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Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance)
Funding for literary works created for performance
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Thunder Bay, Toronto, Ontario
Overview
This program offers up to $15,000 for Ontario-based literary creation projects for performance. It supports new literary works for public performance, as well as recording projects and related eligible activities.
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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 a new product or service
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Thunder Bay, Toronto
- Ontario
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
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation of literary works for performance
- Recording of literary works created for performance
- Creation and recording of literary works for performance
Documents Needed
- Completed application form in Nova
- Answers to the application questions
- Two audio or video performance samples
- History of performed literary work
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario-based individual artists
- Ad hoc groups and collectives in Ontario
- Incorporated not-for-profit organizations in Ontario
- Eligible Ontario-based book or magazine publishers
- Ontario-based colleges, universities, municipalities, school boards, First Nations, and schools administered by Indigenous authorities
Who is not eligible
- Student or academic publications
- Work created as part of employment, in most cases
- Projects in film, radio, television, theatre, or interactive digital media
- Works in languages other than English
- Audiobooks and documentary recordings of publication-based writing
Eligible expenses
- Artist fees for project work
- Research costs, including travel, accommodation, resources, and research assistance
- Recording studio time, supporting artists, and recording professionals
- Physical media manufacturing and initial digital distribution setup
- Childcare, dependent care, and accessibility-related project costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Writing for film, radio, television, theatre, or interactive digital media
- Manuscript evaluation, editorial services, and publication expenses
- Expenses after a completed work has been recorded or published
- Works in languages other than English
- Audiobooks, documentary recordings, and major capital expenditures
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a peer assessment process.
- Results are usually available about four and a half months after the deadline.
- Successful applicants must confirm required details in Nova before payment is issued.
- Grant cheques are sent by regular mail.
- A final report must be submitted after the project is completed.
Additional information
- The application form opens in Nova about two months before the deadline.
- Applicants will usually receive results about four and a half months after the deadline.
- Final reports must be submitted in Nova.
- Increased accessibility support may be available for applicants and final reports.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance). 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 Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance)?
This program offers up to $15,000 for Ontario-based literary creation projects for performance. It supports new literary works for public performance, as well as recording projects and related eligible activities.
How much funding can be received?
Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) program?
To be eligible for the Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) program, you must:
Ontario resident
Professional performance history
English-language project
What expenses are eligible under Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance)?
Creation of literary works for performance
Recording of literary works created for performance
Creation and recording of literary works for performance
Who can I contact for more information about the Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance)?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) by email at ddaniher@arts.on.ca or by phone at 416-969-7451.
Where is the Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) available?
The Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance) is a Grant and Funding