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Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces

Support for creative spaces access projects

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

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Funding available
$ 15,000
Up to 90% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Incorporated non-profit organizations
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Overview

This program supports start-up projects that improve access to affordable, long-term creative spaces on the Island of Montreal. Eligible projects may include a creative space or ecosystem support initiatives such as partnerships or new services, with funding of up to $15,000.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$15,000
Maximum share of project costs
90%
Financing goals
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Start a business

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Culture and Arts

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Deadline extended for Creative Spaces project support

The application deadline has moved to June 25, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., and the project completion cutoff is now September 9, 2026.

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The Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces now lists an application deadline of June 25, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. instead of March 31, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. The project completion cutoff is also now September 9, 2026 instead of September 9, 2025, extending the allowable project period for this intake.

Official source: artsmontreal.org
July 7, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Incorporated non-profit organizations
  • Artist cooperatives that do not pay dividends

Who is not eligible

  • General or limited partnerships
  • Public or para-public organizations representing governments or municipalities
  • Organizations dedicated to teaching, education, or professional training
  • Organizations that failed to submit required final reports
  • Projects already completed before the decision date

Eligible expenses

  • External consulting mandates, including legal, renovation, business plan, vision, and strategy support
  • Internal coordination costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Renovation costs
  • Equipment purchases
  • Acquisitions
  • Projects completed before the Conseil’s decision
  • Everyday creative space operations

Eligible geographic areas

  • Island of Montreal

Activities funded

  • Development of a business model for creative space access
  • Creation of partnerships
  • Change in scale or resource-pooling initiatives
  • Innovative projects or new services supporting the ecosystem
  • Preparation of a guide related to creative spaces

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare the application
    • Complete the ORORA form with a detailed project description.
    • Prepare the required supporting documents and budget information.
    • Ensure the organization profile is complete and up to date on ORORA.
  • Step 2: Submit through ORORA
    • Log in to the ORORA online portal.
    • Upload the application and supporting documents.
    • Submit the application in French, unless the applicant is an Indigenous organization applying in English.
  • Step 3: Await the decision
    • The Conseil reviews the application after submission.
    • The decision is communicated after September 9, 2026.

Documents Needed

  • ORORA application form with project description
  • Itemized project budget
  • Executive summary in PDF
  • Letter of support from partners
  • Any other useful supporting document in PDF

Selection criteria

  • Feasibility of the project and realistic budget forecasts
  • Professionalism of the project team
  • Impact on the Montreal arts community and access to creative spaces

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the Conseil with the help of an evaluation committee.
  • Projects are assessed on merit and available budgets.
  • The decision is communicated after September 9, 2026.
  • Applicants are notified by email through the ORORA platform.
  • The Conseil’s decisions are final and not subject to appeal.

Additional information

  • Applications must be submitted in French.
  • Only Indigenous organizations may apply in English.
  • The Conseil’s decision is announced after September 9, 2026.
  • The program is a one-time, non-recurring grant.

Contacts

melanie.courtois.ext@montreal.ca
514-280-2564

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces Program

What is the Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces?

This program supports start-up projects that improve access to affordable, long-term creative spaces on the Island of Montreal. Eligible projects may include a creative space or ecosystem support initiatives such as partnerships or new services, with funding of up to $15,000.

How much funding can be received?

Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces program?

To be eligible for the Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces program, you must: Non-profit organization or artist cooperative Headquartered on the Island of Montreal Project in pre-startup or startup phase

What expenses are eligible under Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces?

External consulting mandates, including legal, renovation, business plan, vision, and strategy support Internal coordination costs

Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces?

You can contact Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM) by email at melanie.courtois.ext@montreal.ca or by phone at 514-280-2564.

Where is the Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces available?

The Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Support for Projects Facilitating Access to Creative Spaces is a Grant and Funding