Composite Activities
Composite Activities is part of the Supporting Artistic Practice program. It provides multi-year support for Canadian artists, arts and cultural workers, artistic groups and organizations to carry out multiple, large or complex activities over a period of up to 3 years. Funding can support the artistic process from research to presentation, literary publishing, innovation and capacity building within the Canadian arts sector, public engagement with Canadian art and artists, and the development of Canadian arts markets at home and abroad.
- FUNDER Canada Council for the Arts
- YEAR November 25 2026
- CATEGORY Arts , Capacity Building , Culture , First Nations , Inuit , Métis , Multi-Year
- TAGS Artistic Development , Arts Funding , Arts Organizations , Capacity Building , Indigenous Arts , Market Development , Multi-Year
International Residencies
International Residencies is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It supports Canadian artists, arts workers, artistic groups and artistic organizations participating in international residencies.
Funding supports creative research and/or creation that includes international networking and cultural exchange. The residency must take place outside Canada and last at least 5 consecutive days.
- FUNDER Canada Council for the Arts
- YEAR October 21 2026
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture , First Nations , Inuit , Métis , Travel
- TAGS Artist Development , Arts Funding , Arts Organizations , Cultural Exchange , Indigenous Arts , International Arts , Residencies
Representation and Promotion
Representation and Promotion is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It provides funding for travel activities that promote Canadian artists and artistic works, support market development, and help establish a place for Canadian arts practice in the global arts market.
- FUNDER Canada Council for the Arts
- YEAR Ongoing
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture , Economic Development
- TAGS Artist Promotion , Arts Funding , Arts Organizations , Cultural Exchange , Indigenous Arts , International Arts , Market Development
Sector Support, Innovation and Development
Sector Support, Innovation and Development is part of the Supporting Artistic Practice program. It provides funding for projects that encourage the ongoing growth, strengthening, and development of Canada’s arts sector.
- FUNDER Canada Council for the Arts
- YEAR Ongoing
- CATEGORY Arts , Capacity Building , Community , Culture
- TAGS Arts Funding , Arts Innovation , Arts Sector , Capacity Building , Cultural Development , Indigenous Arts , Professional Development
Local Festivals — Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage
The Local Festivals component of the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program provides funding to community-based organizations and Indigenous governments to support recurring festivals that celebrate local arts, culture, heritage, and community identity.
- FUNDER Canadian Heritage
- YEAR October 15 2026
- CATEGORY Arts , Community Engagement , Culture , First Nations , Heritage , Inuit , Métis
- TAGS Arts , Community Engagement , Community Events , Cultural Celebration , Festivals , Heritage , Indigenous Culture , Local Artists
Harvesters Support Grant (HSG) & Community Food Programs Fund (CFPF)
Support Indigenous and northern communities in strengthening local food systems, food sovereignty, and access to traditional and culturally appropriate foods.
- FUNDER Nutrition North Canada
- YEAR March 31 2027
- CATEGORY Community , Culture , Economic Development , Health , Inuit
- TAGS Community Food Programs , Country Food , Elders Programs , Food Security , Food Sovereignty , Harvesting , School Meals , Traditional Knowledge
Creating, Knowing & Sharing — Small-Scale Activities
Supports First Nations, Inuit, and Métis artists, cultural carriers, groups, collectives, and organizations with small-scale artistic and cultural activities. The program is designed for activities that require smaller amounts of funding and faster access to support.
- FUNDER Canada Council for the Arts
- YEAR Applications accepted anytime before the start of the activity or project
- CATEGORY Arts , Capacity Building , Culture , Heritage
- TAGS Artistic Development , Cultural Activities , Honoraria , Indigenous Arts , Materials , Workshops
Creating, Knowing & Sharing — Travel
Supports travel for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis artists, cultural carriers, groups, and organizations to attend significant artistic and cultural events, undertake artistic research, access new markets, and build national and international presence.
- FUNDER Canada Council for the Arts
- YEAR Year-round intake
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture , Travel
- TAGS Artistic Research , Conferences , Festivals , Indigenous Artists , Networking , Travel Funding
Creating, Knowing & Sharing — Short-Term Projects
Supports First Nations, Inuit, and Métis artists, cultural carriers, groups, organizations, and communities in activities that strengthen Indigenous arts practices, cultures, and creative expression. Funding supports projects lasting up to one year.
- FUNDER Canada Council for the Arts
- YEAR Nov 25 2026
- CATEGORY Arts , Community , Culture , Heritage
- TAGS Cultural Revitalization , Festivals , Indigenous Arts , Storytelling , Workshops
Travel Program
Supports Indigenous screen-based creatives with travel costs related to professional development, project advancement, and industry participation. Funding can support travel for festivals, markets, conferences, training opportunities, community engagement, and artistic collaborations across Canada and internationally.
- FUNDER Indigenous Screen Office
- YEAR March 1 2027
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture , Employment , Travel
- TAGS Conferences , Festivals , Film , Professional Development , Storytelling , Television , Travel Support
Nunavut Spend Incentive Program
Supports the growth of Nunavut’s film, television, and digital media industry by providing a rebate to production companies for eligible production goods and services purchased and consumed in Nunavut. The program encourages local employment, training opportunities, and the development of Inuit and northern storytelling.
- FUNDER Nunavut Film Development Corporation
- YEAR Ongoing
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture , Economic Development , Employment , Technology , Training
- TAGS Digital Media , Film , Inuktut , Production , Storytelling , Television , Workforce Development
Enbridge Fueling Futures Community Investment
General community investment funding program that offers donations and sponsorships to non-profits and charitable organizations focused on community vitality, safety, sustainability, and Indigenous cultural recognition within Enbridge operational areas.
- FUNDER Enbridge Inc. (Fueling Futures Community Investment)
- YEAR Ongoing
- CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Culture , Environment , Safety
- TAGS Community Grants , Cultural Support , Safety Programs , Sponsorship
Yukon Community Projects and Events Funding
Supports community-driven projects and events that enhance social well-being, cultural connection, community engagement, and local development across the Yukon, including Indigenous-led initiatives.
- FUNDER Government of Yukon
- YEAR Rolling deadlines depending on project category
- CATEGORY Community , Culture
- TAGS Community Projects , Cultural Programming , Events , Yukon
Indigenous Arts Projects (Toronto)
Funds Indigenous artists, collectives, and organizations in Toronto to support creation, presentation, dissemination, and community arts projects. Encourages both traditional and contemporary Indigenous artistic expression.
- FUNDER Toronto Arts Council
- YEAR Rolling Deadline
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture
- TAGS Creation , Indigenous Arts , Presentation , Toronto Arts
Indigenous Arts Projects
Provides funding to Indigenous artists, groups, and organizations in Ontario for artistic creation, production, community-engaged arts, and professional development. Supports a wide range of Indigenous artistic practices and cultural expression.
- FUNDER Ontario Arts Council
- YEAR October 6 2026 1 p.m. ET
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture
- TAGS Community Arts , Creation , Indigenous Arts , Ontario Arts
Indigenous Arts Micro-Grants
Supports Indigenous artists in Québec for small-scale artistic projects, creation, training, or exploration. These micro-grants are designed to quickly fund emerging or established Indigenous creators with flexible, accessible support.
- FUNDER Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ)
- YEAR Continuous intake
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture
- TAGS Creation , Indigenous Arts , Micro Grant , Québec
Arts Across Canada and Abroad – Micro-grants
Supports small-scale activities and travel to grow and advance artistic careers or practices in Canada or abroad.
Movable Cultural Property Grants
Provides financial assistance to designated institutions and Indigenous organizations for the acquisition or repatriation of cultural property of outstanding significance.
- FUNDER Canadian Heritage
- YEAR No fixed deadline — continuous intake.
- CATEGORY Culture , Heritage , Museums
- TAGS Collections , Heritage Preservation , Indigenous , Repatriation
