OAC — Multi and Inter-Arts Projects

Who is eligible?

• Ontario-based not-for-profit arts organizations
• Ad hoc groups and collectives with at least 50% Ontario residents
• Non-arts organizations directly involving professional artists or arts professionals in project programming decisions

Who is not eligible

• Municipalities
• Colleges and universities
• Organizations that receive a grant in the Multi and Inter-Arts Organizations – Operating program
• Organizations that receive an operating grant in other Ontario Arts Council (OAC) programs (unless mandated to serve OAC priority groups)

Eligible expenses

• Artists’ fees.
• Production costs, including staging, technical equipment, and costumes.
• Purchase of small-scale equipment, software, electronics, and similar materials required for the project.
• Venue or studio rental.
• Marketing, promotion, and administration costs.
• Childcare and other dependant care fees enabling participation in the project (excluding regular, ongoing expenses).
• Expenses related to accessibility for audience members and project participants who are Deaf or have a disability.

Eligible geographic areas

• Ontario

• See the Guide to OAC Assessment for how assessors rate applications.
• See the Evaluation Rubric – Activity Projects for project assessment details.

• Step 1: Review Program InformationRead the Guide to OAC Project Programs for eligibility and restrictions.
• Consult the program information page after it opens in Nova for any updates or changes.
• Step 2: Create or Update Nova ProfileAccess Nova, the OAC's online grant application system.
• Create a new user profile or update your existing profile as required.
• Step 3: Gather Required DocumentsPrepare a detailed project description and responses to application questions.
• Develop a comprehensive project budget.
• Collect artistic examples, such as documentation of past programming or artwork by participating artists.
• Assemble support documents, including résumés and bios.
• Ensure you have multiple revenue sources identified if applying outside the Creation category.
• Step 4: Complete Online ApplicationLog in to Nova approximately two months before the application deadline.
• Fill out the online application form with all required details.
• Upload all supporting documents and artistic materials.
• Step 5: Submit ApplicationCarefully review your entire application for completeness and accuracy.
• Submit the application electronically in Nova before the deadline (March 20 or September 18, 1 p.m. ET).
• Step 6: Await ResultsThe results will be communicated approximately four and a half months after the application deadline.
• Step 7: Final Reporting (If Funded)After completing the project, submit a final report in Nova as per the Terms and Conditions – receipt of OAC project grant funds.
• Include a project description, budget, and materials demonstrating recognition of OAC and the Government of Ontario as required.

• Applications are reviewed after submission in Nova.
• Applicants receive the result about four and a half months after each deadline.
• If funded, the project must be completed and a final report submitted in Nova.

• The application form will be available in the Nova system roughly two months before each deadline.
• Applicants will receive notification of grant results approximately four and a half months after the application deadline.
• Projects supported under this program must be completed within two years following receipt of the grant results.
• If a project’s final report shows a surplus exceeding $250, repayment of the surplus to the Ontario Arts Council may be required.