596 Canada Grants for Arts and Culture

596 Arts and Culture Grants for Canada

Discover grants supporting arts and cultural initiatives, including those for artists, performing arts, music, dance, visual arts, theatre, written works, and film. Funding is available for accessible arts and cultural activities, museum programs, arts education, and career advancement in the arts.

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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Programs and Services that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible regions. Some applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to support new and estab...

GrantWatch ID#: 156411
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Opportunity for a Canada Artist or Artist Team to Produce Public Artworks

Deadline: 07/28/26

Opportunity for a Canada artist or artist team to produce permanent works of art to be displayed in a public area. The successful applicant will join a team to create permanent artwork or artworks for a combined library and fire station. The chosen artist or artis...

GrantWatch ID#: 230447
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Grants to Ontario Production Companies for Television and Film Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Ontario production companies to produce local movies and television shows in eligible locations. Eligible projects include made-for-television movies and television series, documentaries, and theatrical feature films. The purpose of this program is to in...

GrantWatch ID#: 183504
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Grants to Canada Indigenous Youth-Led Groups for Projects that Benefit Indigenous Youth

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to Canada grassroots Indigenous youth councils and groups for community activities and programs. Funding is intended to develop projects that will positively impact the community and enhance the health, wellness, resiliency, and involvement...

GrantWatch ID#: 189481
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Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Agencies, and First Nations to Develop Community Arts a...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, First Nation bands, and tribal development corporations to create and enhance arts and cultural facilities for communities located within the funding source's service area. Funding is i...

GrantWatch ID#: 192786
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Grants to Nova Scotia Owners of Heritage Properties for Preservation Activities

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Nova Scotia owners of heritage properties in eligible regions for preservation activities. Funding is intended for projects on building exteriors, including roof work, window repairs, and painting. Eligible applicants are municipally-registered heritage ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214960
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Awards to USA, Canada, and International Fiction Writers to Promote Diversity in Writing

Deadline: 07/31/26

Awards of $500 to USA, Canada, and International writers to celebrate diversity in speculative fiction literature. Two awards will be offered: one award for writers from diverse backgrounds, and one award for writers who have created works of fiction that have div...

GrantWatch ID#: 215130
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals with Disabilities for Media Production

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals with disabilities for initiatives related to filmmaking and media production. Eligible proposals are for nonfiction new media projects and feature-length documentary films with a run time of at ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215207
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Awards to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, and Teams for Outstanding...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International organizations, individuals, and teams to recognize outstanding work in the field of psychoanalysis. Contributions to the field may be made by nominees and applicants in a broad range of fields, including teachers, artists, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220082
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Grants to Alberta Arts Nonprofits, Charities, Indigenous Arts Organizations, and Grassroots Or...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta nonprofit arts organizations, registered charities, grassroots organizations, and Indigenous arts entities in eligible regions for the preliminary planning stages required to address organizational issues. Interested applicants ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 220510
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Grants to Alberta Charities and Nonprofits to Benefit Agricultural Communities

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Alberta charitable and nonprofit organizations to enhance the agricultural community in rural regions. Funding is intended for capital improvement projects that promote and strengthen education, recreation, and culture for the betterment...

GrantWatch ID#: 222093
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Opportunity for Canada South Asian Music Artists to Participate in a Professional Development ...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Opportunity for Canada musical artists of South Asian descent to participate in an accelerator program. The opportunity is a hybrid online and in-person program available to emerging and mid-career musicians. Participants will have opportunities for collaborative ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222675
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Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Preservation Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local governments, First Nations governments, and school boards for cultural initiatives and preservation projects. Funding is intended for a range of cultural preservation activities, including conservation, res...

GrantWatch ID#: 225071
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Grants to Canada Organizations for Community Projects and to Improve Healthcare

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Canada organizations for community projects and to improve healthcare. Funding is intended to support initiatives that align with the following focus areas: health concerns, culture, arts, environment, science, education, social, and humanitarian. Priori...

GrantWatch ID#: 225563
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Opportunity for Nunavut Individuals to Enter a Songwriting Contest

Deadline: 07/31/26

Opportunity for Nunavut individuals to enter a song-writing contest. The purpose of the contest is to preserve Inuit culture and language through songs that celebrate Inuit values. The theme for this year's contest is demonstrating a love of the land, the environm...

GrantWatch ID#: 229951
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Cooperative Agreement to a USA or Canada Nonprofit or School for Speaker Programs

Deadline: 07/31/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or Canada nonprofit organization or educational institution to arrange programs featuring American speakers. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to arrange i...

GrantWatch ID#: 230309
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Grants to Canada Charitable Organizations for Qualifying Art Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Canada charitable organizations for qualifying art projects. Funding is intended to support contemporary art projects that involve arts professionals. Preference is for challenging initiatives that promote contemporary art and spotlight diverse artistry....

GrantWatch ID#: 230431

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Local Arts and Cultural Festivals

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $14,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to support arts and cultural festivals benefitting the local community. Festivals will be evaluated on the basis of entertainment value, artistic and cultural benefit to the community...

GrantWatch ID#: 146107

Grants to New Brunswick Artists for Capital Improvements and Equipment Purchases

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to New Brunswick early-career artists to purchase equipment and implement capital improvements. Funding is intended to assist local and recent immigrant artists with facility enhancements, the purchase of tools, and other acquisitions and im...

GrantWatch ID#: 164327

Grants to New Brunswick Charities, Municipalities, Agencies, and Athletic Associations to Impr...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to New Brunswick registered charities, municipalities, government agencies, and amateur athletic associations in eligible locations to enhance the quality of life for residents. Funding may be used for programs in the areas of education, arts and culture, e...

GrantWatch ID#: 170227

Grants to International Doctorates and Doctoral Students for Anthropology Research

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International independent scholars, doctorates, and doctoral students for collaborative anthropological research projects. Funding is intended for research teams that include one partner from the community being studied....

GrantWatch ID#: 217811

In-Kind Support to Nova Scotia Individuals for Film Production Projects

Deadline: 08/01/26

In-kind support to Nova Scotia individuals for film production projects. Funding is intended to support local filmmakers by providing resources and equipment to create the applicant's first film. Successful applicants will also receive access to workshops, meeting...

GrantWatch ID#: 217837

In-Kind Support to Nova Scotia Individuals to Shoot an Analog Movie

Deadline: 08/01/26

In-kind support to Nova Scotia individuals to shoot an analog movie. Funding is intended to support local filmmakers by providing in-kind resources and equipment. The funding source will cover costs affiliated with shooting a short movie, including the actual film...

GrantWatch ID#: 217838

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Diversity in the Field of Folklore

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars, graduate students, and other individuals for projects to foster diversity in the field of folklore. Funding is intended for community scholarship projects and to cover expenses related to attending...

GrantWatch ID#: 222487

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Charities, and Community Centers to Expand the Film Industry

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofits, charitable organizations, Indigenous organizations, and community centers in eligible regions for projects to expand the region's film industry. Funding is intended for skill development projects, sector development activities, and ev...

GrantWatch ID#: 231045

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and For-Profits to Expand the Local Music Industry

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofits, for-profits, charities, educational organizations, and collectives in eligible regions for projects to expand the region's music industry. Funding is intended for skill development projects, sector development activities, and event sp...

GrantWatch ID#: 231046

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and For-Profits to Expand the Creative Tech Industry

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofits, for-profits, charities, educational organizations, and collectives in eligible regions for projects to expand the region's creative technology industry. Funding is intended for skill development projects, sector development activities...

GrantWatch ID#: 231047

Grants to Ontario Arts Nonprofits for Projects that Promote the Arts

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations in eligible locations for projects that distribute or exhibit contemporary art. First-time applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Funding is intended for short-term or one-time pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 148855

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Collectives in Eligible Regions for Literature-Related Projec...

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations and collectives in eligible regions for one-time and short-term literature-related projects and activities. First-time applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Funding is intended to supp...

GrantWatch ID#: 169343

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Collectives in Eligible Locations for Music Projects

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations and collectives in eligible locations for music projects. New applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Additional funding is available for deaf applicants and applicants wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 172511

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Artists in Eligible Locations to Support Dance Performances

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations and artists in eligible locations to create, produce, and present dance performances. First-time applicants should contact the program officer prior to applying. Funding is intended to support and develop the field of prof...

GrantWatch ID#: 172512

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Artist Collectives in Eligible Locations for Theater Producti...

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations and artist collectives in eligible locations for projects to support theater work. First-time applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Funding is intended for time-limited or one-time activities addressi...

GrantWatch ID#: 178330

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, IHEs, and Individuals for Events and Activities

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations, post-secondary institutions, and individuals for programs and projects that focus on humanities and social science research topics. Funding is intended for activities and events that represent chances to exchange knowledg...

GrantWatch ID#: 180893

Grants to Yukon Musicians to Expand the Province's Music Industry

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $30,000 to Yukon musicians to expand the province's music industry. Funding is intended to help both novices and established musicians build enduring careers in the music industry. Yukon resident musicians can apply as i...

GrantWatch ID#: 203951

Grants to Ontario Artists, Collectives, and Nonprofits for Arts-Based Community Engagement Pro...

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations, artist collectives, and individual artists in eligible locations for activities that engage communities through the arts. New applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 220558

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Artists, and Ensembles for Theater Productions and Presentations

Deadline: 08/06/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, individual artists, ensembles, and collectives for theater initiatives. Funding is intended to help artists create, develop, produce, and present theater works. Eligible projects include professional development, playwrit...

GrantWatch ID#: 180701

Award to a Quebec Individual for Contributions to English Language Literature

Deadline: 08/07/26

Award to a Quebec individual in recognition of outstanding contributions to English language literature. Funding is intended to acknowledge a long-standing member of the literary community who has made considerable contributions over at least a ten-year period. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 197359

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Students to Compete for Social Change Ideas

Deadline: 08/07/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International high school, college, and university students to participate in a competition for presenting innovative ideas on how to create change. Students will compete for prizes based on essays or video presentations that addre...

GrantWatch ID#: 222381

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Environmental and...

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International individuals and teams for projects addressing challenges affecting society and the environment. Funding is intended for innovative solutions to concerns regarding community activation, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 210346

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits to Enhance Economic Development and Business Capacity in the Crea...

Deadline: 08/11/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations in the creative industries to support economic development initiatives that increase the capacity of businesses within the province. Applicants must contact staff before applying. Funded projects will gather, formulate, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 184161

Grants to Saskatchewan Families for Arts and Cultural Activities for Children and Youth

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants of up to $750 to Saskatchewan families for cultural, artistic, and creative programming for children and youth ages 4 - 19. First-time applicants must contact the funding source before submitting an application. Funding is intended for arts programs for chi...

GrantWatch ID#: 168827

Grants to Alberta Indigenous Artists, Collectives, and Organizations for Art Projects

Deadline: 08/12/26 Conference Date: 07/27/26

Grants to Alberta Indigenous artists, artist collectives, and arts organizations for art preservation activities in eligible regions. Applicants may request funding for a single project or for a specific phase of a project. Projects should have a clear start and e...

GrantWatch ID#: 197441

Grants to British Columbia Qualified Donees for Programs That Benefit the Community

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to British Columbia qualified donees for programs that benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a broad range of activities that address community needs, promote volunteer participation, and include collaboration and partnerships. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 135585

Financial Assistance to British Columbia Families to Help Children Participate in Cultural Eve...

Deadline: 08/14/26

Financial assistance of up to $500 to British Columbia families in eligible locations to help children participate in cultural events. Funding is intended to cover the cost of events, programs, and workshops. Families experiencing financial difficulties can apply ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202010

Grants to British Columbia Registered Charities for the Well-Being of Local Residents

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to British Columbia registered charities in eligible locations for projects that contribute to the well-being of local residents. Funding is intended for programs and activities in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 145775

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Recreational, Sports, and Cultura...

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipal and First Nations recreation authorities to enhance cultural, recreational, and sports opportunities for residents in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to encourag...

GrantWatch ID#: 163128

Grants to Saskatchewan First Nations and Non-First Nations Charities for Projects that Benefit...

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Saskatchewan First Nations and non-First Nations charitable organizations for economic and community development projects that benefit First Nations communities in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 165205

Grants to Alberta Qualified Donees to Promote Music Education

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Alberta qualified donees to promote music education through workshops, festivals, camps, and programs. Funding is intended for projects and events that are open to the public. Priority will be given to organizations that serve communities...

GrantWatch ID#: 172240

Grants to Nova Scotia Artists, Groups, and Organizations to Further the Careers of Underrepres...

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Nova Scotia artists, nonprofit organizations, groups of artists, and arts organizations to further the careers of artists from underrepresented populations. Funding is intended to support creation, presentation, travel, and professional ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173884

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Interior Design Research Projects

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International teams for research projects related to interior design. Funding is intended to support projects that produce design principles, tools, and guidelines to benefit designers in the field. Projects will ultimately be developed ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186556
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