Grants
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Research and Exploration
Assistance for research and experimentation activities that contribute to innovation in art or the development of new projects.
Deadline: At least four weeks before the project start date for the project to be eligible.
Grant amount: $25,000
Creation
Assistance for the creation of works and projects to help develop an artistic practice.
Deadline: At least four weeks before the project start date for the project to be eligible.
Grant amount: $50,000
Travel
Support for professional artists and curators to travel within Québec, within Canada and internationally to accept invitations that will contribute to their career development.
Deadline: At least four weeks before the project start date for the project to be eligible.
Grant amount: OPEN
Circulation of Works within Quebec
Assistance for the circulation of works, shows, or exhibitions within Québec.
Deadline: At least four weeks before the project start date for the project to be eligible. The start date for the project is the date of the first presentation activity, not including travel.
Grant amount: 75% of the total cost of the project.
Circulation of Works outside Quebec
Assistance for the circulation of works, shows, or exhibitions in Canada or around the world.
Deadline: At least four weeks before the project start date for the project to be eligible. The start date for the project is the date of the first presentation activity, not including travel.
Grant amount: 75% of the total cost of the project.
Publication and Critical Documentation
Assistance in developing critical works promoting the advancement and sharing of knowledge about art.
Deadline: At least four weeks before the project start date for the project to be eligible.
Grant amount: $20,000
Professional Development
Support for professional development activities to promote the development of an artistic practice and career management through the acquisition of knowledge and specialized skills.
Deadline: At least four weeks before the project start date for the project to be eligible.
Grant Amount: $15,000
Strategic Opportunities and Career Planning
Aid for atypical projects decisive for career planning and development and for the exploitation of the work. These projects may include a number of activities and take place over a long period.
Deadline: You can submit your application at any time before the start of your project to make it eligible.
Grant Amount: $100,000 per year.
May 2025 is just around the corner!
With it comes a fresh wave of grant opportunities for organizations and individuals alike.
Whether you're a non-profit striving to make a difference or an artist pursuing your creative vision, securing funding is crucial to your success.
Book a FREE consultation with us for your grant writing needs.
Alberta Foundation for the Arts
The Artists and Education funding supports Alberta schools by subsidizing fees of professional Alberta artists of any artistic discipline that provide interactive arts residency projects for grades K-12.
Deadline: May 1st, 2025
Grant amount: OPEN
Arts NB
The Artist in Residence Program is intended for individual artists to participate in residencies and New Brunswick organizations to host professional artists, and enable them to pursue specific projects relating to their creative work.
Deadline: May 1st, 2025
Grant amount: $10,000
Arts NB
The Career Development program is designed to recognize and encourage arts professionals who have demonstrated exceptional artistic talent and potential, and who are pursuing a career in the arts.
Deadline: May 1st, 2025
Grant amount: $3,000
SK Arts
The Micro-Grant Program provides support to professional artists and arts organizations to achieve outcomes that respond to emergent needs, create access for first-time and underserved applicants, contribute to professional practice and development, and advance the professional arts and artistic practices in Saskatchewan.
Deadline: May 1st, 2025
Grant amount: $1,000-$2,000
SK Arts
The Prince Edward Arts Scholarship provides funding to students who are Saskatchewan residents and who have been accepted or have applied to study or train in arts programs at accredited post-secondary institutions or recognized arts training institutions.
Deadline: May 1st, 2025
Grant amount: $1,000-$2,500
SK Arts
The Building Arts Equity: BPOC Program seeks to increase accessibility and connections to arts and cultural resources by people of colour, specifically African, Black, Asian, Latin American, Caribbean, and Middle Eastern descent
Deadline: May 15th, 2025
Grant amount: $5,000
Ontario Arts Council
The Visual Artists Creation projects supports professional Ontario based visual artists to create new work. The program aims to reflect the range of artistic practices in the visual arts, and to support excellence, regional activity, diverse artists and communities.
Deadline: May 1st, 2025
Grant amount: $5,000-$15,000
Ontario Arts Council
The Music Recording projects supports the recording of music by Ontario-based musicians including composers, songwriters and beat producers. The program has two categories: Demo/EP recordings and Full-length album
Deadline: May 22nd, 2025
Grant amount: $4,000-$10,000
Manitoba Arts Council
The Travel/Professional Development program supports professional artists and arts/cultural professionals in all disciplines for activities related to the development of their practice or careers.
Deadline: May 1st, 2025
Grant amount: $1,000
Manitoba Arts Council
The Support Strengthen program supports projects aimed at strengthening arts and cultural organizations. Organizations with annual revenues greater than $1 million are ineligible to apply
Deadline: May 10th, 2025
Grant amount: $5,000
Manitoba Arts Council
Support – Community Impact is an annual grant that supports community arts/cultural organizations in delivering impactful programming.
Deadline: May 15th, 2025
Grant amount: 50% of your organization’s annual revenues or $15,000, whichever is less.
Manitoba Arts Council
Share - Artists in Communities grants support arts-related activities for underserved applicants and/or communities that face barriers to accessing artistic opportunities.
Deadline: May 15th, 2025
Grant amount: $1,000-$15,000
April showers bring May flowers...and grant opportunities!
Time is running out! Don't miss your chance to apply for these April grants!
The application window is open only until April 30th (applications open April 14th). This could be your opportunity to secure funding for that vital project you've been working on.
Book a FREE consultation with us for your grant writing needs.
Prince Edward Island
The mandate of the PEI Arts Grants is to support, assist and encourage the arts community in the province. Funding is available to professional Prince Edward Island based artists through a peer-assessed grant application process.
Deadline: April 14th, 2025
Grant amount: $5,000-$8,000
BC Arts Council
Arts Circulation and Touring (Individuals and Organizations) supports eligible arts and curatorial collectives, individuals and arts and culture organizations with circulation and touring activities both within British Columbia and outside of the province. Grants are intended to enhance professional and artistic opportunities and exposure of B.C. artists and collectives regionally, nationally, and internationally.
Deadline: April 16th, 2025
Grant amount: $25,000
BC Arts Council
The Scholarship Program supports education and training of B.C.’s future generation of artists, arts administrators, and arts and cultural practitioners. B.C. residents enrolled in full-time post-secondary art programs or high school half-day pre-professional dance programs are welcome to apply.
Deadline: April 30th, 2025
Grant amount: $3,000-$6,000
Canada Council
The Small-Scale Activities component of Creating, Knowing and Sharing funds activities that will advance your artistic career or practice. This may include acquiring materials for artistic production, engaging in career or artistic development activities or benefitting from specific expertise, advice or training from a professional artist or cultural carrier. This component is open to First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, artistic groups, collectives and organizations working in all disciplines.
Deadline: April 23rd, 2025
Grant amount: $3,000
Canada Council
The Travel component of Creating, Knowing and Sharing funds First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists, arts/cultural professionals (including artists’ representatives), cultural carriers, artistic groups, collectives and organizations working in all disciplines. Grants support travel costs to attend significant events within Canada or abroad that advance your professional development, enable you or the artists you represent to access new markets or build national and international presence.
Deadline: April 23rd, 2025
Grant amount: $30,000
Canada Council
The Concept to Realization component of Explore and Create supports the full creative cycle – from the initial idea through to presentation, at any stage of the creative continuum. Canadian artists, artistic groups and arts organizations can apply to create projects intended for presentation. Grants provide support for artistic research, creation, project development, remounts, production, post-production and presentation.
Deadline: April 23rd, 2025
Grant amount: $60,000-$300,000
Canada Council
The Research and Creation component of Explore and Create supports the initial stages of the creative process. Canadian artists, artistic groups and arts organizations can apply to develop and make creative works. Grants provide support for creative research, creation and project development.
Deadline: April 23rd, 2025
Grant amount: $25,000
Ontario Arts Council
The Northern Arts Projects program supports the creation, production and presentation of artwork; professional development; and community-engaged arts initiatives that benefit communities in northern Ontario (see OAC’s geographic regions map as a PDF or on Google Maps).
Deadline: April 30th, 2025
Grant amount: $15,000
Ontario Arts Council
The Artists in Communities and Schools Projects program supports the research, development and realization of community-engaged arts projects in Ontario. Activities involve professional Ontario artists and community members working together to design, develop and realize collective creative experiences.
Deadline: April 23rd, 2025
Grant amount: $7,500-$20,000
Ontario Arts Council
Indigenous Arts Projects is a multidisciplinary program supporting professional Indigenous artists, ad hoc groups, collectives, and organizations to research, develop, and create new work. The presentation and sharing of Indigenous artistic work and initiatives strengthens and enriches the arts and culture overall, while benefiting both Indigenous artists and their communities.
Deadline: April 23rd, 2025
Grant amount: $15,000-$25,000
Ontario Arts Council
Indigenous Artists in Communities and Schools Projects is a multidisciplinary program supporting projects that bring together Ontario-based professional Indigenous artists and arts professionals in communities and schools to provide access to the arts and create meaningful art experiences that transmit Indigenous artistic skills and cultural knowledge to participants.
Deadline: April 24th, 2025
Grant amount: $15,000-$17,000
Ontario Arts Council
This Skills and Career Development - Indigenous Arts Professionals and Arts professionals of colour program supports Ontario-based Indigenous arts professionals and arts professionals of colour, or ad hoc groups and collectives made up of Indigenous arts professionals or arts professionals of colour for professional development and skill-building opportunities that advance applicants’ work and careers.
Deadline: April 29th, 2025
Grant amount: $10,000
Toronto Arts Council
The Newcomer and Refugee Arts Engagement program provides targeted funding to Toronto non-profit organizations and artist collectives engaging newcomers and refugees through the arts, supporting the integration and inclusion of newcomer communities to Toronto.
Deadline: April 22nd, 2025
Grant Amount: $20,000
Toronto Arts Council
The Newcomer and Refugee Artist Mentorship program provides support for newcomer and refugee artists to develop their artistic practice and to further their integration and inclusion to Toronto. We define a newcomer as: an immigrant or refugee who has lived in Canada for less than 7 years; a refugee is a person who was forced to leave their home country and is now located in Canada.
Deadline: April 22nd, 2025
Grant Amount: $15,000
April Funding! Check out these grant opportunities!
As April 2025 approaches, numerous grant opportunities are available across Canada, catering to a diverse range of sectors and initiatives. Here's a curated list of notable grants with upcoming deadlines.
Please note that application deadlines and eligibility criteria may vary. It's essential to review the specific requirements and deadlines for each program to ensure successful application submissions.
Alberta Foundation for the Arts
This Art Acquisitions program provides support for individual Alberta artists or an ensemble of artists through the purchase of their artwork as a permanent part of the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) Art Collection.
Deadline: April 1st, 2025
Grant amount: N/A
Ontario Arts Council
The Media Artists Creation Projects program supports individual professional Ontario-based media artists/directors working with film, video, audio, digital, new media, video and electronic games, and virtual reality as independent artist-controlled art forms in the production and post-production phases of their projects.
Deadline: April 1st, 2025
Grant amount: $10,000-$40,000
Ontario Arts Council
The Music Creation Projects program supports Ontario-based professional artists in creating original musical works. This program supports music creators at all career stages, working in all music genres/styles.
Deadline: April 3rd, 2025
Grant amount: $4,000-$20,000
Canada Council
The Professional Development for Artists component of Explore and Create supports the career growth of Canadian artists and artistic groups by encouraging participation in a wide range of development opportunities. Grants fund activities that contribute to the professional advancement of Canadian artists working in all artistic disciplines.
Deadline: April 9th, 2025
Grant amount: Up to $10,000
Canada Council
The Artist-Driven Organizations component of Explore and Create supports the development of artistic activities, from research, creation, and production through to dissemination, by Canadian arts organizations that are driven by the vision of artistic leaders.
Deadline: April 2nd, 2025
Grant amount: Up to 60% of your total annual revenues, averaged over the last 3 years.
Canada Council
The Translation component of Arts Across Canada funds activities linked to the translation of Canadian literary works or dramatic works into French, English, an Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit or Métis) language, American Sign Language (ASL), Quebec Sign Language (LSQ), or any other regional Canadian or Indigenous sign language for Canadian publication or presentation.
Deadline: April 2nd, 2025
Grant amount: Up to $25 000 for each translation, plus an Annual Supplement for targeted costs.
Canada Council
The Artistic Institutions component of Engage and Sustain funds major Canadian arts organizations rooted in their communities and dedicated to supporting artists and a variety of arts practices.
Deadline: April 2nd, 2025
Grant amount: Up to 25% of your total annual revenues, averaged over the last 3 years.
Canada Council
The Artistic Catalysts component of Engage and Sustain funds Canadian arts organizations that play a pivotal role in nurturing artistic practices and respond to the evolution of creative communities across Canada.
Deadline: April 2nd, 2025
Grant amount: Up to 50% of your total annual revenues, averaged over the last 3 years.
Canada Council
The Circulation and Touring component of Arts Across Canada funds touring and exhibition activities of Canadian artists, artistic groups and arts organizations.
Deadline: April 9th, 2025
Grant amount: Up to 50% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $200,000.
Canada Council
The Public Outreach component of Arts Across Canada supports activities of Canadian groups and organizations, as well as professionals in architecture, that contribute to the public appreciation and enjoyment of the arts.
Deadline: April 9th, 2025
Grant amount: Up to $100,000
BC Arts Council
Arts Impact Grants program is to allow applicants to prioritize a specific project or group of related activities that will provide the most meaningful impact to their organization, artistic practice, or to their community.
Deadline: April 9th, 2025
Grant amount: $30,000
BC Arts Council
Professional Development grants assist professional artists, cultural practitioners, production and technical personnel, and arts administrators with specific, short-term learning activities intended to advance their practice or career.
Deadline: April 10th, 2025
Grant amount: $7,500
New Brunswick Arts Board
The Documentation Grant Program is designed to provide assistance to New Brunswick arts professionals and professional artists for the research, development, and execution of original documentation and contextualization (written, film, video, multimedia) of arts activities, arts products or art history.
Deadline: April 1st, 2025
Grant amounts: Up to $10,000
New Brunswick Arts Board
The Creation Grant Program is designed to provide assistance to professional New Brunswick artists for the research, development and execution of original projects in the arts. Creation Grants are intended to allow artists to devote some or most of their time to research and creative production.
Deadline: April 1st, 2025
Grant amount: Up to $12,000-$20,000
Funding: Check out these March 2025 grant opportunities!
As of March 2025, several grant opportunities are available to support various sectors across Canada.
Below is a selection of notable programs with upcoming deadlines.
Please note that application deadlines and eligibility criteria may vary. It's essential to review the specific requirements and deadlines for each program to ensure successful application submissions.
Dance Projects
This OAC grant supports the creation, production and presentation of live and virtual dance and other initiatives that benefit the Ontario professional dance community.
Deadline: March 27th, 2025
Grant amounts range from $5,000 to $20,000
Short Term Projects
This Canada Council grant provides support for any combination of eligible Creating, Knowing and Sharing activities for projects lasting up to 12 months.
Deadline: March 26th, 2025
Grant amount: Up to $100,000
Music Production & Presentation Projects
This OAC grant supports the development and presentation of all genres of live and virtual music by Ontario-based professional musicians, ad hoc groups, collectives and organizations.
Deadline: March 26th, 2025
Grant amounts range from $5,000 to $20,000
Literary Publishing Projects
This Canada Council grant supports the publication of literary books and magazines authored by Canadian writers.
Deadline: March 26th, 2025
Grant amount: Up to $30,000
Residencies
This Canada Council grant funds activities linked to international artistic and cultural exchanges for Canadian artists, arts professionals, artistic groups and arts organizations. Grants support creative research, creation and networking activities within the context of an international residency.
Deadline: March 26th, 2025
Grant amount: Up to $20,000
Foreign Artist Tours
This Canada Council grant funds Canadian not-for-profit arts organizations to circulate exhibitions or tour artists from around the world and provide new experiences to the Canadian public.
Deadline: March 26th, 2025
Grant amount: Up to $75,000
Co-Productions
This Canada Council grant provides support for the realization of new works or exhibitions developed by Canadian artistic groups and arts organizations in partnership with foreign arts organizations. Support is for artistic co-productions or financial co-productions.
Grant amount: Up to 50% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $50,000
Celebrating Women's History Month: Grants to Support Women Entrepreneurs, Creatives and Leaders.
March is Women’s History Month—a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of women who are shaping our communities through art, innovation, social services, technology, and leadership.
Every day, women-led businesses and organizations drive meaningful change, often with limited resources. That’s why securing funding is essential to keep these powerful initiatives thriving.
If you’re looking for support to bring your next project to life, check out these 8 grants designed specifically for women entrepreneurs and women-led organizations.
IFUNDWOMEN – Grants and Loans
IFW is the go-to funding marketplace for businesses and the people who want to support them with access to capital, coaching, and connections. Join their Universal Grant Application Database.
WomensNet - Amber Grant
WomensNet proudly gives away at least $30,000 every month in Amber Grant money. In recognition of the diversity of businesses owned by women, they've also expanded their grant-giving to include “Startup Grants,” “Business Category Grants,” as well as three “$25,000 Year End Grants.
Visa - She's Next Grant Program
Visa is empowering women entrepreneurs across Canada, offering twenty $10,000 grants and access to an accelerated mentorship program through YSpace, York University.
Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Information The Canadian Chamber and its members provide ample opportunities for women in business to allow them to thrive. Get familiar with the grants and resources available to female entrepreneurs in Canada.
Moleskin Foundation
The Creativity Pioneers Fund catalyzes social change by investing in cultural and creative organizations by helping them sustain their essential needs, strengthen long-term capabilities, and continue working with their communities.
Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund
The Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund will help ensure that more women entrepreneurs have the tools and financing they need to succeed. The Government of Canada has selected several delivery organizations to provide loans to women entrepreneurs.
WAGE - Government of Canada
Learn more about the funding programs from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) as well as the open, closed and ongoing funding opportunities.
BDC - Women in Technology Venture Fund
One of the world’s largest venture capital funds dedicated to investing in women-led technology companies and helping build a robust ecosystem to support women in tech today and in the future.
CWCF - JEDDI Training Bursary Fund
This fund prioritizes individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous or other People of Colour (BIPOC) communities and other Equity-Denied Groups (EDGs) who require financial assistance to pursue training in either co-op management or development.
February Featured Grants: Funding Opportunities for Black Entrepreneurs, Artists, and Nonprofits.
As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s the perfect time to recognize and support the invaluable contributions of Black artists, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. At Creative Compass Solutions, we believe in investing in the present to pave the way for a thriving future. This month, we’re highlighting six grants designed to empower Black creatives, business owners, and nonprofits.
If you’re a Black entrepreneur, artist, or organization looking for funding opportunities, check out these five programs that can help bring your vision to life.
Ontario Arts Council – Skills & Career Development Grant
This grant supports Indigenous arts professionals and artists of color in Ontario, funding mentorships, internships, and professional development programs. The next deadline for applications is April 29, 2025.
Black Entrepreneur Startup Program – Futurpreneur
Designed for Black entrepreneurs aged 18-39, this program offers startup loan financing, mentorship for up to two years, and access to networking opportunities across Canada. Funded by RBC and BDC, it provides vital financial and professional support to early-stage Black businesses.
BDC Accelerator Loan Guarantee
The BDC’s Accelerator Loan Guarantee helps entrepreneurs secure loans from Canadian financial institutions for business expansion and improved cash flow. This initiative fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion within the entrepreneurial landscape by providing financial support for Black-led businesses.
NBA Black Youth Career Grant
The NBA Foundation is committed to supporting Black youth (ages 14-24) by funding organizations focused on career readiness, job training, and entrepreneurship. This grant is available for nonprofits serving Black youth within NBA markets in Canada and the U.S.
Black Arts Grant – Toronto Arts Council
This grant supports projects by Black artists, collectives, and Black-led organizations across various disciplines, including visual arts, literature, performance, and more.
Eligibility: Black artists of African descent, including Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Latinx, and Afro-Indigenous communities living in Toronto.
Black Entrepreneur Program – Black Opportunity Fund (BOF)
The Black Entrepreneur Program provides business education, financial literacy training, and capacity-building resources for Canadian Black-led businesses.
This program supports Black entrepreneurs in developing the skills and knowledge needed to run sustainable, successful businesses.
Top Tips & Tricks for Writing Grants:
Writing grants can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be! Here are some top tips to make the process smoother and increase your chances of success!
Give yourself time. Use the grant plan to identify grants and plan to give yourself at least a month to write and submit. Try and submit a week before the actual deadline. (Have another pair of eyes look at it before you submit if you can)
Start early and don’t wait to the last minute. Some funders (like the TAC, ArtReach) will review your grant if you get it to them 2-4 weeks ahead of the deadline.
Make sure if you need to register a profile on the funders website you do it right away.
Call the granting officer and discuss your project and if you have any questions.
Gather your support materials as early as possible. (especially if you are asking people to write you letters of reference)
Do your grant in chunks so it doesn’t get to overwhelming.
Check for spelling and grammar errors.
Use the language that the funder is using - look at key words on their website or if they produce any reports.
Follow the template exactly as they have provided it and answer all questions.
Provide a detailed workplan and budget.
Connect with potential sponsors, donors and partners early so you can include them on the grant.
Make sure to have good evidence when describing why your project is needed.
Apply for additional accessibility funding if you or anyone on your project will need it.
By following these tips, you'll significantly increase your chances of securing the funding you need to make a difference.
Remember, grant writing is a skill that improves with practice. Don't be afraid to seek guidance from experienced grant writers or mentors.
-by Paulina O'Kieffe-Anthony
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