Canada Council for the Artsgrant
Canada Council for the Arts – Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Travel
Travel covered
- Who Can Apply: First Nations, Inuit or Métis artists, arts/cultural workers, cultural carriers and emerging artists (18+, from the land now known as Canada), plus First Nations, Inuit or Métis groups, collectives and organizations
- The Focus: Travel to significant invited events in Canada or abroad (at least 100 km away) that advance professional development or artistic research, access new markets or build audiences
- The Funding: Up to CAD 30,000 per year; covers registration (max $1,000/person), transportation, accommodation and per diem for up to 7 days (max $300/day/person), and shipping/baggage (max $2,500/person)
- Key Requirements: Apply in the Canada Council portal before departure (max 2 applications per calendar year) with at least 1 invitation or confirmation letter/email, event or host information, cost-estimate documents, an arts and culture CV, and bios of other travelers
DeadlineRolling deadline
AwardUp to CAD 30,000 per year for travel costs. Expense caps: registration fees max $1,000 per person; accommodation and per diem up to 7 days at max $300 per day per person; shipping/extra baggage max $2,500 per person. Remote Community Allowance available.
Locationnational
ParticipationOn-site
Age range18–
Application notesApply in the Canada Council portal (sign-in and an approved applicant profile required) any time before your departure date; results usually within 3 months. One destination per trip (agents representing artists may request multiple trips). Required: at least 1 letter or email of invitation/confirmation, event/partner information, documents supporting cost estimates, arts and culture CV of the applicant or lead, and bios of other travelers. Incomplete support material makes the application ineligible. Touring existing work must apply under Circulation and Touring instead.
Contactinfo@canadacouncil.ca
Canada Council for the Arts
Organization based in Ottawa