The Representation and Promotion component of Arts Abroad funds provide travel grants linked to the international promotion of Canadian artists and artistic works. Grants are available for registered or incorporated Canadian arts organizations to represent Canadian artists and develop their presence internationally and establish a place for Canadian arts practice in the global art market.
These travel grants are also available to foreign arts organizations that invite Canadian artists to showcase their artworks as well as to Canadian arts organizations that bring international buyers to Canada.
You must register in the portal at least 30 days before you apply.
Eligibility:
- Travel must be outside of Canada, at least 500 kilometers from your place of departure.
- You can apply for single or several destinations within 1 trip and for multiple trips within 1 application, to:
- formally represent and promote Canadian artists (i.e. through a contractual relationship)
- build on an existing tour (for artists’ representatives only)
- bring international buyers to Canada
- lead a Canadian delegation abroad
- Types of potential applicants to this component include:
- support groups, organizations, and shared platforms
- national arts service organizations
- festivals, presenters and touring networks
- book and magazine publishers
- agencies, management service organizations and art dealers
- international literary, media arts and visual arts festivals
Grant Amount: Travel costs generally based on fixed amounts, up to $30 000
What can be covered with the grant:
- Transportation costs generally based on fixed amounts
- Accommodation and per diem, up to 5 days per trip
- Additional shipping or baggage costs directly related to your activity, up to $2500
- Conference fees and booth rental costs for market development events
Note: Differently abled people, including those living with mental illness, and need accommodation at any stage of the application process may be eligible for additional assistance.