Arts & Culture Microgrant (Deadline: March 4, Sept 2, 2026)

Arts and Culture Microgrant

Bring your idea for a new arts and culture experience to life! With close to $1 million in available funding, the 2026 Arts and Culture Microgrant is now accepting applications.

Non-profits and registered charities, including Community Associations and Business Improvement Areas, can apply for up to $30,000 in funding for new arts and culture projects, programming, temporary installations, place-keeping, workshops and events that enhance cultural learning and arts appreciation. 

Activity ideas could include:

• pop-up music events
• cultural cooking workshop
• drumming workshop
• artisan markets
• interactive artwork and installations
• cultural festivals
• recreational art studios
• shared maker spaces
• theatre production
• light show
• cultural film screening
• art exhibition showcasing local artists
• your idea here!

Tier 1: Up to $5,000

With total funding of $340,000, Tier 1 supports smaller initiatives by covering up to 100 per cent of eligible expenses, up to a maximum of $5,000.

• Apply a minimum of 30 days before your initiative begins.
• Intake opens in January 2026 and will remain open until all available funds have been awarded.
• Initiatives must take place in 2026.
• Limit of one (1) microgrant per organization per year.

Tier 2: Up to $30,000

With two intake periods and total funding of $660,000 ($330,000 per intake), Tier 2 supports larger initiatives by covering up to 50% of project expenses, up to a maximum of $30,000.

• Intake 1: Apply by March 4, 2026 for initiatives beginning between June and November 2026.
• Intake 2: Apply by Sept. 2, 2026 for initiatives beginning between December 2026 and May 2027.
• Limit of one (1) microgrant per initiative. Organizations may submit applications for multiple initiatives.

Note: Organizations that receive funding support from the Festivals and Events Subsidy Program are not eligible to receive an Arts & Culture microgrant.

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