Supporting Artistic Practice — Support Organizations
Last Update: July 22, 2025
Canada
Funding to support Canadian art practices
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- Up to 60% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : January 21, 2026
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Funds Providers
Canada Council for the Arts
Program status
Open
Closing Soon
Overview
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
1
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.
2
Check Guidelines and Eligibility
- Review the program guidelines and eligibility criteria carefully.
- Ensure your organization meets the necessary eligibility requirements.
3
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.
4
Contact Program Officer (if necessary)
Contact a Program Officer to confirm eligibility if your organization receives core support from another component.
5
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.
6
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.
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