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SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program)

Funding for arts and culture projects in St. Catharines

Offered by
City of St. Catharines
Official source: stcatharines.ca

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Arts organizations
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Overview

SCCIP Development Programs supports arts and culture initiatives in St. Catharines. It funds arts creation, community-engaged activities, new artistic work, and small equipment or capital costs tied to the program’s priorities.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location
  • St. Catharines
  • Centre-du-Québec
  • Ontario, Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Youth (<40)
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Culture and Arts
Target groups
General public, Artists / creatives, Nonprofits / charities, Community leaders
Revenue structures
Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
Local

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

SCCIP Development Programs content updated

The page now shows the SCCIP Development Programs overview, including eligibility, evaluation criteria, application steps, and final report requirements.

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The page now presents the SCCIP Development Programs content for arts organizations, artist ad hoc groups, non-profits, and individuals, with full eligibility rules and evaluation criteria for the Arts Development and Culture Builds Community programs. It also shows the application process, required supporting documents, final report requirements, and contact details for Cultural Services at culture@stcatharines.ca and 905.323.7638. The visible guidance includes a fall 2026 application link once applications open, closed program notices for the current cycle, and funding guidance that first-time non-registered applicants may receive up to $3,000 under the Culture Builds Community Program. Final reports now note that 10 per cent of funds may be withheld at approval if reports are not submitted within one year of project completion.

Official source: stcatharines.ca
June 14, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Arts organizations
  • Artist ad hoc groups and collectives
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Individuals creating new work or leading community-engaged arts activities

Eligible expenses

  • Equipment and small capital costs.
  • Costs for creating new work or community-engaged arts activities.

Eligible geographic areas

  • St. Catharines

Activities funded

  • Arts creation and cultural activities.
  • New artistic work.
  • Community-engaged arts activities.
  • Public arts programming.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Contact staff
    • Reach out to Cultural Services staff to review program details and eligibility.
  • Step 2: Prepare documents
    • Complete the required forms and gather supporting documents.
    • Prepare any additional project materials that apply to your organization.
  • Step 3: Submit online
    • Use the online application to answer all questions.
    • Upload the required supporting documents.
    • Review the terms of funding before submitting.
  • Step 4: Final reporting
    • If funded, submit the required final report and supporting financial information.

Documents Needed

  • Applicant Information and Authorization Form
  • Supporting documents for the application

Selection criteria

  • Project quality, feasibility, and clear goals.
  • Artistic or cultural merit and innovation.
  • Community impact, collaboration, and public engagement.
  • Organizational competence and project leadership.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after submission by Cultural Services staff.
  • Applicants must review the terms of funding in the online application.
  • Successful applicants must submit a final report after the project is completed.
  • Failure to submit required reports can affect future eligibility.

Additional information

  • Before applying, applicants must contact Cultural Services staff.
  • Successful applicants must submit a final report.
  • Grant recipients must keep receipts for funded expenditures.
  • Repeat applicants must show organizational growth or innovation.

Contacts

culture@stcatharines.ca
905.323.7638

Official sources

stcatharines.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program) Program

What is the SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program)?

SCCIP Development Programs supports arts and culture initiatives in St. Catharines. It funds arts creation, community-engaged activities, new artistic work, and small equipment or capital costs tied to the program’s priorities.

Who is eligible for the SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program) program?

To be eligible for the SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program) program, you must: Active in St. Catharines Open to the public Repeat applicants show growth

What expenses are eligible under SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program)?

Equipment and small capital costs. Costs for creating new work or community-engaged arts activities.

Who can I contact for more information about the SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program)?

You can contact City of St. Catharines by email at culture@stcatharines.ca or by phone at 905.323.7638.

Where is the SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program) available?

The SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program) program is available Centre-du-Québec, Ontario, Quebec.

Is the SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program) is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program)?

SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program) is funded by City of St. Catharines