Deadline: 1 May 2019
Canada Council for the Arts is seeking applications for its Circulation and Touring component of Arts Across Canada that touring and exhibition activities of Canadian artists, artistic groups and arts organizations.
Grants support the presentation and exhibition of performances and works by Canadian artists which build national exposure and reach Canadian audiences.
Individuals who are Deaf or who have disabilities, including those living with mental illness, and require accommodation at any stage of the application process may be eligible for additional assistance.
Activities
- Destinations must be at least 250 kilometers from their place of departure for:
- The circulation or touring of artists, exhibitions or artistic works to 3 or more Canadian destinations (art exhibitions must include at least 2 destinations outside their home province or territory).
- Cross-border Canada/United States tours with the majority of events in Canada.
- Self-presentation and/or circulation and touring to fewer than 3 Canadian destinations, if applicants provide a strong market development rationale or outreach strategy.
- Applicants can’t apply for activities that occur before the deadline date, those that receive funding from another Canada Council program or those on the general list of ineligible activities.
Funding Information
Generally up to 50% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $200 000.
Expenses
Direct costs related to the activity, including:
- Artists’ fees
- Transportation
- Accommodation and per diem
- Additional shipping or baggage costs directly related to the activity
- Touring production and exhibition expenses (excluding engagements at the National Arts Centre)
- Promotion and project management
- Pre-tour artists’ fees and production expenses for remounting existing work
Eligibility Criteria
- Types of potential applicants to this component include:
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- Artists and curators
- Artistic groups and collectives
- Artistic organizations
- First Nations, Inuit and Métis professional artists, groups, collectives and not-for-profit organizations
- Media arts distribution centres and festivals
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- Applicants eligibility to apply to this component is determined by the validated profile created in the portal.
- Organizations presently receiving core (operating) grants can apply to this component.
How to Apply
Applicants can apply via given website.
Eligible Country: Canada
For more information, please visit https://canadacouncil.ca/funding/grants/arts-across-canada/circulation-and-touring