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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2026
- Closing date : January 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
PIA Artist-Direct Program offers $5,000 for GTA-based artists with confirmed exhibitions in Canada. It supports supplies, studio rentals, exhibition expenses, production costs, and artist time and labor.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2026
- Closing date : January 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
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
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Artist exhibitions in Canada
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Eligibility document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- GTA-based artists
Who is not eligible
- Artists not based in the GTA
- Applicants without a confirmed exhibition in Canada
Eligible expenses
- Supplies
- Studio rentals
- Exhibition expenses
- Production costs
- Artist time and labor, up to 50%
Eligible geographic areas
- Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the submission window closes.
- Applicants receive the adjudication result afterward.
- Approved applicants must follow the program terms and conditions.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the PIA Artist-Direct Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PIA Artist-Direct Program. 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 PIA Artist-Direct Program?
PIA Artist-Direct Program offers $5,000 for GTA-based artists with confirmed exhibitions in Canada. It supports supplies, studio rentals, exhibition expenses, production costs, and artist time and labor.
How much funding can be received?
PIA Artist-Direct Program Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was January 15, 2026.
Who is eligible for the PIA Artist-Direct Program program?
To be eligible for the PIA Artist-Direct Program program, you must:
GTA-based artists only
Confirmed exhibition in Canada
Project within funding period
Who can I contact for more information about the PIA Artist-Direct Program?
You can contact Partners in Art (PIA) by email at artistdirect@partnersinart.ca.
Where is the PIA Artist-Direct Program available?
The PIA Artist-Direct Program program is available across Canada.
Is the PIA Artist-Direct Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PIA Artist-Direct Program is a Grant and Funding