Project Assistance: Community Arts Festivals ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Local Indigenous arts organizations - Community arts organizations (non-profit focus) - Organizations presenting existing arts festivals with established track records - Applicant must be the festival presenter/organizer - Must be based in British Columbia or serve B.C. communities - Non-profit status strongly preferred or required ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant is non-repayable (true grant funding) - Specific funding amount not detailed in description; typical B.C. arts grants range from $5,000–$50,000+ - No matching requirement specified (confirm with program administrator) - Funds support artist and technician fees only - Budget must reflect professional-level compensation ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Fees for B.C. or Canadian professional artists performing at the festival - Fees for professional technicians (sound, lighting, staging, etc.) - Fees for Elders or Knowledge Keepers participating in the festival - Support for both local and touring artist compensation - Artist honorariums aligned with professional standards Not eligible: Infrastructure, marketing, administration, venue rental, or equipment purchase (unless artist-related) ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Festival must be existing (established event, not new) - Festival must have a clear arts focus - Presented by local Indigenous or community arts organization - Festival must include structured programming (not informal gatherings) - Combination of local and touring artists permitted - Funds must directly support artist/technician/Elder compensation - Reporting required on festival outcomes and artist engagement - Application deadline and program cycle requirements must be confirmed with B.C. Arts Council