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OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation
Operating support for Francophone artist organizations
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : April 3, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centres in Ontario. It provides operating support for visual arts, media arts, and crafts activities that produce or present quality work to audiences and participants.
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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 production or service capacity
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : April 3, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible 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
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Ongoing operation of Francophone self-managed artist organizations and centres
- Producing visual arts, media arts, and crafts work
- Presenting work to audiences and participants
Documents Needed
- Application form responses
- Financial and statistical data through CADAC
- Most recent financial statements
- Artistic examples
- Supporting materials
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Francophone self-managed artist organizations
- Francophone self-managed artist centres
- Visual arts organizations
- Media arts organizations
- Craft organizations
Who is not eligible
- Non-arts organizations
- Municipalities
- Colleges and universities
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Representation of visual arts, media arts, and crafts
- Regional role and contribution to provincial arts infrastructure
- Professional fees for artists and professional development
- Public opportunities to engage with contemporary practice
How to apply
1
Prepare for application
- Read the Ontario Arts Council Operating Programs Guide
- Read the Ontario Arts Council Evaluation Process Guide
- Consult the Program Officer for eligibility (new applicants only)
- Create or update your organization profile in Nova
- Open a CADAC account if you are a new applicant
2
Complete application form
- Access and complete the application form in Nova
- Answer all questions in the annual or multi-year application
- Compile examples of artistic work (required for annual and year 1 multi-year applications)
- Gather supporting documents (maximum 5, PDF format)
- Prepare audiovisual documentation (up to 20 images and 2 audio/video files, 10 minutes combined)
3
Submit financial documentation
- Submit financial and statistical data through CADAC
- Upload the organization's latest financial statements in CADAC
- Attach all required documents to your Nova application
4
Submit your application
- Submit the complete application in Nova before the deadline
- Verify receipt and confirmation of your application
5
Await grant decision
- Wait for results, typically announced about five months after the deadline
- Monitor important communications from Ontario Arts Council
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission in Nova.
- Applicants are notified of the funding decision about five months later.
- Financial and statistical reports must be submitted through CADAC by the deadline.
Additional information
- All applications must be submitted in French.
- Applications are submitted through Nova and financial/statistical reports through CADAC.
- New applicants can apply only in Year 1 of a multi-year cycle.
- Funding decisions are announced about five months after the deadline.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation Program
What is the OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation?
This program supports French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centres in Ontario. It provides operating support for visual arts, media arts, and crafts activities that produce or present quality work to audiences and participants.
Who is eligible for the OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation program?
To be eligible for the OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation program, you must:
Ontario non-profit organization
At least two years of programming
French-language application required
What expenses are eligible under OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation?
Ongoing operation of Francophone self-managed artist organizations and centres
Producing visual arts, media arts, and crafts work
Presenting work to audiences and participants
Who can I contact for more information about the OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) or by phone at 416-961-1660.
Where is the OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation available?
The OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation?
OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)