Closed
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
Official resources
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
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the application materials
- Read the Application Form and the Eligibility Document.
- Confirm that the project is a confirmed exhibition in Canada.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the Artist-Direct application form.
- Make sure the submission fits the program period.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the application during the published application window.
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
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