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Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund
Funding to expand market access for OLMC arts
Funding available
$ 60,000
Deadline
September 21, 2026
Opened April 21, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Canadian professional artists, arts professionals, artistic groups and arts organizations that self-identify as belonging to an OLMC.
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Overview
The Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund provides up to $60,000 to Canadian professional artists, arts professionals, artistic groups, and arts organizations that self-identify as belonging to an OLMC. It helps expand access to a diversity of markets and publics across Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Market research and market analysis.
- Presence at cultural trade fairs, participation in showcases, and other travel, including touring.
- Professional development activities such as residencies and exchanges focused on market access.
- Capacity-building services such as workshops or online tools for market access purposes.
- Subtitling, surtitling, and translation of promotional materials.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian professional artists, arts professionals, artistic groups and arts organizations that self-identify as belonging to an OLMC.
Additional information
- Application Assistance may be available for applicants who self-identify as an artist who is Deaf, hard of hearing, has a disability or is living with a mental illness, or as a First Nations, Inuit or Métis artist facing language, geographic and/or cultural barriers.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund Program
What is the Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund?
The Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund provides up to $60,000 to Canadian professional artists, arts professionals, artistic groups, and arts organizations that self-identify as belonging to an OLMC. It helps expand access to a diversity of markets and publics across Canada.
How much funding can be received?
Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund Funds up to $60,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is September 21, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund program?
To be eligible for the Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund program, you must:
Applicants must self-identify in the portal as an OLMC.
Applicants must be eligible to Canada Council programs.
What expenses are eligible under Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund?
Market research and market analysis.
Presence at cultural trade fairs, participation in showcases, and other travel, including touring.
Professional development activities such as residencies and exchanges focused on market access.
Capacity-building services such as workshops or online tools for market access purposes.
Subtitling, surtitling, and translation of promotional materials.
Who can I contact for more information about the Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund?
You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) by email at olmcmarketaccess@canadacouncil.ca.
Where is the Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund available?
The Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund program is available the province of Quebec.