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Culture Grants and Funding Available in Ontario for 2026

Ontario offers a wide range of culture grants and arts funding for organizations, artists, festivals, museums, and heritage projects. Programs span provincial, municipal, and federal sources, with options for project, operating, and capital support. This directory clarifies the landscape, outlines eligibility and application steps, and highlights resources across Ontario’s regions.

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  • City of Owen Sound logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Convergence 2025 Juried Art Exhibition

    Juried exhibition for environment-themed artwork
    Eligible Funding
    From $100 to $1,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cornwall Tourism Development Fund

    Supports tourism projects in Cornwall
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationCommercialization
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Collingwood logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Council Community Grant

    Local community project funding support
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Collingwood, Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) logo
    Grant and FundingOther SupportClosed

    Councillor Ward Funding Program

    Recreational and cultural projects in Chatham-Kent
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 125,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
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  • BCF (BCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    County of Brant Community Grants - Capital Project

    Funding for local capital projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • BCF (BCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    County of Brant Community Grants - Event Stream

    Funding for community events in Brant
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Creative Communities Projects

    Funding for community-engaged arts projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • County of Lambton logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Creative County Grant Program

    Matching funding for local cultural projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 35,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingPartnering and CollaborationClosed

    Creative Enquiry Lab

    Design-thinking support for Toronto arts organizations
    Eligible Funding
    From $15,000 to $15,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Kawartha Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Development Grant

    Funding for cultural projects in Kawartha Lakes
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Wellington North logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Events Funding

    Support for culturally significant community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Wellington North logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Events Funding and Sponsorship

    Funding for cultural community events in Wellington North
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kawartha Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant

    Operational support for cultural non-profits in Kawartha Lakes
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Funding - Capacity Building Program

    Supports Ottawa cultural organizations in building organizational capacity
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Funding - Cultural Facilities Fund

    Supports upgrades and development of Ottawa's local cultural spaces
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Funding - Equity and inclusion in the arts fund

    Supports equity and inclusion in Ottawa’s arts communities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Funding - Heritage Funding Program

    Supports heritage projects and operations in Ottawa communities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Funding - Major arts, cultural festivals, agricultural fairs programs

    Supports Ottawa arts, culture festivals, and agricultural fairs annually
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Funding - Youth in Culture Program

    Supports Ottawa youth pursuing careers in arts and culture
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Expert AdvicePartnering and CollaborationOther SupportClosed

    Cultural Hotspot - Ignite Ideation

    Support for exploratory community arts initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Hotspot - Signature Projects

    Support for community arts projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 22,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Arts Council (OAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Curatorial Projects: Indigenous and Culturally Diverse

    Support for Indigenous and culturally diverse curators
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Dance Projects

    Funding for professional dance projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    DARC Indigenous Residency Program

    One-month residency for mid-career Indigenous artists
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 9,791 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
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  • Digital Main Street (DMS) logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    Digital Main Street – ShopHere

    Online store support for Ontario businesses and artists
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Hamilton logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Downtown Hamilton Creative Placemaking Grant

    Temporary creative projects in Downtown Hamilton
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $15,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
  • Durham Community Foundation (DCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Durham Community Foundation Community Grants

    Community funding for Durham Region organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Canadian National Exhibition Foundation (CNEF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Eamonn O'Loghlin Scholarship Fund

    Scholarship support for eligible CNE seasonal employees
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,500 to $1,500
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • MaRS Discovery District logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOther SupportClosed

    ENCQOR 5G at MaRS

    Pre-commercial 5G support for innovative startups
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnologyDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Kingston Arts Council (KAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Enterprise Fund

    Business development support for Ontario publishers and screen companies
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyArtificial Intelligence (AI)
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Thunder Bay logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Event Development Grant

    Funding support for local event organizers
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
  • Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Events and awards - trainers

    Recognition for Indigenous coaching excellence
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • Canadian Museums Association (CMA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Excellence Award

    Honours outstanding Ontario artists and arts organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and Ministry of Sport logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Experience Ontario 2024

    Funding for Ontario tourism festivals and events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 125,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Experience Ontario 2025

    Funding for Ontario tourism festivals and events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 125,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Georgina logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Explore Georgina Grant

    Funding for community events and local economic impact
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Georgina, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)

    Local funding for community and property improvements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 24,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
  • Sir Joseph Flavelle Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Flavelle Family Foundation

    Supports charitable initiatives in arts, environment, and family services
    Eligible Funding
    From $50 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Oxford Community Foundation (OCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    General Fall Grants

    Community funding for Oxford County organizations
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • SUS Foundation of Canada (SUS) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Grant Application Information

    Support for education and Ukrainian culture initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of West Elgin logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Grants & Sponsorship Program

    Funding for community projects in Elgin County
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000 $ · Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Town of Petrolia logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Green Leader Grant

    Funding for local environmental and community projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Petrolia, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Lincoln logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Grow Prosper Belong Fund

    Funding for Lincoln community projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Lincoln, Ontario, Canada
  • Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Hamilton Spectator Summer Camp Fund

    Funding for children’s summer camp access
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Burlington, Hamilton, Ontario
  • Huronia Community Foundation (HCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund

    Supports innovative community projects with measurable regional impact
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Heritage Property Grant Program - Cost sharing grant

    Supports conservation of designated heritage properties for not-for-profits
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant

    Financial support for restoring designated heritage properties in Ottawa
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 35,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Real estate and rental and leasing, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • Canadian Worker Co-op Federation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Huron Heritage Fund

    Support for heritage preservation projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Identify 'N Impact Grant Program

    Funding for youth-led community projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 17,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Indigenous Climate Action Grants

    Supports Indigenous-led climate action for Toronto’s urban Indigenous community
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Innovate Niagara logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Innovate Niagara — Start-up Visa

    Paused pathway for immigrant entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
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  • Ontario Creates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Interactive Digital Media Fund — Concept Definition

    Funding for original interactive digital media content
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $300,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingPartnering and CollaborationClosed

    International Agri-Food Workers Welcoming Communities Initiative

    Funding for inclusive agri-food worker communities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Orillia logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    K. Valerie Connor Poetry Competition

    Poetry competition celebrating writers
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Orillia, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kawartha Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Kawartha Lakes Canada Day Fund

    Funding for eligible Canada Day community events
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of North Dundas logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    KidSport Ontario Grant Application Form

    Sport funding for children facing financial barriers
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Lithuanian Canadian Foundation (LCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    KLF Project Funding Program

    Funding for Lithuanian cultural and charitable projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Leamington logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

    Financial incentives for Uptown revitalization
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $50,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Ontario Arts Council (OAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance)

    Funding for literary works created for performance
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Thunder Bay, Toronto, Ontario
  • Ontario Arts Council (OAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Literary Creation Projects (Works for Publication)

    Support for new literary works in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 12,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Literary Projects

    Funding for Toronto literary projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 8,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Lithuanian Canadian Foundation (LCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Lithuanian Canadian Foundation 2026 Grant Application

    Funding for Lithuanian cultural projects and charities
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kingston logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Local Arts Residency

    Local arts support through space and resources
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • London Community Foundation (LCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    London Endowment For Heritage Grant (LEHF)

    Supports heritage conservation projects in London
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Markham logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Main Street Unionville Public Art Competition

    Public art competition for professional artists
    Eligible Funding
    From $15,000 to $50,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Markham, Ontario, Canada
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  • The May Court Club of St. Catharines logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    May Court Club of St. Catharines Funding Program

    Funding for local community programs and charitable projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $2,500
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Lakeshore logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Mayor's Art Awards

    Recognizes artistic talent in Lakeshore
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,000 to $1,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Elgin-St. Thomas Community Foundation (ESCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    McGregor Morris Fund

    Supports public art purchases in Elgin County
    Eligible Funding
    From $200 to $1,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada
  • City of St. Catharines logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Meridian Centre Community Use Program

    Community access to Meridian Centre game tickets
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
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  • City of Kawartha Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Million Dollar Makeover

    Funding for property improvements in Kawartha Lakes
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $50,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : January 11, 2027 · Closing date : February 28, 2027
    Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration)
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : January 11, 2027 · Closing date : March 1, 2027
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Town of Fort Frances logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Moffat Family Fund

    Support for community projects benefiting children and families
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada
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  • Town of Parry Sound logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Assistance Grant Program

    Funding for Parry Sound community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of South Dundas logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Financial Programs

    Funding for tourism projects in SDG
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $5,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Commercialization
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Pelham logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Municipal Grant Application Form – Facility Waived Fees

    Waived facility fees for community events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Town of Pelham logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Municipal Grant Application Form – In Kind Assistance

    In-kind support for community events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit
    Pelham, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Sarnia logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Grants

    Funding for community projects in Sarnia
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Sarnia, Ontario, Canada
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  • Municipality of Leamington logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Grants Program

    Municipal funding for community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Cornwall, Leamington, Ontario
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Central Elgin, Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Trent Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipality of Trent Lakes — Community Grant

    Community funding for local projects and programs
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music Creation and Audio Recording

    Support for Toronto artists creating original music
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
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  • County of Brant logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music in the Park 2026 – Call for Artists

    Free outdoor concert series in Paris
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Paris, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music Projects

    Funding for Toronto music projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • MusiCounts logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicompte prices

    Recognition for outstanding Canadian music teachers
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) logo
    Other SupportClosed

    National Indigenous Coaching Awards

    Recognition for outstanding Indigenous coaches
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,500 to $1,500
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada