Arts Abroad — Representation and Promotion

📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian artists (individual practitioners across all disciplines) - Artist collectives and artist-run organizations - Canadian arts organizations and cultural institutions - Small to medium-sized arts enterprises - Non-profit arts organizations with Canadian registration - Self-employed artists and sole proprietors in the arts sector Note: Applicants must demonstrate Canadian citizenship or permanent residency and have an established arts practice or organization. ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Amount: Up to $30,000 per application - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (no loan component) - Matching Requirements: Varies by program stream; typically requires some level of applicant or partner co-investment - Currency: Canadian dollars - Frequency: Subject to annual funding availability and application cycles ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - International travel costs (airfare, accommodation, transportation) - Participation in international art fairs, biennales, and festivals - International exhibition and performance opportunities - Travel for artist residencies abroad - Representation at international gallery showcases and cultural markets - Promotional activities to establish presence in global arts markets - Essential travel-related expenses directly linked to international promotion activities Expenses must be directly tied to promoting Canadian artistic work internationally. ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Applicants must clearly articulate international promotion strategy and market opportunity - Travel must result in demonstrable outcomes (exhibitions, sales, partnerships, or visibility) - Applicants may be required to provide proof of travel and documentation of promotional activities - Grant recipients must report on outcomes and impact of international promotion efforts - Funding is conditional on travel taking place within a specified timeframe - Priority given to emerging artists and underrepresented artistic disciplines in global markets - Applications typically assessed on artistic merit, feasibility, and potential for market impact