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OAC — French-language edition – how it works
Operating support for Francophone publishers
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : May 29, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This Ontario Arts Council program provides operating support for francophone publishers in Ontario. It funds the publication and distribution of French-language books and cultural periodicals.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : May 29, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 75,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Publication and distribution of French-language books
- Publication of French-language cultural periodicals
Documents Needed
- Completed Nova application form answers
- Financial and statistical data forms
- Latest audited or finalized financial statements
- Current catalogue or website link
- Required book samples or periodicals, depending on applicant type
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario book publishers
- Ontario periodical publishers
- Non-profit corporations
- Ontario-based businesses
Who is not eligible
- Non-arts organizations
- Municipalities
- Colleges and universities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications not submitted in French
- Organizations outside the publishing sector
- Municipalities, colleges, and universities
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to works by Ontario resident authors.
- Use of the CAO operating grant evaluation rubric.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program guides
- Read the operating grants guide.
- Read the evaluation process guide.
- Step 2: Confirm eligibility and prepare profile
- Contact the program lead if you are a new applicant.
- Create or update your Nova profile.
- Step 3: Complete the application in Nova
- Fill in the annual or multi-year application form.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Step 4: Submit online
- Send the completed application through Nova before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted in Nova.
- Eligibility is reviewed by the program team.
- Decisions are announced about five months after the deadline.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted in French.
- The program is part of the Ontario Arts Council operating grants system.
- New applicants can apply only in cycle year 1.
- Applicants are advised to review the operating grants and assessment guides before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC — French-language edition – how it works Program
What is the OAC — French-language edition – how it works?
This Ontario Arts Council program provides operating support for francophone publishers in Ontario. It funds the publication and distribution of French-language books and cultural periodicals.
Who is eligible for the OAC — French-language edition – how it works program?
To be eligible for the OAC — French-language edition – how it works program, you must:
Ontario-based publisher
Two years of activity
Minimum annual revenues
What expenses are eligible under OAC — French-language edition – how it works?
Publication and distribution of French-language books
Publication of French-language cultural periodicals
Who can I contact for more information about the OAC — French-language edition – how it works?
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 — French-language edition – how it works available?
The OAC — French-language edition – how it works program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OAC — French-language edition – how it works a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OAC — French-language edition – how it works is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the OAC — French-language edition – how it works?
OAC — French-language edition – how it works is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)