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Première Ovation - Dance
Last Update: March 18, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Quebec City grant supporting emerging dance artists
Grant and Funding
Overview
Première Ovation - Dance is a Quebec City grant program supporting emerging artists in dance through creation, choreographic commissioning, production, and employment opportunities. The program funds original dance projects including creation, commissioning works from established choreographers, producing and disseminating shows, and hiring emerging artists.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Capitale-Nationale
- 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
- Municipal
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Creation of original dance projects.
- Choreographic commissioning from established professional choreographers.
- Production and dissemination of dance shows.
- Revival of existing works.
- Hiring emerging artists (dancers, apprentices, choreographers, understudies).
Examples of admissible projects:
Investing in advanced costumes and lighting for dance performances
Documents Needed
- Project proposal describing the original creation or production.
- Budget details for the project.
- Proof of public presentation or confirmed presentation dates.
- Artist or company identification documents.
- Letter of agreement for choreographic commissioning projects.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be an emerging artist, collective, or dance company.
- Project must include at least one public presentation.
- Projects leading to professional context presentations may be prioritized.
- Choreographic commissioning requires agreement with established professional choreographer.
Who is eligible?
- Emerging dance artists (individuals).
- Artist collectives and dance companies.
- Independent choreographers no longer eligible for Première Ovation.
- Professional schools recognized by the City of Quebec.
Who is not eligible
- Established professional artists beyond emerging status.
- Organizations outside Quebec.
- Non-dance related projects or artists.
Eligible expenses
- Creation and development of original dance works.
- Production costs for shows and performances.
- Choreographer fees for commissioned works.
- Artist salaries and employment costs.
- Dissemination and presentation costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects without public presentation component.
- Non-emerging artists or established professionals beyond eligibility.
- Projects without connection to Quebec or professional context.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies and artists based in Quebec.
- Projects connected to Quebec City and surrounding region.
- Professional dance organizations recognized by the City of Quebec.
Selection criteria
- Quality and originality of the project proposal.
- Potential for professional context presentation.
- Alignment with professional integration objectives.
- Feasibility of project implementation.
- Artist or company's capacity to execute the project.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare Application
- Complete the application form in French.
- Draft detailed project proposal including objectives and timeline.
- Prepare budget with cost estimates.
- Step 2: Gather Supporting Documents
- Collect artist identification and portfolio materials.
- Obtain confirmation of public presentation if available.
- For commissioning: secure letter of agreement with choreographer.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Submit completed application through the funding portal before deadline.
- Ensure all documents are in French as required.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and program alignment.
- Evaluation considers project quality, professional context, and integration objectives.
- Applicants are notified of decision by April 15 or November 15.
- Funding agreement required before disbursement.
- Progress reports may be required for funded projects.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted in French.
- Projects must include at least one public presentation.
- Priority is given to projects with confirmed presentations in a professional context.
