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SCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program)
Funding for arts and culture projects in St. Catharines
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
St. Catharines, Centre-du-Québec, Ontario, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- St. Catharines
- Centre-du-Québec
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Arts creation and cultural activities.
- New artistic work.
- Community-engaged arts activities.
- Public arts programming.
Documents Needed
- Applicant Information and Authorization Form
- Supporting documents for the application
Official resources
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
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.
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.
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
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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)?
Arts creation and cultural activities.
New artistic work.
Community-engaged arts activities.
Public arts programming.
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.
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