Programme de soutien aux initiatives culturelles — Volet Événements communautaires ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Non-profit organizations (primary eligibility requirement) - Organizations with a demonstrated mandate in cultural, artistic, or community activities - Groups with established governance structures and financial accountability - Organizations serving Canadian communities ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $15,000 CAD per project - Cost Coverage: 30–50% of total eligible event costs - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (contribution) - Matching Requirement: Applicant organization must cover 50–70% of project costs through other sources (own funds, sponsorships, ticket sales, etc.) - Number of Awards: Dependent on program budget and application quality ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Event planning and coordination costs - Performer fees and artist honorariums - Venue rental - Equipment rental (sound, lighting, staging) - Marketing and promotional materials - Insurance and permits - Accessibility accommodations - Catering and hospitality (where appropriate to event type) - Virtual event platform costs (for online/hybrid events) - Technical support and production services ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Eligibility Confirmation: Organization must be registered as a non-profit with proper legal status - New or Recurring Events: Project must be a new initiative or substantive expansion of an existing recurring event - Event Format: Can be in-person, virtual, or hybrid format - Community Benefit: Event must demonstrate clear cultural or community impact - Financial Documentation: Applicant must provide detailed budget breakdown and proof of matching funds commitment - Reporting Requirements: Post-event reporting, including attendance figures, financial reconciliation, and impact assessment - Timeline: Events must occur within the fiscal year specified in the grant agreement - Grant Agreement: Formal contribution agreement required before funds disbursed - Audit Rights: Funder retains right to audit financial records related to the project