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OAC — Media Arts Projects
Funding for Ontario media arts projects
Latest source updateLast Update: July 6, 2026Latest change: The grant’s deadlines information now shows the 2026 Grant Program Deadlines and Important Dates page, including Market Development Travel opening for 2026-27.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 6, 2026
Latest change: The grant’s deadlines information now shows the 2026 Grant Program Deadlines and Important Dates page, including Market Development Travel opening for 2026-27.
Media Arts Projects dates page updated
The linked Grant Program Deadlines and Important Dates 2026 page now shows Market Development Travel as open for 2026-27, and the prior 2025-26 closed notice is no longer visible. On the Media Arts Projects and related guidance pages, core program text and application path still appear unchanged, but navigation and support links were refreshed, including a new Visitor information link.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $15,000 for media arts projects in Presentation, Professional Development, or Publication. It supports Ontario media arts organizations and collectives presenting, documenting, disseminating, or developing professional media arts practice.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
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
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- People with disabilities
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Media art screening and presentation.
- Professional development activities for media artists.
- Publication and documentation projects for media arts.
Documents Needed
- Project budget
- Answers to application questions
- Artistic examples
- Support documents such as programs, catalogues, critical writing, press, and promotional items
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario-based organizations, ad hoc groups, and collectives.
- Media arts organizations with relevant experience or expertise.
- Organizations in other arts disciplines carrying out media arts projects.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Organizations receiving an OAC operating grant through the Media Arts Organizations: Operating program.
- Organizations receiving another OAC operating grant, except priority-group-mandated organizations.
- Municipalities, universities, and colleges.
Eligible expenses
- Childcare and other dependent care fees.
- Accessibility costs for Deaf participants and people with disabilities.
- Professional fees for artists in presentation projects.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Creation or production projects for new work.
- Commissioning projects and artist residencies.
- Youth or non-professional workshops.
- Tours, prizes, awards, competitions, fundraising, and major capital expenditures.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to projects supporting independent media arts.
- Priority is given to projects supporting Canadian artists and artworks.
How to apply
- Step 1:
- Read the guide and review program requirements.
- Create or update your Nova profile.
- Step 2:
- Prepare the application form, project budget, artistic examples, and support documents.
- Complete the required application questions.
- Step 3:
- Submit the application in Nova before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through Nova.
- Decisions are communicated about four and a half months after the deadline.
- If funded, the project must be completed and a final report submitted in Nova.
- Approved project changes must be reported and accepted by OAC.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted in Nova.
- The application form opens about two months before the deadline.
- Applicants are informed about results about four and a half months after the deadline.
- Only one grant per calendar year is allowed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC — Media Arts Projects Program
What is the OAC — Media Arts Projects?
This program provides up to $15,000 for media arts projects in Presentation, Professional Development, or Publication. It supports Ontario media arts organizations and collectives presenting, documenting, disseminating, or developing professional media arts practice.
Who is eligible for the OAC — Media Arts Projects program?
To be eligible for the OAC — Media Arts Projects program, you must:
Ontario-based applicant
Media arts expertise required
Organization, group, or collective
What expenses are eligible under OAC — Media Arts Projects?
Media art screening and presentation.
Professional development activities for media artists.
Publication and documentation projects for media arts.
Who can I contact for more information about the OAC — Media Arts Projects?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) by email at ayared@arts.on.ca or by phone at 416-969-7461.
Where is the OAC — Media Arts Projects available?
The OAC — Media Arts Projects program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OAC — Media Arts Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OAC — Media Arts Projects is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the OAC — Media Arts Projects?
OAC — Media Arts Projects is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)