The travel component of Arts Creating, Knowing and Sharing funds First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists, arts/cultural professionals (including artists’ representatives), cultural carriers, artistic groups, collectives and organizations working in all disciplines.
This travel grant supports travel costs to attend significant events within Canada or abroad that advance your professional development, enable you or the artists you represent to access new markets or build a national and international presence.
Eligibility
- Travel must be at least 100 kilometers from your place of departure, and by invitation.
- You can apply for single or several destinations within 1 trip (if you are representing or promoting artists, you can request multiple trips) to:
- share artistic works or cultural knowledge
- participate in significant artistic or cultural events, including pow-wows
- undertake research activities
- build professional and artistic networks
- engage in professional development opportunities
- develop regional, national or international markets
Benefits
- 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 (maximum of $150 per day)
- Additional shipping or baggage costs directly related to your activity, up to $2 500
- Registration fees, up to $1 000
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.
Check the cut-off dates and notification of the result page.
Application Process
- Click here to apply.