Quebec, Canada

Financial support for arts and cultural festivals in Mississauga.

Grant and Funding

City of Mississauga

Recreation & Culture Division - City of Mississauga

Overview

This funding program supports arts, heritage, and cultural festivals in Mississauga through partial financial assistance. Eligible festivals can receive up to 65% of their operating budget, with maximums depending on their classification as new/emerging or established events. It aims to strengthen local cultural offerings and attract residents and visitors to community events.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 65% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Mississauga
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

Provincial

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 150,000

Organizing a cultural festival showcasing diverse arts and heritage

Documents Needed

No specific documents are listed in the provided information.

Eligibility

Applicant must be a not-for-profit organization or Business Improvement Association operating in Mississauga.
The organization must present an arts, heritage, or cultural festival or celebration aimed at Mississauga residents or visitors.
The festival must be either new/emerging or established with a legal non-profit status for at least four years.

Who is eligible?

Not-for-profit organizations operating in Mississauga.
Business Improvement Associations in Mississauga.

Eligible expenses

Not specified in the provided information.

How to apply

Contact the Community Development Team by emailing grantsinfo@mississauga.ca to discuss your grant proposal.Arrange a phone call or meeting for assistance in preparing your application.Proceed with the application process based on guidance from the community development team.Await notification of funding recommendation after the review period in January.

Additional information

The application process involves initial contact with the Community Development Team for discussion and guidance. No specific deadline is mentioned, but funding decisions are made after the application review period.

Contacts

grantsinfo@mississauga.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant. 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.