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Première Ovation - Multi Arts
Last Update: March 18, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Quebec bursary for emerging multidisciplinary artists
Grant and Funding
Overview
This Quebec bursary program supports emerging multidisciplinary artists in research, creation, production, distribution, and mentorship projects. The program funding varies; please consult the funder website for specific amounts. Applications are accepted annually in March and October.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Research and experimental development
Conduct research
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 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
- Local
Activities funded
- Research, creation, and production of multidisciplinary works.
- Distribution of multidisciplinary works in professional settings.
- Development of distribution activity programs.
- Mentorship projects with experienced arts professionals.
Examples of admissible projects:
Enhancing multimedia production capabilities with new equipment and training
Documents Needed
- Project description and proposal
- Artist or company profile
- Budget breakdown
- Artist's curriculum vitae
- Supporting materials (portfolio, samples)
Eligibility
- Applicant must be an emerging artist, collective, or company in multidisciplinary arts.
- Project must involve research, creation, production, distribution, or mentorship activities.
- Project must be multidisciplinary in nature.
- Artist or project must demonstrate professional potential.
Who is eligible?
- Emerging individual artists in multidisciplinary arts.
- Artist collectives and groups.
- Arts companies and organizations.
- Multi arts professionals seeking mentorship.
Who is not eligible
- Established artists beyond emerging career stage.
- Non-arts projects or disciplines.
- Projects without multidisciplinary component.
Eligible expenses
- Research and development costs for multidisciplinary works.
- Production expenses for creating artistic works.
- Distribution and promotion activities for professional presentations.
- Mentor fees and professional development costs.
- Material and equipment costs directly related to the project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects outside multidisciplinary arts.
- Established artists beyond emerging career stage.
- Non-professional or hobby-level projects.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec-based artists, collectives, and companies.
Selection criteria
- Quality and originality of the artistic project.
- Artist's professional development potential.
- Feasibility and clarity of the project plan.
- Relevance to multidisciplinary arts sector.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare Application
- Complete project proposal in French.
- Gather supporting documents and portfolio.
- Prepare detailed budget.
- Step 2: Submit Application
- Apply through the funding portal before deadline.
- Ensure all documents are in French.
- Step 3: Application Review
- Wait for evaluation and notification.
- Step 4: Funding Agreement
- Sign agreement if selected.
- Begin project implementation.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications reviewed for eligibility and artistic merit.
- Evaluation based on project quality and potential impact.
- Notification sent approximately 6-8 weeks after deadline.
- Successful applicants receive funding agreement.
- Reporting required on project completion.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted in French.
- This program is part of the Première Ovation funding suite for emerging artists.
- Eligible as individual artist, collective, or company.
- Responses sent at the beginning of May and December.
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