Explore and Create — Research and Creation

Research and Creation Grant Summary

Research and Creation Grant Details

The Research and Creation component of Explore and Create supports Canadian artists, artistic groups, and arts organizations in the initial stages of the creative process. Grants provide funding for creative research, creation, and project development, including residencies, with a maximum grant amount of $25,000. Eligible applicants include artists, curators, writers, artistic groups, and organizations who have a validated profile in the portal, excluding organizations receiving core operating grants. Applicants can seek funding before the start date of their project for activities like creative research, creation, and project development. Projects involving the production or post-production of a final work should apply to the Concept to Realization component. The grant does not cover activities occurring before the project start date, those funded by other Canada Council programs, or those on the general list of ineligible activities. Application assistance is available for artists who are Deaf, hard of hearing, have a disability, or are living with a mental illness, as well as for First Nations, Inuit, or Métis artists facing language, geographic, or cultural barriers. Additionally, there are resources such as guidelines, budget forms, and appendices available to help applicants navigate the application process. Contact an officer for more information or check your eligibility on the Canada Council website.