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St. Catharines Arts Awards
Recognizes local arts excellence and contributions
Latest source updateLast Update: June 12, 2026Latest change: The page now shows the full 2026 nominee list and bios instead of the nomination-closed notice and submission instructions.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 12, 2026
Latest change: The page now shows the full 2026 nominee list and bios instead of the nomination-closed notice and submission instructions.
2026 Arts Awards nominees now listed
The Arts Awards page now presents the full 2026 nominee list with bios and category sections, replacing the earlier nomination-closed notice and the public nomination/review instructions. The visible content still shows the award categories and the $500 recipient language, so the main change is to the application process and nominee-focused content rather than the funding terms. The page now makes the 2026 nominees visible for categories such as Arts in Education Award and Emerging Artist Award, with the nomination period already closed. No new dollar amounts or prize conditions were introduced in the visible content.
Funding available
$ 500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The St. Catharines Arts Awards recognize local arts achievements and contributions to the community. Categories include arts education, emerging artist, established artist, making a difference, and patron of the arts, with recipients receiving $500 and a personalized award.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- St. Catharines
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Brief nomination statement.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Businesses
- Organizations
- Artistic collectives
Who is not eligible
- Immediate family members of the nominee cannot nominate.
- Artists cannot self-nominate.
- Members of the jury and City of St. Catharines staff cannot nominate.
Eligible geographic areas
- St. Catharines
Selection criteria
- Artistic excellence.
- Career stage and development.
- Impact on St. Catharines arts and culture.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare nomination
- Write a brief statement explaining why the person, collective, or organization should be nominated.
- Step 2: Submit nomination
- Send the nomination in the selected award category.
- Step 3: Nominee review
- The nominee reviews the submitted information and may expand on their contributions and experience.
- Step 4: Jury selection
- The jury reviews the nominations and selects the recipients.
Processing and Agreement
- Nomination submissions are reviewed after they are received.
- Nominees can review the nomination information and add context about their contributions.
- A jury evaluates the nominations and selects the recipients.
- Selection is audited to support a fair and transparent process.
Additional information
- Nominees will be able to review the information included in their nomination.
- Nominator details may be shared with nominees.
- A jury of arts community leaders selects the recipients.
- A member of the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee audits the jury session.
Frequently Asked Questions about the St. Catharines Arts Awards Program
What is the St. Catharines Arts Awards?
The St. Catharines Arts Awards recognize local arts achievements and contributions to the community. Categories include arts education, emerging artist, established artist, making a difference, and patron of the arts, with recipients receiving $500 and a personalized award.
How much funding can be received?
St. Catharines Arts Awards Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the St. Catharines Arts Awards program?
To be eligible for the St. Catharines Arts Awards program, you must:
Nominee must be connected to St. Catharines.
Nominee must meet category criteria.
Nominator must be 18 or older.
Where is the St. Catharines Arts Awards available?
The St. Catharines Arts Awards program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the St. Catharines Arts Awards a grant, loan, or tax credit?
St. Catharines Arts Awards is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the St. Catharines Arts Awards?
St. Catharines Arts Awards is funded by City of St. Catharines