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Fund for Support for Access

Supports accessibility measures for funded arts projects
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada

Overview

This support helps cover accessibility services and support measures required to complete an arts project already funded by the Canada Council for the Arts. The maximum funding amount is not specified and is determined by Canada Council staff based on the required measures.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Canada
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
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • People with disabilities
  • Artists / creatives
  • Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Carrying out a Canada Council for the Arts project using disability-related support measures required to complete the approved activities

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Individual artists who self-identify as Deaf
  • Individual artists who self-identify as disabled
  • Individual artists who self-identify as living with mental illness
  • Groups and organizations that dedicate most of their resources to supporting Deaf, disabled, or mental health communities

Eligible expenses

  • Accessibility services and support measures required to carry out the funded project

Additional information

  • Access Support can be requested at the same time as the related funding request or at any time after the related funding has been approved, up until the final report is submitted.
  • The amount of support is determined by Canada Council for the Arts staff.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Fund for Support for Access Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Fund for Support for Access. 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 Fund for Support for Access?

This support helps cover accessibility services and support measures required to complete an arts project already funded by the Canada Council for the Arts. The maximum funding amount is not specified and is determined by Canada Council staff based on the required measures.

Who is eligible for the Fund for Support for Access program?

To be eligible for the Fund for Support for Access program, you must: Deaf/disabled/mental illness artist, group, or organization Related Canada Council project already funded Support measures required for the project

What expenses are eligible under Fund for Support for Access?

Carrying out a Canada Council for the Arts project using disability-related support measures required to complete the approved activities

Who can I contact for more information about the Fund for Support for Access?

You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA).

Where is the Fund for Support for Access available?

The Fund for Support for Access program is available across Canada.

Is the Fund for Support for Access a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Fund for Support for Access is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Fund for Support for Access?

Fund for Support for Access is funded by Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)

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