International outreach — Travel
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Canada
Empower Canadian artists and arts organizations to expand global connections and opportunities
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
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The Travel component of the Arts Abroad grant program supports Canadian artists, arts professionals, groups, and organizations for international travel related to significant events, artistic presentations, collaborations, network development, and new market opportunities. Eligible activities include traveling by invitation to events outside Canada that are at least 500 kilometers away from the applicant's departure point. The grants aim to enhance international presence and can cover single or multiple destinations within one trip.
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The Arts Abroad Travel grant offers financial support aimed at covering various travel-related expenses for Canadian artists and arts organizations engaging in international activities. The financial support is structured based on specific eligible cost categories to facilitate effective and impactful participation in international events.
- Transportation expenses, including airfare, train tickets, bus fare, and other travel-related costs, are covered up to specified regional maximums.
- Accommodation and lodging expenses are included, with per diem allowances for meals set at $150 per day per person, up to a maximum of 5 days.
- Maximum allowable grant amounts vary by destination region, ranging from $1,750 per person for travel within North America to $3,250 per person for travel to Africa.
- Additional funding may be available for shipping and additional baggage, up to $2,500 per application.
- A Northern allowance of up to $2,000 per person is available for travel involving northern Canada.
- The total grant amount requested cannot exceed $30,000 annually.
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The "Arts Abroad: Travel" grant funds international travel for a variety of purposes to assist Canadian artists and arts professionals. Eligible projects involve cultural and market exploration and participation in significant global arts events and collaborations.
- Develop markets and networks internationally.
- Present artistic work at international events.
- Explore future artistic collaborations with global partners.
- Build on an existing tour by representing a group or organization.
- Engage in prospection for exhibition tours (limited to directors and curators).
- Showcase talents at trade fairs or similar key events in the performing arts.
- Participate in significant international arts events.
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$ 15,000
Participation in an international art fair to present a new exhibition and develop future collaborations
$ 12,000
Organizing a tour to present an innovative musical performance at European festivals
$ 17,000
Prospecting to organize a collective exhibition in renowned art galleries
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- The applicant can be an individual artist, curator, or arts professional.
- Cultural connectors and sector builders (Equity arts sector) are eligible to apply.
- Artistic groups, collectives, and organizations can apply for the grant.
- The applicant must have a validated profile in the portal.
- Organizations currently receiving core grants are eligible to apply.
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Eligible applicants for the Travel component of the Arts Abroad grant from the Canada Council for the Arts must be involved in the arts and looking to travel internationally for specific artistic purposes. The following types of applicants are eligible:
- Artists and curators.
- Arts professionals.
- Cultural connectors and sector builders within the equity arts sector.
- Artistic groups and collectives.
- Artistic organizations.
These applicants must create a validated profile in the Canada Council's portal to determine eligibility. Organizations currently receiving core grants from the Council can also apply to this grant.
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The grant covers specific travel-related expenses for Canadian artists and arts professionals traveling internationally for approved activities.
- Transportation expenses such as airfare, train tickets, bus fare, and taxi or shuttle fares.
- Accommodation and lodging expenses.
- Meals and per diems up to a maximum of 5 days at $150 per day per person.
- Shipping and additional baggage costs, up to a maximum of $2,500 per application.
- Northern allowance, up to a maximum of $2,000 per person.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for the Arts Abroad Travel component are based on weighted criteria, ensuring projects align with the grant's objectives and demonstrate potential for international impact.
- Impact: 40% (minimum score of 25 out of 40)
- The potential of the project to develop and enhance your international profile and that of Canadian arts practice.
- Build international connections and exchange knowledge.
- Generate future opportunities.
- Relevance: 40% (minimum score of 25 out of 40)
- The rationale for the project, including timeliness and suitability.
- The suitability of the event or involvement of the partners or host organizations.
- Feasibility: 20% (minimum score of 10 out of 20)
- The capacity and experience you and your partners or host organizations have to undertake the project.
- A reasonable budget.
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The grant supports Canadian artists and arts professionals in building international networks and opportunities by covering travel expenses linked to significant events outside of Canada. Applicants need to provide essential documentation and can seek assistance if facing barriers in the application process.
- You can apply twice per year.
- Early registration in the portal is required at least 30 days before applying.
- Grants are assessed based on impact, relevance, and feasibility criteria.
- Notification of grant results must be considered for tax-deductible expenses.
- Additional amounts may be available for shipping, northern travels, and traveling to Alaska.
- Supports provided include transportation, accommodation, and meals up to a specified maximum depending on the travel region.
- Application Assistance is available for artists facing difficulties.
- Final reports are required within three months after project completion.
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