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Mi'kmaq Arts Program
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Nova Scotia, Canada
Supports Mi'kmaq artists with funding for art development and presentation
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Mi'kmaq Arts Program provides vital financial support to Nova Scotia-based Mi'kmaq artists, groups, and organizations, with funding amounts up to specific maximums to foster Indigenous arts development. The program features categories for creating new artworks, public presentations, professional capacity building, and materials support, all aimed at promoting and preserving Mi'kmaq culture and art forms.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Develop a new product
Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
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
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Development of new Mi'kmaq artworks and cultural projects.
- Public presentations and exhibitions of Mi'kmaq art.
- Participation in professional development activities such as workshops and mentorship programs.
- Purchase of materials required for art projects.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 15,000
Developing a Mi'kmaq-inspired visual art series with community engagement
$ 12,000
Recording traditional Mi'kmaq music to support cultural preservation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Mi'kmaq artists based in Nova Scotia.
- Art groups and organizations within the Mi'kmaq community in Nova Scotia.
Eligible geographic areas
Nova ScotiaHow to apply
Visit the Arts Nova Scotia website and review program guidelines.Complete the online application form and the Self Identification form.Prepare supporting materials such as project description, schedule, CV, and support materials.Submit the application and supporting documents via email according to instructions.Ensure application is submitted before the deadline, and follow up if necessary.
Contacts
artsnssubmissions@novascotia.ca
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