Première Ovation - Literary Arts

• Project proposal or artistic outline
• Biography and artist profile
• Budget and funding breakdown
• Supporting letters or references
• French language application materials

• The applicant must be an emerging literary artist in Quebec.
• The project must align with one of the program's components (creation, training, distribution, production, mentoring, or residencies).
• Applicants must demonstrate professional development potential in literary arts.

Who is eligible?

• Emerging literary artists in Quebec
• Emerging writers and authors
• Literary collectives and producers
• Literary organizations supporting emerging talent

Who is not eligible

• Established literary artists beyond emerging status
• Non-literary projects or artists in other disciplines
• Organizations or individuals outside Quebec

Eligible expenses

• Writing project completion costs
• Training and professional development activities
• Translation and proofreading services
• Master class fees and honoraria
• Residency travel and accommodation costs
• Literary production and distribution expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Established authors not meeting emerging artist criteria
• Projects outside Quebec
• Traditional book publishing without innovation component
• Projects not aligned with the program's professionalization goals

Eligible geographic areas

• Quebec

• Quality and artistic merit of the project proposal
• Potential for professional development and career advancement
• Alignment with program objectives and target outcomes
• Feasibility and clarity of the implementation plan
• Contribution to the literary arts community in Quebec

• Step 1: Research Program Components
  • Review all available components (master classes, creation fund, training, distribution, production, mentoring, residencies).
  • Select the component that best fits your project.
• Step 2: Prepare Application
  • Develop project proposal and artistic outline.
  • Prepare required documents including biography and budget.
  • Ensure all materials are in French.
• Step 3: Submit Application
  • Submit application through the CALQ website or designated portal.
  • Apply by deadline (March 1 for May response, October 1 for December response).
• Step 4: Follow Up
  • Monitor application status.
  • Respond to any requests for additional information.

• Application review for eligibility verification
• Assessment against program objectives and criteria
• Notification of funding decision (May or December response)
• Funding agreement required upon approval
• Progress or final reporting may be required

• Applications must be submitted in French.
• Funding amounts vary by program component; consult the CALQ website for specific details.