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Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events
Funding for cultural festivals and events
Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500 - $ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Orillia, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports cultural festivals and events in Orillia with funding up to $5,000+. It is designed for festivals and events that contribute to community life and may support programming, marketing, volunteer development, and related activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Orillia
- 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
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Organization of cultural festivals and events in Orillia
- Festival or event programming that meets the program’s objectives
- Activities that strengthen community life and volunteer participation
Documents Needed
- Financial statements from the previous year
- Budget for the next operating year
- Supplemental Grant Information Form, if required
- List of Executive Officers
- Minutes from the last annual general meeting, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Non-profit organizations
- Festival and event organizers in Orillia
Who is not eligible
- For-profit festival or event ventures
- Organizations without legal status that operate as a business
Eligible expenses
- Festival or event programming support
- Marketing and promotion costs
- Volunteer development support
- In-kind support arrangements may be considered instead of funding
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- For-profit festival or event ventures operated without legal status
- Multiple grants in the same year, including subsidized City fees and facility charges
Eligible geographic areas
- Orillia, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on their own merit against the funding criteria.
- Applicants may be asked to meet with City Council or the Grants Committee.
- Further information or clarification may be requested.
- If approved, a follow-up report on fund use and project success may be required.
- Applicants are notified of results by mail within six months of the deadline.
Additional information
- Only one grant per year may be approved.
- Previous recipients are not guaranteed renewal or annual funding.
- Applications may be copied on the public Council agenda.
- Funding decisions are mailed within six months of the deadline.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events. 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 Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events?
This program supports cultural festivals and events in Orillia with funding up to $5,000+. It is designed for festivals and events that contribute to community life and may support programming, marketing, volunteer development, and related activities.
How much funding can be received?
Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events program?
To be eligible for the Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events program, you must:
Registered charity or non-profit
Volunteer-based organization
Community benefit in Orillia
What expenses are eligible under Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events?
Organization of cultural festivals and events in Orillia
Festival or event programming that meets the program’s objectives
Activities that strengthen community life and volunteer participation
Who can I contact for more information about the Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events?
You can contact City of Orillia by email at jsurette@orillia.ca or by phone at (705) 325-4530.
Where is the Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events available?
The Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events is a Partnering and Collaboration