The Artists in Communities program supports arts-related activities by individuals, arts groups, and organizations that face barriers to accessing artistic opportunities and/or serve a community that faces barriers to accessing artistic opportunities

What you can apply for

• Creation
• Production
• Public presentations (performances, exhibitions, concerts, readings)
• Publication
• Juried art shows and adjudications
• Community art projects involving artists
• Artistic workshops, classes, and knowledge sharing opportunities
• Cross-sectoral activities
• Arts-related gatherings

Who can apply

• Professional artists
• Arts/cultural professionals
• Indigenous Knowledge Keepers
• Professional arts groups
• Professional arts organizations
• Community not-for-profit organizations

Grant amount

• Small scale: up to $5,000
• Large scale: up to $15,000

Deadline

January 30, May 15, and September 15

Resources

• Guidelines and application form preview 
• General Guidelines
• Additional resources

Start an application

ONLINE THROUGH MANIPOGO

Our online application system. Register your profile at least 5 to 10 business days before you want to apply.

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