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Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) - Ontario - Canada
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Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF)

Supports short-term cultural projects to increase tourism and revenue
Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and Ministry of Sport
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada

Overview

This funding program offers financial support to cultural organizations to develop innovative, tourism-attracting projects. It involves a mixture of loans and grants to promote economic growth through cultural tourism activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Access new markets
  • Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Local

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Developing new cultural events or expanding existing ones
  • Implementing targeted marketing strategies to attract new tourists
  • Organizing festivals or cultural activities with limited duration

Documents Needed

Basic project description, target market information, and proof of project distinctions.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit cultural organizations
  • Cultural festivals and events organizers
  • Heritage and arts organizations

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations primarily involved in activities outside of cultural promotion
  • Companies without a clear tourism or cultural focus

Eligible expenses

  • Marketing and promotional costs
  • Project-specific activities and event organization expenses

Eligible geographic areas

Ontario

Additional information

The program may consider applications for free or low admission festivals and events that do not meet the 40% earned revenue criteria, provided that total earned and private sector revenue constitute at least 50% of total revenue.

Contacts

cfellay-dunbar@ocaf.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF). 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 Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF)?

This funding program offers financial support to cultural organizations to develop innovative, tourism-attracting projects. It involves a mixture of loans and grants to promote economic growth through cultural tourism activities.

Who is eligible for the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) program?

To be eligible for the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) program, you must: Large-scale tourism-related cultural projects with defined scope

What expenses are eligible under Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF)?

Developing new cultural events or expanding existing ones Implementing targeted marketing strategies to attract new tourists Organizing festivals or cultural activities with limited duration

Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF)?

You can contact Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and Ministry of Sport by email at cfellay-dunbar@ocaf.ca.

Where is the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) available?

The Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF)?

Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) is funded by Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and Ministry of Sport

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