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Première Ovation - Circus
Funding for emerging circus artists training creation and production
Last Update: March 18, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports emerging circus artists with funding for training, mentorship, research, creation, production, specialized equipment, and promotional tools. The funding helps artists develop professional skills, create new works, acquire necessary materials, and promote their artistic practice in the professional market.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- Provincial
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Training and mentorship programs for professional development.
- Research and creation projects (creative laboratories, residencies).
- Production of circus shows, numbers, or urban performances ready for distribution.
- Acquisition of specialized circus equipment and materials.
- Development of promotional tools (demo videos, photos, websites).
Documents Needed
- Project proposal describing the intended activity
- Artist curriculum vitae or professional profile
- Budget breakdown for the requested funding
- Supporting materials such as portfolio or work samples
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Emerging circus artists (individual practitioners).
- Artist collectives and groups.
- Circus companies and troupes.
Who is not eligible
- Established professional circus artists not considered emerging.
- Organizations outside the circus arts sector.
- Non-artistic commercial enterprises.
Eligible expenses
- Professional training and development costs (internships, master classes, summer courses).
- Mentor fees for artistic guidance and expertise.
- Research and creation project expenses (creative laboratory, residency costs).
- Production costs for circus shows or numbers ready for distribution.
- Minor specialized equipment for creation, production, and dissemination.
- Promotional materials (demo videos, photos, websites).
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects not related to circus arts or urban circus activities.
- Established artists who are not considered emerging.
- Projects already completed or fully realized.
- General operating expenses unrelated to specific project activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec-based artists, collectives, or companies.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and alignment with program objectives.
- Evaluation considers the quality of the project and its relevance to emerging artist development.
- Applicants will receive a response by April 15 for March 1 deadlines, or by November 15 for October 1 deadlines.
- Successful applicants receive a funding agreement outlining terms and conditions.
- Recipients must submit final reports on project outcomes.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted in French.
- Funding is intended for emerging artists in the circus arts sector.
- Support is available for individual artists, collectives, or companies.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Première Ovation - Circus Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Première Ovation - Circus. 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 Première Ovation - Circus?
This program supports emerging circus artists with funding for training, mentorship, research, creation, production, specialized equipment, and promotional tools. The funding helps artists develop professional skills, create new works, acquire necessary materials, and promote their artistic practice in the professional market.
Who is eligible for the Première Ovation - Circus program?
To be eligible for the Première Ovation - Circus program, you must:
Emerging circus artist (individual, collective, or company)
Project aligns with program components
What expenses are eligible under Première Ovation - Circus?
Training and mentorship programs for professional development.
Research and creation projects (creative laboratories, residencies).
Production of circus shows, numbers, or urban performances ready for distribution.
Acquisition of specialized circus equipment and materials.
Development of promotional tools (demo videos, photos, websites).
Where is the Première Ovation - Circus available?
The Première Ovation - Circus program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Première Ovation - Circus a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Première Ovation - Circus is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Première Ovation - Circus?
Première Ovation - Circus is funded by Quebec City
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