Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage — Local Festivals

GrantOntarioUp to $200,000

Federal grant funding local non-profit organizations and Indigenous groups to organize recurring festivals celebrating local artists, artisans, heritage performers, and First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultural carriers. Grants cover up to 100% of eligible expenses, with a maximum of $200,000 per festival.

What you'll need

  • Proof of prior festival organization within the last 2 years
  • Detailed project budget and eligible expenses breakdown
  • Evidence of community engagement plan
  • Organizational registration or incorporation documents
  • Mandatory forms as specified in application guidelines

How it works

What it can fund

  • Organize recurring local festivals celebrating performing and visual arts
  • Present work of local artists, artisans, and heritage performers
  • Celebrate First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultural traditions
  • Support 2SLGBTQI+ community cultural celebrations
  • Engage local community through heritage and arts programming

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