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Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives
Funding for new outward-facing arts projects
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 21, 2026
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $25,000 for new outward-facing arts projects by eligible Edmonton organizations. It supports collaborative artistic work, public programming, and initiatives aligned with the City of Edmonton’s Connections & Exchanges plan.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 21, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
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
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New outward-facing artistic projects.
- Creative collaborations and innovative artistic activity.
- Public programming that increases access for audiences.
- Projects that activate the Connections & Exchanges plan.
Documents Needed
- Project title and short project description.
- Project start and end dates.
- Grant amount requested.
- Supporting material samples and links.
- Budget supporting documents.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered not-for-profit organizations.
- Organizations based in Edmonton.
- Organizations in selected Indigenous communities around Edmonton.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not registered not-for-profits.
- Organizations outside the eligible Edmonton and Indigenous community locations.
Eligible expenses
- Project-related fees and wages for collaborators.
- Overhead costs up to 10% of the grant amount.
- Budget items supported by supplier quotes, fee schedules, or rate confirmations.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities already funded through other EAC programs.
- Capital construction development and direct spending on capital projects or acquisitions.
- Fundraising, competitions, demonstrations, or education-focused activities.
- Costs or activities paid before the application deadline.
- Activity supported by the City of Edmonton through other sources.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Edmonton
- Enoch Cree Nation
- Alexander First Nation
- Paul First Nation
- Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation
Selection criteria
- Artistic merit of the project.
- Feasibility of the project plan, timeline, and budget.
- Impact on artists, the sector, and the public.
- Alignment with the Edmonton arts ecosystem.
How to apply
- Step 1
- Register or update your organization profile in SmartSimple.
- Make sure required organization information and documentation are complete.
- Step 2
- Prepare the application materials, including project details, impact information, budget, and supporting material.
- Gather budget supporting documents such as supplier quotations and fee schedules.
- Step 3
- Log in to the EAC SmartSimple portal.
- Complete the application form and upload the required materials.
- Submit before the deadline.
- Step 4
- Check email for possible revision requests or other notifications.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and completion first.
- Eligible applications are assessed by a community panel.
- The EAC staff summarize the results for approval.
- Applicants are notified by email, and decisions are final.
- Successful applicants may later request project amendments if needed.
Additional information
- Draft application assistance is available before the deadline.
- Applicants may request feedback after decisions are finalized.
- Project amendments may be possible if needs change.
- Final reports are required after the project ends.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives Program
What is the Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives?
This program provides up to $25,000 for new outward-facing arts projects by eligible Edmonton organizations. It supports collaborative artistic work, public programming, and initiatives aligned with the City of Edmonton’s Connections & Exchanges plan.
How much funding can be received?
Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives program?
To be eligible for the Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives program, you must:
Registered not-for-profit organization
New outward-facing project
Edmonton-based governance/profile
What expenses are eligible under Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives?
New outward-facing artistic projects.
Creative collaborations and innovative artistic activity.
Public programming that increases access for audiences.
Projects that activate the Connections & Exchanges plan.
Who can I contact for more information about the Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives?
You can contact The Edmonton Arts Council Society.
Where is the Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives available?
The Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Edmonton Arts Council - Connections & Exchanges Initiatives is a Grant and Funding