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Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support
Annual support for performing arts studies
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000 - $ 12,500
Timeline
- Closing date : March 11, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports performing arts studies for Canadian artists through annual scholarships. It funds nominations for classical music, vocal performance, contemporary dance, jazz, and dramatic performance.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,500 $
- Minimum amount : 4,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 11, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Higher Education
- Other Education
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Performing arts studies in recognized postsecondary programs.
- Advanced vocal performance study with a recognized teacher.
Documents Needed
- Updated 2026 guidelines review
- Nomination submission
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian postsecondary performing arts students.
- Canadian classical music, dance, jazz, and drama students.
- Vocal performance students studying worldwide with a recognized teacher.
Who is not eligible
- Artists applying on their own for this scholarship.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Worldwide for classical vocal performance studies
Processing and Agreement
- Nominations are reviewed after submission.
- Awards are then granted to selected students.
Additional information
- Programs are offered once a year.
- Applicants are encouraged to join the mailing list to avoid missing calls for nominations.
- Updated 2026 guidelines are available before submission.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support. 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 Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support?
This program supports performing arts studies for Canadian artists through annual scholarships. It funds nominations for classical music, vocal performance, contemporary dance, jazz, and dramatic performance.
How much funding can be received?
Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support Funds up to $12,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support program?
To be eligible for the Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support program, you must:
Canadian performing arts students.
Teacher nomination required.
Postsecondary enrolment.
What expenses are eligible under Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support?
Performing arts studies in recognized postsecondary programs.
Advanced vocal performance study with a recognized teacher.
Who can I contact for more information about the Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support?
You can contact La Fondation Hnatyshyn (RJHF) by email at director@rjhf.com.
Where is the Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support available?
The Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support program is available across Canada.
Is the Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Scholarships, awards, residencies, and artist support is a Grant and Funding