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MAC — Competitions
Support for arts and culture prize competitions
Latest source updateLast Update: October 14, 2026Latest change: The Competitions guidelines now ask applicants to indicate whether they plan to use AI in their project information.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: October 14, 2026
Latest change: The Competitions guidelines now ask applicants to indicate whether they plan to use AI in their project information.
Competitions guidelines add AI disclosure
The Competitions grant guidelines now include an AI disclosure in Project information. Applicants must indicate whether they are planning on using AI when they complete their submission.
Funding available
$ 7,500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
MAC Competitions provides up to $7,500 to support arts and culture organizations that award impactful prizes to exceptional recipients. Eligible funding can cover prize money and a limited portion of administrative costs, with applications assessed by an external peer panel.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Competitive selection of exceptional arts and culture prize winners.
- Organization and delivery of competitions or prize events.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Brief history of the organization or arts group
- Artistic resume or CV for applicants and key members, where applicable
- Budget form
- Support material
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Professional not-for-profit arts organizations
- Professional arts service organizations
- Community not-for-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
- Prize money for winners aged 18 or over.
- Administrative costs, up to 10% of the grant.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Clear artistic, thematic, and conceptual vision.
- Artistic value of the proposed project.
- Attention to cultural integrity.
- Fair and transparent decision-making process.
- Research, planning, and ability to complete the project.
How to apply
- Register your profile in Manipogo at least 5 to 10 business days before you want to apply.
- Apply through Manipogo, the online application system.
- Applicants who are D/deaf or living with a disability who require an accessible application, or those who have limited internet access may apply using the printable or fillable PDF application forms.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are evaluated by an external peer assessment panel.
- Results are notified within three months after the deadline.
- Eligibility must be approved by MAC staff before the application is considered.
- An application may require translation for jury or panel review if submitted in French.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by an external peer assessment panel.
- Applicants must create a profile in Manipogo before applying.
- Applications may be submitted in English or French.
- Offline applications are available for applicants with limited internet access or accessibility needs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MAC — Competitions Program
What is the MAC — Competitions?
MAC Competitions provides up to $7,500 to support arts and culture organizations that award impactful prizes to exceptional recipients. Eligible funding can cover prize money and a limited portion of administrative costs, with applications assessed by an external peer panel.
How much funding can be received?
MAC — Competitions Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the MAC — Competitions program?
To be eligible for the MAC — Competitions program, you must:
Based in Manitoba.
Arts or cultural organization.
Active for at least one year, if applicable.
What expenses are eligible under MAC — Competitions?
Competitive selection of exceptional arts and culture prize winners.
Organization and delivery of competitions or prize events.
Who can I contact for more information about the MAC — Competitions?
You can contact Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) by email at helpdesk@artscouncil.mb.ca or by phone at 204-945-2237.
Where is the MAC — Competitions available?
The MAC — Competitions program is available the province of Manitoba.