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Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships
Supports paid performing arts internships in Ontario
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Supports paid performing arts internships in Ontario. Funding covers an intern’s salary and statutory benefits up to $40,000 for a full-time, 10-month internship.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Paid internships in artistic, administrative, and production roles.
- Mentored training and professional development in the performing arts.
- Internships that build leadership, skills, and sector experience.
Documents Needed
- Metcalf application cover sheet
- Statements from the intern and mentor
- Application text, including work plan and bios
- Internship budget and organization operating budget
- Intern’s résumé and audited financial statements
- Video submission with a downloadable link or attachment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Professional theatre organizations
- Professional dance organizations
- Professional music organizations
- Professional opera organizations
- Performing arts creation, production, festival, training, and service organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside Ontario
- Organizations without charitable registration
- Applicants in visual arts, media arts, writing, or museums
- Performers applying as individuals
- Co-op or degree-based internship projects
Eligible expenses
- Intern salary
- Statutory benefits, including CPP and EI
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Mentoring costs or fees
- Administrative overhead
- Co-op work terms or other degree-related internship components
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Metcalf board and staff, with help from an advisory panel.
- Funding decisions are made by the Metcalf board.
- Decisions are final.
- Only complete applications received on time are considered.
Additional information
- Organizations may apply individually or in partnership with other organizations.
- Applicants are encouraged to contact program staff in advance for clarifying questions.
- First-time applicants are strongly encouraged to arrange an advance meeting.
- Late or incomplete applications are not considered.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships. 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 Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships?
Supports paid performing arts internships in Ontario. Funding covers an intern’s salary and statutory benefits up to $40,000 for a full-time, 10-month internship.
How much funding can be received?
Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships Funds up to $40,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships program?
To be eligible for the Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships program, you must:
Ontario-based performing arts organization
Three years of history
Valid charitable registration
What expenses are eligible under Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships?
Paid internships in artistic, administrative, and production roles.
Mentored training and professional development in the performing arts.
Internships that build leadership, skills, and sector experience.
Who can I contact for more information about the Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships?
You can contact The George Cedric Metcalf Charitable Foundation by email at hdunford@metcalffoundation.com.
Where is the Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships available?
The Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships program is available across Canada.
Is the Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships is a Grant and Funding