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Strategic Funds and Initiatives — Market Access Strategy
Canada
Funds for official-language minority community artists
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- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
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grant_card_status|open
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Get a grant of up to $60,000 for activities that directly support a market access and development strategy if you are an artist, group or arts organization who identifies as belonging to an official language minority community (OLMC) where that language i
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This grant provides financial support to enhance market access and development for Official Language Minority Community (OLMC) artists and organizations. It offers funding for various activities while prioritizing accountability and effective use of resources.
- The grant amount can reach up to $60,000 for eligible projects.
- There are no limits to the number of times an applicant can apply for this fund, ensuring ongoing support for diverse initiatives.
- Direct costs related to eligible activities are covered, supporting the access to and development of new markets.
- A grant payment requires the completion of the Grant Acceptance Form and subsequent financial reporting.
- A final project report must be submitted within three months of project completion, ensuring project accountability and transparency.
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This fund supports activities that enhance market accessibility and foster development for artists and organizations within Official Language Minority Communities. Eligible projects focus on market research, cultural presence, and capacity-building.
- Conducting market research to gather data and analyze target markets.
- Participation in cultural trade fairs and showcases, including travel and touring activities.
- Engaging in professional development opportunities such as residencies and exchanges focused on market access.
- Creating workshops or online tools to build capacity for market engagement.
- Utilizing sub- and sur-titling services for performing and media arts.
- Translating promotional materials to enhance visibility in new markets.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 30,000
Translation of promotional materials for a visual arts exhibition
$ 40,000
Subtitling of short films for a Francophone film festival
$ 50,000
Participation in a cultural trade fair to promote Franco-Canadian music
$ 45,000
Development of online workshops for market access by a Franco-Ontarian artist cooperative
$ 55,000
Professional development through a residency at Les Grands Ballets Canadiens
$ 60,000
Conduct market research to expand sales of bilingual theatre productions
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Eligibility for this grant requires applicants to meet certain criteria related to their identity and previous registration.
- The applicant must self-identify in the portal as belonging to an Official Language Minority Community (OLMC).
- The applicant must be eligible for Canada Council programs.
- The eligibility to apply is determined by the validated profile created in the portal.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
The Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund is specifically designed for Canadian professional artists, arts professionals, artistic groups, and arts organizations who self-identify as belonging to an OLMC. This includes individuals or entities whose maternal or chosen official language is not the majority language in their province or territory, such as Anglophones in Quebec and Francophones outside of Quebec. Applicants must self-identify in the Canada Council's portal as an OLMC and be eligible for Canada Council programs to qualify for this funding.
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While the grant is aimed at supporting eligible applicants within Official Language Minority Communities (OLMCs), certain types of companies or industries may not qualify. This focus ensures that assistance targets those aligning with the overall objectives of the Market Access Strategy.
- Companies that do not identify as part of an Official Language Minority Community as outlined by the grant.
- Organizations that have already received funding for similar activities in the same markets.
- Entities whose activities began before the project start date and are seeking retroactive funding.
- Applicants who are seeking funding for recurring activities rather than unique, strategic market access initiatives.
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The grant covers direct costs related to the activities that support a market access and development strategy.
- Market research, including data collection, market analysis, and plan development.
- Participation expenses at cultural trade fairs, showcases, and touring.
- Professional development such as residencies and exchanges emphasizing market access.
- Capacity-building services like the development of workshops or online tools for market access.
- Sub- and sur-titling for performing and media arts.
- Translation of promotional materials.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is open to individuals and groups identifying as belonging to Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) within Canada. It is intended to enhance market access for these communities through strategic initiatives.
- Anglophones residing in Quebec.
- Francophones residing outside of Quebec in Canada.
grant_single_labels|criteria
The evaluation and selection of projects for the Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund are based on specific criteria with allocated point scores to ensure alignment with the fund’s objectives.
- Relevance: 40% - The rationale for your strategy or project, including the context of your work as an OLMC artist, arts professional, arts group, or arts organization (minimum 25 out of 40 points).
- Impact: 40% - The potential of the strategy or project to increase access of professional artists and arts organizations from OLMCs to markets and publics (minimum 25 out of 40 points).
- Feasibility: 20% - The capacity and experience you and your partners have to undertake the project, and a reasonable budget (minimum 10 out of 20 points).
grant_single_labels|register
Below are the steps to apply for the Market Access Strategy for OLMC Fund:
- Step 1: Preliminary Registration (Account Creation)
- Create an account on the Canada Council for the Arts portal.
- Submit profile(s) for validation, ensuring you self-identify as belonging to an OLMC at least 30 days prior to application submission.
- Step 2: Prepare Application (Documentation)
- Draft a comprehensive project proposal covering strategy, context, and detailed activities.
- Detail past experience, key objectives, expected outcomes, and market rationale.
- Assemble a budget that aligns with the grant's requirements.
- Attach samples of past work and applicable support materials.
- Include information about partners involved, if applicable.
- Step 3: Secure Required Materials (Supporting Documents)
- Gather executive summaries or recommendations from relevant reports, if any.
- Ensure all required documentation such as timelines and objectives are completed.
- Step 4: Submit Application (Portal Submission)
- Access the portal to upload all necessary documents and fill out the application form.
- Ensure the application is reviewed for completeness and accuracy before submission.
- Step 5: Confirm Submission (Acknowledgment)
- Receive and retain a confirmation email indicating that your application has been successfully submitted.
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Here is additional relevant information for this grant:
- Successful applicants must submit a final report three months after project completion, detailing the outcomes and impacts of the funded activities.
- To receive grant funding, applicants will be required to complete a Grant Acceptance Form as a preliminary step.
