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Cultural Supports Program — Community Events Stream
ON, Canada
Funds to increase community profiles in Northern Ontario
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
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- Government of Ontario
- Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
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grant_card_status|open
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Your not-for-profit organization could get a contribution of up to $15,000 to cover up to 30% of the costs of hosting a new or recurring in-person or virtual community-based and/or tourism event that addresses a priority economic need in Northern Ontario.
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The Cultural Supports Program — Community Events Stream is intended to assist organizations in Northern Ontario to host events that foster community engagement and cultural development. These events should contribute to the economic and social vitality of Northern Ontario through diverse cultural expressions and community participation.
- Organizing cultural festivals that showcase local art, music, and traditions.
- Coordinating workshops and seminars aimed at cultural education and heritage preservation.
- Supporting traditional and contemporary Indigenous cultural events.
- Facilitating events that promote cross-cultural understanding and diversity.
- Hosting community gatherings that enhance social cohesion and local identity.
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$ 13,500
Host a three-day Indigenous culture and history event in Sault Ste Marie
$ 15,000
Organize a month-long arts festival featuring local and international artists
$ 9,000
Set up a bi-annual farmers' market focusing on sustainable farming
$ 15,000
Launch a virtual culinary tour showcasing Northern Ontario's local cuisine
$ 15,000
Host an annual tech summit focusing on innovation and entrepreneurship
$ 15,000
Organize a multicultural music festival featuring diverse local and international acts
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by the location and type of organization applying.
- The applicant must be a Municipality, Indigenous community, not-for-profit organization, or Local Services Board.
- The organization must be located in Northern Ontario.
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Municipalities, Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations, and Local Services Boards located in Northern Ontario are eligible to apply for the Community Events Stream grant.
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This grant excludes certain companies and events from eligibility based on their status or main activity. The restrictions aim to focus the funding on community-relevant and economically beneficial projects.
- Private sector events are not eligible for funding.
- Projects led by the federal or provincial governments are excluded.
- Organizations applying for ongoing operational costs not directly related to the event.
- Events that have already occurred prior to funding application.
- Any event or project that does not generate economic benefits to Northern Ontario.
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Eligible projects under the Community Events Stream are those that enhance Northern Ontario's community profile, promote economic development, and attract tourism. These initiatives should introduce new programming or improvements to increase participation and sustainability.
- New and recurring in-person or virtual community and tourism events that attract tourists.
- Annual and/or recurring events that incorporate new programming or activities aimed at improving attendance.
- Projects that increase tourism expenditure such as additional overnight stays or more local spending.
- Events that raise their profile or quality to ensure sustainability for future iterations.
- Enhancements deemed eligible by NOHFC, contributing to the event's long-term impact.
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This grant is intended for organizations located in Northern Ontario as defined by the NOHFC boundaries. The eligible geographical areas are determined to promote economic development specific to Northern Ontario.
- Organizations within Northern Ontario as verified by the Regional Eligibility Checker using postal code prefixes.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria set to ensure the events contribute to increasing community profile and economic development in Northern Ontario.
- Level of investment from other sources.
- Anticipated attendance numbers.
- Level of tourism expenditures.
- Likelihood of NOHFC funding improving the quality of the event.
- Likelihood of NOHFC funding contributing to the sustainability of the event.
- Economic impact at a municipal, regional or provincial level.
- The impact of possible NOHFC funding on the viability and scope of a proposed event.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for the Community Events Stream grant:
- Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Ensure your organization is a municipality, Indigenous community, not-for-profit organization, or Local Services Board located in Northern Ontario.
- Check that your project is a new or recurring event aimed at increasing tourism or economic development.
- Step 2: Prepare Necessary Information
- Gather information about event objectives and expected outcomes.
- Prepare financial details including total project cost and other funding sources.
- Determine anticipated attendance numbers and tourism expenditures.
- Step 3: Complete Application
- Fill out the application form on the NOHFC's designated portal.
- Include all required project descriptions and financial plans.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Submit the application at least 16 weeks before the event date via the NOHFC application portal.
- Ensure all information is complete and accurate before submission.
- Step 5: Application Review and Follow-up
- Await confirmation of submission from NOHFC.
- Be prepared to provide additional information if requested by NOHFC project officers.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Conditional contributions are limited to 30% of total eligible costs, with a maximum of $15,000, unless a project demonstrates significant economic benefit, in which case exceptions may be made.
- If the funded assets are sold within three years, repayment to NOHFC may be required.
- 50% of funding can be released upon agreement execution, with the balance paid upon submission of the final event report, subject to NOHFC discretion.
- A detailed proposal is not initially required, though additional information may be requested for evaluation purposes.
