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Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces
Support for major recurring festivals in British Columbia
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Who can apply
Major recurring festivals and events with annual revenue over $10 million.
See full eligibility
Overview
Initiative d’appui aux grands festivals et événements en Colombie-Britannique is a national $200 million, two-year initiative for major recurring festivals and events in British Columbia affected by COVID-19. It helps them adapt activities, maintain operations, and improve products and experiences under public health guidance.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- $ 10,000,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Cash flow needs to ensure continuity of operations or adapt to new realities and requirements related to the pandemic.
- Improving products and experiences to better position the organization in the new economy, in line with public health instructions.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Major recurring festivals and events with annual revenue over $10 million.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- One-time or new events and festivals.
- Business events such as conferences.
- Holiday celebrations such as Canada Day or New Year's Day events.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces Program
What is the Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces?
Initiative d’appui aux grands festivals et événements en Colombie-Britannique is a national $200 million, two-year initiative for major recurring festivals and events in British Columbia affected by COVID-19. It helps them adapt activities, maintain operations, and improve products and experiences under public health guidance.
Who is eligible for the Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces program?
To be eligible for the Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces program, you must:
Major, recurring festivals and events
Annual revenue over $10 million
Commitment to comply with health and safety guidelines
What expenses are eligible under Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces?
Cash flow needs to ensure continuity of operations or adapt to new realities and requirements related to the pandemic.
Improving products and experiences to better position the organization in the new economy, in line with public health instructions.
Who can I contact for more information about the Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces?
You can contact Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) or by phone at 1-888-338-9378.
Where is the Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces available?
The Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces program is available the province of Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan.
Is the Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces?
Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI) in the Prairie provinces is funded by Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Canadian Heritage, Government of Canada