PEI Arts Grants Funding
PE, Canada
Financial support for arts community in PEI
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- grant_single|closingDateMay 13, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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- Government of Prince Edward Island
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Get funding to support and assist the arts community in areas such as professional development, artistic presentation and creative endeavors.
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$8,000
Ottawa
Documentary film on indigenous culture and heritage
$7,800
Calgary
Art therapy programs for mental health patients
$7,800
Vancouver
Development of a community art mural in public spaces
$7,400
Toronto
A theater group's pre-production research and script development
$7,800
Edmonton
Publishing an anthology of indigenous poetry
$8,000
Montreal
Creation of an art installation for a public park
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The eligibility criteria for this grant are:
- To apply for any of the grants, you must have a PEI address as your primary residence for a minimum of twelve consecutive months.
- Artists on extended travel for their work are still considered PEI residents, but those who move their primary residence to another province or country within the twelve consecutive months previous to the application deadline are not eligible.
- Groups or bands must have a majority of members be residents of PEI.
- There are specific criteria to establish professional status as an artist.
- Artists are categorized as emerging or established based on their career stage and artistic achievements.
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There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for the PEI Arts Grants program:
- Amateur artists and/or students
- Festivals, contests, events
- Not-for-profit organizations
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Eligible expenses for this grant include living expenses (up to $800 per month), direct project costs such as materials and supplies, pre-production research, documentation costs, and equipment rental.
- Living expenses (up to $800 per month)
- Materials and supplies
- Pre-production research
- Documentation costs
- Equipment rental
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The evaluation and selection criteria for the PEI Arts Grants include artistic vision, impact on career development/arts practice, project plan, proposed budget, and support material relevance.
- Artistic vision of the project
- Impact on career development/arts practice
- Project plan and execution
- Budget details
- Relevance and quality of support material
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- Step 1: Check eligibility requirements and residency criteria.
- Ensure you meet the residency and professional status criteria.
- Step 2: Prepare necessary documents and support materials for the application.
- Curriculum vitae or resume, project description, budget details, and support materials.
- Step 3: Complete the online application form within one session.
- Include project description, budget details, and relevant support materials.
- Step 4: Submit the completed application before the deadline.
- Ensure all required information is accurate and submitted on time.
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- Artists are encouraged to thoroughly review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria before applying.
- Incomplete or inaccurate applications may lead to disqualification, so ensure all required documents and information are submitted correctly.
- Applicants should prioritize clarity and conciseness in their project descriptions and budget breakdown to enhance the assessment process.
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evlaberge@gov.pe.ca
902-368-6300
Apply to this program
PEI Arts Grants Funding Summary
The PEI Arts Grants program offers financial support to Prince Edward Island artists in three categories: Create, Share, and Learn. Established and emerging professional artists can apply for grants to fund artistic projects, dissemination of works, and professional development activities.
PEI Arts Grants Funding Program Details
The PEI Arts Grants program provides opportunities for artists in Prince Edward Island to receive financial assistance for their artistic endeavors. The program consists of three main grant categories targeted at supporting different aspects of the arts community:
- Create Grant: This grant supports the creation of artistic projects in various disciplines such as crafts, dance, music, theatre, and writing. It is available to both established and emerging professional artists, offering funding for project expenses and living costs.
- Share Grant: The Share grant aims to assist PEI professional artists in presenting their works to the public in critical and curated contexts. Funding is provided for activities like tours, exhibitions, performances, and screenings to enhance access and appreciation of PEI arts.
- Learn Grant: The Learn grant focuses on supporting the professional development of PEI professional artists by funding skill-building activities like mentoring, residencies, workshops, and training programs. It offers financial assistance to artists at different career stages to enhance their artistic practices.
Each grant category has specific eligibility criteria, funding amounts, and application requirements. Artists must meet residency and professional status criteria to be eligible for the grants. Applications are assessed through a peer-led process coordinated by the Director of Cultural Development, ensuring a fair evaluation of artistic merit.
Overall, the PEI Arts Grants program plays a crucial role in supporting the arts community in Prince Edward Island by providing financial resources for artistic projects, dissemination of works, and professional development activities.
