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Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations

Funding for Indigenous arts initiatives

Offered by
Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM)
Official source: artsmontreal.org

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Funding available
$ 15,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Indigenous collectives whose primary mandate is to create, produce and disseminate art works or provide support for these types of projects
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Overview

Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations provides up to $15,000 for First Nations, Inuit or Métis collectives and organizations located within 50 km of the Island of Montreal, including Kahnawà:ke and Kanehsatá:ke. It supports creation, production, dissemination, collaboration, professionalization, and the development of traditional and contemporary arts practices.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$15,000
Maximum share of project costs
100%
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop workforce skills

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Montreal
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Culture and Arts
Target groups
Indigenous peoples, Artists / creatives
Scope
Regional

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Indigenous Arts dates and results updated

The Indigenous Arts profile page now shows updated expiry dates, and the program results for Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations were updated with new ratification, recipient, and total-investment details.

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The Indigenous Arts profile page now shows updated program visibility and deadline information, including one expiry date changing from May 13, 2026 to October 2, 2026 and another program shown with an October 21, 2026 deadline. The Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations results section was also updated: results were ratified on June 15, 2026, 3 applications were accepted out of 6 submitted, and the total amount invested is now $45,000.

Official source: artsmontreal.org
July 7, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Indigenous collectives whose primary mandate is to create, produce and disseminate art works or provide support for these types of projects
  • Indigenous organizations whose primary mandate is to create, produce and disseminate art works or provide support for these types of projects

Who is not eligible

  • Indigenous collectives or organizations whose main mandate is not dedicated to artistic creation and production
  • Artists’ collectives incorporated as a for-profit or non-profit company, or as a general or limited partnership

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Project completed before receiving the Conseil’s decision, approximately six to eight weeks following the application deadline
  • Sound recording projects of a promotional nature, including albums, CDs and demos
  • Film or web film production projects
  • Projects that are essentially promotional, including video clips
  • Projects whose main focus is cultural mediation, national or international prospection, or capital projects or specialized equipment

Eligible geographic areas

  • Island of Montréal
  • Within 50 km of the Island of Montreal
  • Kahnawà:ke
  • Kanehsatá:ke

Activities funded

  • Creation, production or dissemination of art works
  • Advancement of traditional and contemporary arts practices
  • Professionalization of collectives and organizations
  • Presentation of artistic activities and production of arts events
  • Collaborative art projects, research and creation, artistic collaboration and guidance, and development of arts practices

Documents Needed

  • A list of links to excerpts or complete versions, depending on the discipline, of works, a portfolio or activities related to the application
  • If necessary, a personal appendix in a single PDF document comprising any supporting documents relevant to the application
  • Letters patent of the organization for first-time applicants or if changes have been made since the last application
  • The organization’s constitution and bylaws, if it is a first application or if changes have been made since the last application
  • Financial statements from the last fiscal year, if not already provided, signed by two members of the board of directors

Selection criteria

  • Artistic merit (60%): relevance of artistic process and practices, uniqueness and authenticity of the approach, and quality of previous work
  • Project impact (20%): strategies for reaching audiences, connection to Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, and expected benefits for artists, the public and partners
  • Project feasibility (20%): ability of the collective or organization to complete the project, presentation of the key steps involved, and realistic budget estimates

Processing and Agreement

  • The Cultural Advisor - Indigenous Arts receives and confirms the application’s eligibility.
  • The Indigenous peer evaluation committee evaluates the applications and makes its recommendation.
  • The Indigenous Arts Committee proposes the allocation of grant amounts and makes recommendations to the board of directors.
  • The board of directors makes the final decision and awards the funding.
  • The representative receives an email invitation to view the results on the ORORA platform; the grant amount is provided in one payment (100%) after the decision letter has been sent, and an end-of-project report must be submitted through ORORA within three (3) months of the end of the project.

Additional information

  • Only one application may be submitted per year.
  • First Nations and Indigenous organizations, as well as collectives whose coordinator is from an Indigenous community, can submit an application in English; the form questions remain in French.
  • The representative for the collective or organization receives an email invitation to view the results on the ORORA platform, and no decisions are communicated by phone.
  • The Conseil’s decisions are final and not subject to appeal.

Contacts

mylene.guay@montreal.ca
514-280-0552

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations Program

What is the Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations?

Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations provides up to $15,000 for First Nations, Inuit or Métis collectives and organizations located within 50 km of the Island of Montreal, including Kahnawà:ke and Kanehsatá:ke. It supports creation, production, dissemination, collaboration, professionalization, and the development of traditional and contemporary arts practices.

How much funding can be received?

Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations program?

To be eligible for the Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations program, you must: Indigenous collectives and organizations Primary mandate to create, produce, and disseminate artworks or support those projects Located within 50 km of the Island of Montreal, including Kahnawà:ke and Kanehsatá:ke

Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations?

You can contact Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM) by email at mylene.guay@montreal.ca or by phone at 514-280-0552.

Where is the Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations available?

The Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations?

Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations is funded by Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM)