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Supporting Artistic Practice — Literary Publishing Projects
Canada
Money to support publishing Canadian literature
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|closingDateMay 1, 2024
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
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If you’re a Canadian literary book or creative writing magazine publisher, you could get up to $30,000 for activities that develop and promote Canadian literary writers through the publishing process.
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This grant facilitates financial support specifically designed for the publication of Canadian literary works. It offers a comprehensive framework for utilizing the funding provided, ensuring that resources are directed towards eligible project costs.
- Grants of up to $30,000 are available to support eligible publishing activities.
- Funding can be used for direct costs associated with the publication of up to 6 eligible literary works.
- Eligible expenses include direct costs for publishing up to 1 year of magazine issues.
- Grant funds cannot be applied to activities that are funded by another Canada Council program or are listed as ineligible activities.
- Applicants may receive less than the full amount requested, based on the assessment of their application.
- A final report is required, due three months after project completion, to ensure compliance with funding terms.
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The grant supports activities that enhance the visibility and development of Canadian literary writers through the publishing process. Eligible projects focus on the publication of literary works and ensuring diversity and professional standards in publishing.
- Publication of eligible literary books authored by Canadian writers.
- Publication of creative writing magazines featuring Canadian writers.
- Implementation of marketing, promotion, and distribution strategies for published literary works.
- Development of professional conditions and support structures for Canadian literary writers.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 20,000
Launching a new series of workshops for emerging Canadian literary writers
$ 28,000
Developing a new bilingual literary magazine for Canadian poets
$ 25,000
Publishing an anthology of Canadian Indigenous poems
$ 30,000
Organizing a cross-country book tour for Canadian authors starting
$ 25,000
Digitalizing archives for a literary journal
$ 25,000
Creating a mentorship program for Canadian fiction writers
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the type of organization, past publications, and financial practices.
- The applicant must be a Canadian publisher of literary books or creative writing magazines.
- The applicant must have a validated profile created in the portal.
- The organization must not currently receive core (operating) grants from the Canada Council.
- Book publishers must have published at least one eligible literary title in the year preceding the application.
- Creative writing magazines must have published at least two print issues in the year preceding the application or maintained a publishing program for at least 12 months for electronic magazines before the deadline.
- The organization must pay fees or royalties according to standards of the arts practice and must have fulfilled all contractual obligations related to copyright payments as of the application deadline.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
This grant is specifically aimed at Canadian publishers who are devoted to developing and promoting literary works by Canadian authors.
- Canadian literary book publishers.
- Canadian creative writing magazine publishers.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
This grant excludes certain types of companies and organizations based on their funding status and activity history. It ensures alignment with the grant's objectives to support Canadian literary publishing.
- Organizations presently receiving core (operating) grants from the Canada Council.
- Publishers that have not fulfilled all contractual obligations related to copyright payments by the application deadline.
- Companies that do not pay fees or royalties according to standards of the arts practice.
- Book publishers that have not published at least 1 eligible literary title in the year preceding the application.
- Creative writing magazines that have not published the required number of print or electronic issues in the year preceding the application.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The grant covers specific direct costs related to the publication of eligible literary works and magazines.
- Direct costs for publishing up to 6 eligible literary works.
- Direct costs for publishing up to 1 year of magazine issues.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
The grant does not specify any geographical restrictions for eligibility; it is open to Canadian publishers of literary books and magazines. No particular location within Canada is excluded from applying.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria, with a minimum score required in each category to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.
- Relevance: 50% (minimum score of 35 out of 50)
- The literary merit of your proposed publishing projects
- The rationale for the proposed publication(s)
- The professional conditions and support provided to Canadian writers
- The quality of design and production related to the proposed project
- Impact: 30% (minimum score of 15 out of 30)
- Your contribution to Canadian literature and the advancement of literary practice
- A commitment to reflecting – through your editorial choices – a diversity of writers, particularly with regards to the inclusion of Aboriginal Peoples, culturally diverse groups, people who are Deaf or have disabilities, and official language minority communities
- The quality of your marketing, promotion and distribution strategies related to the project
- Feasibility: 20% (minimum score of 10 out of 20)
- Your experience and organizational capacity to undertake the project
- A reasonable budget, including other revenue sources and efficient use of resources
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Register on the Portal
- Create an account on the grant provider's portal.
- Submit the organization's profile for validation at least 30 days before the application date.
- Step 2: Check Eligibility
- Ensure the organization meets all eligibility criteria, such as the publication of eligible literary works.
- Speak with a Canada Council program officer at least 2 weeks before the application deadline if applying for the first time.
- Step 3: Prepare Application
- Draft the project proposal describing the literary publications and rationale.
- Plan marketing, promotion, and distribution strategies for the proposed projects.
- Describe professional conditions provided for writers, detailing fees and royalties.
- Demonstrate past experience relevant to the proposed project.
- If applicable, describe handling of Indigenous traditional knowledge or cultural content.
- Step 4: Complete Required Documents
- Prepare a budget document reflecting the requested grant amount.
- Book publishers: Complete the List of Eligible Titles document; Magazine publishers: Complete the List of Issues and Writers document.
- For book publishers, provide a blank sample contract with writers; for magazine publishers, provide a fee schedule and a sample contract.
- Gather and prepare all necessary support materials, such as PDF copies or hyperlink documents of published works.
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Log into the portal and upload the application along with all required documents.
- Ensure that all information is complete and accurate before submission.
- Step 6: Confirmation of Submission
- Receive confirmation of successful submission, which may include an application number.
- Keep this confirmation for future reference.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- You must register in the portal at least 30 days before the deadline to apply.
- Organizations receiving core (operating) grants are not eligible to apply.
- If your application is successful, you must complete the Grant Acceptance Form to receive payment.
- A final report will be due three months after project completion.
- Contact a Canada Council program officer at least two weeks prior to the deadline if applying for the first time.
- Use simple text formatting when preparing your application outside of the portal to ensure compatibility.
