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OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating
Operating support for Ontario media arts organizations
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports ongoing operations for not-for-profit professional media arts organizations in Ontario. Eligible activities include operating support for media arts programming, infrastructure, and services; the maximum funding amount was not specified in the provided information.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Increase operational productivity
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- From $ 75,000 to $ 75,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Ongoing operations of a professional media arts organization.
- Support for media arts infrastructure and programming.
Documents Needed
- Application answers
- CADAC financial and statistical information
- Last completed year financial statements
- Audiovisual examples of programming activities
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit media arts organizations
- Ontario-based not-for-profit corporations
- National not-for-profit corporations with head office in Ontario
Who is not eligible
- Non-arts organizations
- Municipalities
- Colleges and universities
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission in Nova.
- Applicants are notified about five months after the deadline.
- New applicants may apply only in the first year of a multi-year cycle.
Additional information
- Program information may change before Nova opens.
- Applications are submitted through Nova.
- Financial and statistical reports must be filed through CADAC before the deadline.
- Grant notification is available about five months after the deadline.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the OAC — Media Arts 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 — Media Arts Organizations: Operating?
Supports ongoing operations for not-for-profit professional media arts organizations in Ontario. Eligible activities include operating support for media arts programming, infrastructure, and services; the maximum funding amount was not specified in the provided information.
Who is eligible for the OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating program?
To be eligible for the OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating program, you must:
Ontario not-for-profit organization
Professional media arts focus
Established ongoing programming
What expenses are eligible under OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating?
Ongoing operations of a professional media arts organization.
Support for media arts infrastructure and programming.
Who can I contact for more information about the OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating?
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 — Media Arts Organizations: Operating available?
The OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating?
OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)