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Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs
Operating support for major local agricultural fairs
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : November 20, 2025
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides operating funding (maximum amount not specified) to support major local agricultural fairs. It funds annual or three-year operating support for fairs that attract broad audiences and celebrate rural community life through their operations, community engagement, and event schedule.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : November 20, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
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
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Annual operating activities for large-scale local agricultural fairs
- Three-year operating activities to support ongoing fair operations
- Community-engagement and event programming that celebrates local rural character
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Large-scale local agricultural fairs
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Ottawa
- Algonquin First Nation of Pikwakanagan
- Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation
Additional information
- Two funding categories are offered: annual operating funding and three-year operating funding.
- The program aims to build capacity and long-term sustainability for local fairs.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs. 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 Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs?
This program provides operating funding (maximum amount not specified) to support major local agricultural fairs. It funds annual or three-year operating support for fairs that attract broad audiences and celebrate rural community life through their operations, community engagement, and event schedule.
Who is eligible for the Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs program?
To be eligible for the Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs program, you must:
Large-scale local agricultural fair
Celebrates rural community character
Strong community engagement
What expenses are eligible under Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs?
Annual operating activities for large-scale local agricultural fairs
Three-year operating activities to support ongoing fair operations
Community-engagement and event programming that celebrates local rural character
Where is the Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs available?
The Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs?
Programs for major arts, cultural festivals and agricultural fairs – Program for fairs is funded by City of Ottawa
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