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Last Update: May 20, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Town of Oakville supports qualified not-for-profit arts organizations through operating and project funding. This program helps support cultural activities and organizational initiatives in Oakville.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Oakville
- 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
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Nursing Homes
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Law and Legal Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Environment
- Animal Protection
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Political Organizations
- Grant-making Foundations
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
- International Activities
- Religious Congregations and Associations
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
- Unions
- Not Elsewhere Classified
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Operating activities for arts organizations
- Project activities for arts organizations
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit arts organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Oakville
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Cultural Grants Review Committee.
- The committee operates at arm’s length from the Town of Oakville.
- The process is administered by the Oakville Arts Council on behalf of the town.
Additional information
- The program is administered through the Oakville Arts Council on behalf of the Town of Oakville.
- Applications are reviewed by the Cultural Grants Review Committee.
- It includes both operating and project grants.
- The policy applies to grant, donation, loan, fee assistance, and in-kind support programs approved by Council.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Oakville — Community Grants Program
What is the Town of Oakville — Community Grants?
The Town of Oakville supports qualified not-for-profit arts organizations through operating and project funding. This program helps support cultural activities and organizational initiatives in Oakville.
Who is eligible for the Town of Oakville — Community Grants program?
To be eligible for the Town of Oakville — Community Grants program, you must:
Qualified not-for-profit arts organizations
Project or operating support
Aligned with town goals
What expenses are eligible under Town of Oakville — Community Grants?
Operating activities for arts organizations
Project activities for arts organizations
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Oakville — Community Grants?
You can contact Town of Oakville by email at service@oakville.ca or by phone at 905-845-6601.
Where is the Town of Oakville — Community Grants available?
The Town of Oakville — Community Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Town of Oakville — Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Oakville — Community Grants is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Town of Oakville — Community Grants?
Town of Oakville — Community Grants is funded by Town of Oakville