Open
Last Update: March 18, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
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
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Documents Needed
- Project description and proposal
- Artist or company profile
- Budget breakdown
- Artist's curriculum vitae
- Supporting materials (portfolio, samples)
Eligibility
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Première Ovation - Multi Arts Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Première Ovation - Multi Arts. 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 - Multi Arts?
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.
Who is eligible for the Première Ovation - Multi Arts program?
To be eligible for the Première Ovation - Multi Arts program, you must:
Emerging multidisciplinary artist, collective, or company.
Project in research, creation, production, distribution, or mentorship.
What expenses are eligible under Première Ovation - Multi Arts?
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.
Where is the Première Ovation - Multi Arts available?
The Première Ovation - Multi Arts program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Première Ovation - Multi Arts a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Première Ovation - Multi Arts is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Première Ovation - Multi Arts?
Première Ovation - Multi Arts is funded by Quebec City
