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Théâtre – projets francophones
Funding for French-language theatre projects in Ontario
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
This Ontario Arts Council program supports French-language theatre projects in Ontario. It funds creation, development, production, and presentation activities up to $20,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation and artistic exploration of new theatre works.
- Writing, workshops, and early-stage development of dramatic projects.
- Laboratories, readings, presentations, and other development activities.
- Production and public presentation of a single theatre production.
- Co-production of a theatre work.
Documents Needed
- Project budget
- Responses to the application form questions
- Artistic sample or supporting documentation
- Biographical notes for the applicant and key collaborators
- Co-production agreement or signed letter of agreement, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Professional theatre artists living in Ontario.
- Non-profit ad hoc groups and theatre collectives with at least half of members living in Ontario.
- Non-profit organizations with a head office in Ontario that produce professional theatre.
Who is not eligible
- Colleges, universities, and municipalities.
- Organizations receiving certain operating grants from Francophone arts programs.
- Organizations receiving other operating grants that do not serve one or more OAC priority groups.
Eligible expenses
- Artistic, technical, administrative, production, and marketing/promotion costs for production projects.
- Child care or dependent care costs needed for project participation.
- Accessibility expenses for deaf or disabled audience members or participants.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fundraising activities.
- Capital expenses, including buildings and major equipment purchases.
- Activities or events outside Ontario.
- Community, pre-professional, or student productions.
- Previously staged productions, improvisation, and tours.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through Nova.
- Applicants are notified of results about four and a half months after the deadline.
- Successful applicants must complete the project and submit a final report in Nova.
- A funding recognition requirement applies to recipients.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted in French.
- The program is part of the Francophone arts programs in Ontario.
- Applicants will receive a result about four and a half months after the deadline.
- The online application form becomes available about two months before the deadline.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Théâtre – projets francophones Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Théâtre – projets francophones. 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.
What is the Théâtre – projets francophones?
This Ontario Arts Council program supports French-language theatre projects in Ontario. It funds creation, development, production, and presentation activities up to $20,000.
How much funding can be received?
Théâtre – projets francophones Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Théâtre – projets francophones program?
To be eligible for the Théâtre – projets francophones program, you must:
French-language applications only.
Project must be in Ontario.
Applicant must be eligible artist, group, or nonprofit.
What expenses are eligible under Théâtre – projets francophones?
Creation and artistic exploration of new theatre works.
Writing, workshops, and early-stage development of dramatic projects.
Laboratories, readings, presentations, and other development activities.
Production and public presentation of a single theatre production.
Co-production of a theatre work.
Who can I contact for more information about the Théâtre – projets francophones?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at nchorney@arts.on.ca or by phone at 416-969-7440.
Where is the Théâtre – projets francophones available?
The Théâtre – projets francophones program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Théâtre – projets francophones a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Théâtre – projets francophones is a Grant and Funding