Canada: Sector Innovation and Development Program
Deadline: 4-May-22
The Canada Council for the Arts has launched a call for the Sector Innovation and Development Program applications.
The Sector Innovation and Development component of Supporting Artistic Practice funds projects by Canadian and First Nations, Inuit and Métis arts professionals, cultural connectors, groups, and organizations.
Grants encourage initiatives that strengthen and develop support for artists in Canada.
Funding Information
Project: Normally, up to $50 000
Composite requests: Normally, up to $50 000 per year
Eligible Activities: The planning, development, and/or implementation of projects that support, strengthen, and/or improve the arts sector, including but not limited to:
activities related to representation or management services for Canadian artists, groups, or organizations
production, management, and platform services for a number of Canadian artists, groups, or organizations
critical and/or interpretive publishing that supports the arts sector
organizational development activities such as exploring new approaches to business models and management practices
opportunities for shared learning and networking, resource exchange, or other forms of collaboration (including mentorship programs)
organizing conferences, symposia, and workshops
sector research
implementing and adapting to new technologies
Eligibility Criteria
Types of potential applicants to this component include:
Arts professionals and cultural connectors
First Nations, Inuit, or Metis arts/cultural professionals
Artistic groups and collectives
First Nations, Inuit or Metis groups or collectives
Architectural groups and collectives
Artistic organizations
First Nations, Inuit, or Metis organizations
National arts service organizations
Support groups, organizations, and shared platforms
Festivals, presenters, and touring networks
Book and magazine publishers
Agencies and management service organizations
For more information, visit https://canadacouncil.ca/funding/grants/supporting-artistic-practice/sector-innovation-and-development