Supporting Artistic Practice — Support Organizations
Canada
Funding to support Canadian art practices
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- grant_single|closingDateJanuary 21, 2026
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)
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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.
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You can apply for a contribution towards ongoing activities and services that: - Provide targeted resources and opportunities for the development of a particular artistic practice, group of artists and/or arts organizations
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$30,000
Toronto
Funding for a visual arts training program for emerging artists
$27,000
Vancouver
A mentorship program for emerging digital artists
$24,000
Montreal
Publishing an annual literary magazine focusing on Canadian poets
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To be eligible for the Support Organizations component of the Supporting Artistic Practice grant, organizations must meet the following criteria: 1. Presently receive core support from this component, or have received 1 composite grant or 3 Canada Council project grants in the last 5 years. 2. Be a registered or incorporated arts organization. 3. Work with a professional staff. 4. Have at least 5 years of continuous activities and services that support professional arts practice. 5. Have had total revenues exceeding $50,000 in each of the last 3 years (some exceptions may be considered).
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Types of eligible companies for this grant include support organizations, artist-run centers, magazines on arts and literature, and agencies and management service organizations.
- Support organizations
- Artist-run centers
- Magazines on arts and literature
- Agencies and management service organizations
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Eligible expenses for this grant include all expenses related to supporting the activities and services that enhance and develop artistic practices, artists, and arts organizations. Examples of eligible expenses may include artist fees, distribution rights, professional development, and resources for Canadian artists.
- Artist fees
- Distribution rights
- Professional development
- Resources for Canadian artists
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- 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)
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- Step 1: Register in the portal at least 30 days before applying
- Step 2: Speak with a Canada Council program officer before submitting an application for the first time
- Step 3: Provide a translation of your application into French or English if required
- Step 4: Prepare and submit the required information and support material
- Step 5: Complete the Grant Acceptance Form if your application is successful
- Step 6: Submit reports and required financial and statistical information as detailed in the result letter
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- To be eligible to apply, your organization must presently receive core support from the Support Organizations component. If your organization receives core support from another component, you need to confirm your eligibility with your Program Officer before applying. - Alternatively, to be eligible, your organization must have received 1 composite grant or 3 Canada Council project grants from the Canada Council in the last 5 years, excluding grants from specific components and programs. - Your organization must be a registered or incorporated arts organization and work with a professional staff. - You should have at least 5 years of continuous activities and services supporting professional arts practice. - Your organization must have had total revenues exceeding $50,000 in each of the last 3 years, with some exceptions potentially considered.
Apply to this program
Support Organizations Grant Summary
This grant program provides core funding to Canadian arts organizations that support and enhance Canadian artistic practices through targeted activities and services. Organizations can receive up to 60% of their total annual revenues averaged over the last 3 years to fund ongoing activities that strengthen artistic practices and support professional artists.
Detailed Explanation of Support Organizations Grant
The Support Organizations component of Supporting Artistic Practice aims to bolster Canadian art practice by providing financial support to organizations involved in various arts disciplines. This core grant program enables eligible organizations to receive funding based on their annual revenues, with a focus on supporting activities that enhance artistic practices and professional capacities for artists.
Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria, such as receiving core support from this component, having a history of continuous activities that support professional arts practice, and demonstrating financial stability with revenues exceeding $50,000 in each of the last 3 years. The grant assessment process includes criteria like relevance, impact, and resilience, emphasizing the importance of supporting diverse artistic communities and fostering gender parity.
Supported organizations are expected to provide detailed information about their context, ongoing activities, past and upcoming plans, commitment to diversity, financial health, and operational structure. They must also submit supporting materials such as samples of past activities, financial statements, and a deficit reduction plan if applicable.
Overall, the Support Organizations grant offers essential funding to arts organizations that play a crucial role in advancing Canadian artistic practices, promoting diversity, and supporting the professional development of artists across various disciplines.
