You could get funding equal to 60% of your annual revenues if you’re an artist-run centre, own an art/literature magazine, or operate an agency or service organization that supports the development of a particular artistic practice.

Financing terms and conditions

Financial assistance covers up to 60% of your total annual revenues, averaged over the last 3 years.

Activities funded

Provision of targeted resources and opportunities for the development of specific artistic practices.
Delivery of services that support the growth of groups of artists or arts organizations.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 27,000

A mentorship program for emerging digital artists

$ 30,000

Funding for a visual arts training program for emerging artists

$ 24,000

Publishing an annual literary magazine focusing on Canadian poets

Eligibility

The applicant must be a registered or incorporated arts organization.
The organization must work with professional staff.
The organization must have at least 5 years of continuous activities and services supporting professional arts practice.
The organization must have had total revenues exceeding $50,000 in each of the last 3 years (with some exceptions considered).
The applicant must either currently receive core support from this grant component, or have received 1 composite grant or 3 project grants from the Canada Council in the last 5 years (excluding certain specified programs).

Who is eligible?

Support organizations and shared platforms in the arts sector
Artist-run centres
Magazines focused on arts and literature
Agencies and management service organizations serving the arts

Who is not eligible

Organizations applying for activities already funded by another Canada Council program.

Eligible expenses

Ongoing activities and services that provide targeted resources and opportunities for the development of artistic practices, artists, and arts organizations.

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Selection criteria

- The organization must presently receive core support from this component - If the organization is presently receiving core support from another component, the applicant must contact the Program Officer to confirm eligibility before applying - The organization must have received 1 composite grant or 3 Canada Council project grants in the last 5 years, excluding grants from specific components and programs - The organization must be a registered or incorporated arts organization - The organization must work with a professional staff - The organization must have at least 5 years of continuous activities and services supporting professional arts practice - The organization must have had total revenues exceeding $50,000 in each of the last 3 years (with exceptions considered)

How to apply

Account Creation and Profile Submission

Create an account on the funding body's portal.
Submit one or more profiles for validation at least 30 days before you wish to apply.

Check Guidelines and Eligibility

Review the program guidelines and eligibility criteria carefully.
Ensure your organization meets the necessary eligibility requirements.

Prepare Application

Prepare a detailed description of ongoing activities and services for which you are seeking support.
Include targeted resources and opportunities for the development of specific artistic practices or groups.

Contact Program Officer (if necessary)

Contact a Program Officer to confirm eligibility if your organization receives core support from another component.

Submit Application

Log into the portal and complete the application form with all required information.
Upload all necessary documents and review the application for completeness.
Submit the application through the portal by the specified deadline.

Confirmation of Submission

Receive confirmation of submission, including an application reference number.
Keep the confirmation for your records.

Additional information

Applicants must create and validate their profile on the online portal at least 30 days before applying.
The deadline for this grant is January 21, 2026, and results are communicated through a dedicated page.
Some exceptions to the minimum revenue requirement may be considered as outlined in the guidelines.
The program provides a glossary, guidelines, and appendices to assist applicants during the submission process.

Documents and links

Supporting Artistic Practice — Support Organizations

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Supporting Artistic Practice — Support Organizations Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Supporting Artistic Practice — Support Organizations. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

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To be eligible for the Supporting Artistic Practice — Support Organizations program, you must: The applicant must be a registered or incorporated arts organization. The organization must have at least 5 years of continuous professional arts activities and services. Eligible only if organization is a support organization, shared platform, artist-run centre, arts/literature magazine, or management agency.