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OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating - Ontario - Canada
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OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating

Operating support for Ontario literary organizations
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : March 25, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada

Overview

This program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit, professional literary organizations in Ontario, except book and magazine publishers. It supports activities that present and promote Canadian literature, engage literary artists in arts education, and help artists develop their craft.
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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
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : March 25, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • $ 75,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
Target groups
  • Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Ongoing operations of literary organizations
  • Presenting Canadian literature to the public
  • Promoting Canadian literature
  • Arts education activities for literary artists
  • Activities that help literary artists develop their craft

Documents Needed

  • Application answers
  • CADAC financial and statistical information
  • Last year’s financial statements
  • Website link
  • Recent marketing samples

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Ontario-based not-for-profit corporations
  • National not-for-profit corporations with head office in Ontario
  • Professional literary organizations

Who is not eligible

  • Book publishers
  • Magazine publishers
  • Organizations that primarily distribute Canadian literature
  • Non-arts organizations
  • Municipalities, colleges, and universities

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Organizations that primarily distribute Canadian literature
  • Organizations that primarily publish books or magazines
  • Non-arts organizations
  • Municipalities, colleges, and universities

Eligible geographic areas

  • Ontario

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are submitted in Nova.
  • Applications are reviewed by assessors under the operating programs rubric.
  • Grant notification is issued about five months after the deadline.
  • Financial and statistical reports must be submitted through CADAC before the deadline.

Additional information

  • This program has been replaced by the Ontario Arts Operating Fund.
  • New applicants may only apply in the first year of a multi-year cycle.
  • Grant notification is available about five months after the deadline.

Contacts

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Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating. 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 — Literary Organizations: Operating?

This program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit, professional literary organizations in Ontario, except book and magazine publishers. It supports activities that present and promote Canadian literature, engage literary artists in arts education, and help artists develop their craft.

Who is eligible for the OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating program?

To be eligible for the OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating program, you must: Ontario-based not-for-profit organization Ongoing literary programming Active board or governing body

What expenses are eligible under OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating?

Ongoing operations of literary organizations Presenting Canadian literature to the public Promoting Canadian literature Arts education activities for literary artists Activities that help literary artists develop their craft

Who can I contact for more information about the OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating?

You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) by email at none or by phone at none.

Where is the OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating available?

The OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating a grant, loan, or tax credit?

OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating?

OAC — Literary Organizations: Operating is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)

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