Arts Grants for Canadian Nonprofits, Artists & Creatives

I’ve rounded up 80+ arts grants from across Canada, including national programs, provincial opportunities, and municipal funding. You’ll find support for every stage of the process, from research, creation, and professional development to production, touring, and community-engaged projects. There are grants tailored to Indigenous artists, emerging talent, equity-seeking communities, and established organizations alike. [...] Description: Supports Canadian artists or artistic groups to pursue career-advancing development opportunities—such as mentorships, specialized training, workshops, internships, and apprenticeships. Deadline: Rolling application Amount: Up to $10,000 per applicant. Location: Canada-wide (applicants must be Canadian residents or citizens). Eligibility: Canadian professional artists, curators, or artistic collectives/groups with a validated artist profile in the portal. [...] #### Research and Creation (Canada Council for the Arts) Description: A national program supporting artists, collectives, and organizations through all stages of the creative process—professional development, research, creation, production, and presentation. Deadline: Varies by component (rolling or fixed) Amount: Professional Development: up to $10,000 Research & Creation: up to $25,000 Concept to Realization: up to $100,000 (or $300,000 over 3 years for composite grants)