Gwaii Trust Society’s Arts Grant Program in Canada

Deadline: 1-Feb-25

Are you an artist or organization on Haida Gwaii in need of some help bringing your creative vision to life? If yes, then Gwaii Trust Society’s Arts Grant Program is right for you.

The Arts Grant offers financial support to artists and arts groups on Haida Gwaii, with the aim of fostering new art projects, promoting professional growth, facilitating mentorship between artists, and enhancing public appreciation for local art.

Goals

• The goals of the Arts Grant include:
  • Passing Down Skills: Preserve and share traditional knowledge and artistic skills between generations.
  • Supporting Emerging Artists: Assist new artists in establishing a professional career in the arts.
  • Developing Creative Practice: Provide opportunities for established artists to further refine and evolve their creative work.
  • Professional Development: Promote access to training, workshops, and mentorship that help artists grow professionally.
  • Increasing Public Access: Enhance public participation and appreciation of the Haida Gwaii arts community.

Artistic Disciplines Supported

• Ceremonial
• Performing
• Music Literary
• Textiles
• Digital
• Visual
• Crafts
• Fashion

Funding Information

• Amount Available:
  • Up to $10,000 per project
  • $100,000 available for 2025

How they can support you?

• The Arts Grant is here to help you grow as an artist and connect with your community. Here’s how it can support you:
  • Mentorship opportunities: Learn from experienced artists who can share important skills and traditional knowledge with you.
  • Kickstart your career: If you’re just starting out, the grant can help you take the next step toward becoming a professional artist.
  • Grow your craft: For established artists, it offers the chance to further develop your creative work.
  • Build your skills: Use the grant for training or other professional development that helps you grow as an artist.
  • Bring art to the community: Help more people engage with and enjoy the arts on Haida Gwaii through your project.

Who Gets Priority? 

• Priority goes to first-time applicants, followed by those who haven’t received the Arts Grant in the past three years
• Projects that support emerging or established artists
• Projects that benefit communities on Haida Gwaii
• Projects with cultural impact
• Applications from experienced artists who want to mentor new artists or teach artistic skills or traditional knowledge

Eligibility Criteria

• You can apply:
  • If you’re an artist living on Haida Gwaii for at least 24 consecutive months:
    • Artist experiences levels:
    • Emerging (1-3 years),
    • Established (3-5 years),
    • Professional (5-10 years),
    • Master/mentor (10+ years)
  • If you’re a non-profit art group on Haida Gwaii or an organization with an arts mandate.
  • Whether you are just starting out or a seasoned professional, they welcome your application.
• Applicants with overdue reports are not eligible to apply.

For more information, visit Gwaii Trust Society.