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OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support
Accessibility support for OAC project recipients
Latest source updateLast Update: May 10, 2026Latest change: The Accessibility Fund: Project Support page now shows the 2026-27 program timing and updated application/reporting links to Nova.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 10, 2026
Latest change: The Accessibility Fund: Project Support page now shows the 2026-27 program timing and updated application/reporting links to Nova.
Accessibility Fund schedule and application link updated
The Accessibility Fund: Project Support page now reflects the 2026-27 program timing, replacing the earlier 2025-26 cycle and shifting the opening period to April 2026. This is the clearest substantive change and affects the grant timeline information shown to applicants. The page also now points applicants to Nova through the visible Apply Now and final report instructions, which changes the application entry point and submission guidance. Other program details appear largely unchanged, including funding and the general scope of the grant.
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program helps cover accessibility barriers linked to an OAC project grant. It funds project-related supports such as transportation, interpretation, equipment rental, and accessible software or hardware.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- People with disabilities
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- transportation, including ride sharing, taxi, car rental, public transportation, air and train travel
- equipment rental, including ergonomic equipment, accessible devices
- technological expenses, including computer hardware rental, accessible software licensed for the duration of the project
- accessibility equipment, hardware and software purchases of less than $100
- counselling services that are directly related to the project
Documents Needed
- The application questions
- An expense breakdown
- Optional service quotes
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- The applicant must have an associated OAC project grant.
- The applicant must be Deaf or disability-identifying.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without an associated OAC project grant
Eligible expenses
- transportation, including ride sharing, taxi, car rental, public transportation, air and train travel
- equipment rental, including ergonomic equipment, accessible devices
- technological expenses, including computer hardware rental, accessible software licensed for the duration of the project
- accessibility equipment, hardware and software purchases of less than $100
- counselling services that are directly related to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- accessibility supports for your audience members, workshop participants or learners
- major capital expenditures, including buying, leasing or renovating buildings and purchase of major equipment
- artist fees
- medication and hearing aids
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
How to apply
- Access the application in Nova.
- Use the Request Project Accessibility Support button.
Processing and Agreement
- If you receive a grant, you must complete the project and submit a final report in Nova.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted year-round until the budget is spent.
- The program is tied to an associated OAC project grant.
- Information in the request is confidential and not shared with project assessors.
- Final reporting is required in Nova.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support Program
What is the OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support?
This program helps cover accessibility barriers linked to an OAC project grant. It funds project-related supports such as transportation, interpretation, equipment rental, and accessible software or hardware.
How much funding can be received?
OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support program?
To be eligible for the OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support program, you must:
Eligible expenses must be related to activities described in your associated project grant application.
Eligible expenses are not limited to the examples listed above.
Please contact OAC’s Accessibility Fund staff to confirm the eligibility of your expenses before submitting your application.
What expenses are eligible under OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support?
transportation, including ride sharing, taxi, car rental, public transportation, air and train travel
equipment rental, including ergonomic equipment, accessible devices
technological expenses, including computer hardware rental, accessible software licensed for the duration of the project
accessibility equipment, hardware and software purchases of less than $100
counselling services that are directly related to the project
Who can I contact for more information about the OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) by email at nchorney@arts.on.ca or by phone at 416-969-7440.
Where is the OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support available?
The OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support is a Grant and Funding