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OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works
Operating support for professional French-language arts presenters in Ontario
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
- Archived
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The OAC French-Language Broadcasting Operating grant supports Ontario-based, non-profit professional French-language arts organizations in presenting or producing quality works for diverse audiences. While a maximum funding amount is not specified, eligible activities include ongoing, sustained programming, audience development initiatives, and outreach, with a focus on supporting Francophone arts and artists across communities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 75,000 $
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- $ 75,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Artists / creatives
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production or presentation of high-quality French-language artistic works to diverse audiences and participants in Ontario.
- Professional programming that reaches isolated communities, including those isolated geographically, linguistically, culturally, or artistically.
- Touring initiatives that enable francophone artists to connect with multiple communities through sustained or extended tours.
- Audience development initiatives centered on presenting professional Ontario-based artists.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario-based non-profit organizations engaged in professional French-language broadcasting or presentation of artistic works
- National non-profit organizations with headquarters in Ontario involved in French-language artistic dissemination
Who is not eligible
- Non-artistic organizations.
- Municipalities.
- Colleges and universities.
Eligible expenses
- Operating expenses related to the professional presentation or production of French-language artistic works.
- Artist fees adhering to professional standards.
- Costs for producing and distributing promotional materials, such as brochures and invitations.
- Expenses for compiling and maintaining financial and statistical reports required for program compliance.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario (for non-profit corporations incorporated in Ontario)
- Ontario (for national non-profit corporations with their head office in Ontario)
Additional information
- All applications to this program must be submitted in French.
- Applicants must consult the updated program details on Nova when the program opens, as information may change prior to the launch.
- The grant cycle operates on a three-year schedule, with new applicants eligible only in the first year of the cycle.
- Applicants are required to submit both financial and statistical reports via CADAC before the deadline.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works. 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 OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works?
The OAC French-Language Broadcasting Operating grant supports Ontario-based, non-profit professional French-language arts organizations in presenting or producing quality works for diverse audiences. While a maximum funding amount is not specified, eligible activities include ongoing, sustained programming, audience development initiatives, and outreach, with a focus on supporting Francophone arts and artists across communities.
Who is eligible for the OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works program?
To be eligible for the OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works program, you must:
Not applicable to for-profit businesses; only Ontario-based non-profit organizations are eligible.
What expenses are eligible under OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works?
Production or presentation of high-quality French-language artistic works to diverse audiences and participants in Ontario.
Professional programming that reaches isolated communities, including those isolated geographically, linguistically, culturally, or artistically.
Touring initiatives that enable francophone artists to connect with multiple communities through sustained or extended tours.
Audience development initiatives centered on presenting professional Ontario-based artists.
Who can I contact for more information about the OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) by email at creis@arts.on.ca or by phone at 1-800-387-0058.
Where is the OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works available?
The OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works?
OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
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