Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Kingston Arts Council Kingston, Ontario, Canada ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://artskingston.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Kingston Arts Council](https://artskingston.ca/) - Kingston Arts Council, Kingston's key resource for arts support, promoting creativity, growth, and engagement through communication, programming, and advocacy. - [KAC EVENTS](https://artskingston.ca/kac-events/) - Find out more details about what events the Kingston Arts Council are planning and participating in! Upcoming workshops, receptions, pop-ups, and more! - [CKAF Creation & Development Grants](https://artskingston.ca/ckaf-creation-development/) - Applications now open! About Creation & Development Grants Creation & Development Grants provide support for artists in any discipline who have a professional independent art practice for the creation, development, and production of new work or the completion of works in progress. Funds are intended to cover direct costs of creation, development, production, and - [CKAF Project Grants](https://artskingston.ca/ckaf-projects/) - CKAF Project Grants support projects from artists, collectives, & incorporated nonprofit organizations and funds the creation and presentation of arts projects. - [Opportunities](https://artskingston.ca/opportunities/) - Stay up to date with the latest opportunities to showcase your work, collaborate, and grow your practice with the Kingston Arts Council's Opportunities Board! - [Kingston Area Arts Job Board](https://artskingston.ca/arts-job-board/) - The Kingston Arts Council Arts Job Board is designed to house all of the open career listings in Kingston and the region. Submit job opportunities or apply! - [KAC Newsletter](https://artskingston.ca/kac-newsletters/) - Your essential source for updates on Kingston’s arts sector! We bring you the latest grants, jobs, opportunities, events, and sector news – all in one place. - [Submit Your Art Event](https://artskingston.ca/submit-your-arts-event/) - Event Submission If you have questions about the submission process or issues with submitting your event, please email us at membership@artskingston.ca. - [KAC Programs & Workshops](https://artskingston.ca/programs/) - The Kingston Arts Council is responsible for a number of programs designed to promote, encourage, and foster the development of art and access to the arts. - [Member Benefits](https://artskingston.ca/member-benefits/) - Enjoy special discounts and perks as a Kingston Arts Council member. These benefits are exclusive to Kingston Arts Council Members. - [The KAC Membership Program](https://artskingston.ca/the-kac-membership-program/) - Join KAC's Membership Program to receive benefits like being added to the Member Directory, get local business discounts, access to health insurance, & more! - [Board of Directors](https://artskingston.ca/board-of-directors/) - Meet the board of directors for the Kingston Arts Council! Find out more about applying to join the board and what it takes to help make the KAC successful! - [About the Pocket Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/pocket-gallery/) - The Pocket Gallery is a small, but mighty exhibition space that allows the KAC to support and feature emerging and established artists in Kingston. - [City of Kingston Arts Fund](https://artskingston.ca/ckaf/) - CKAF provides grants to local arts organizations, artists, & collectives to foster creativity at all levels and enrich how Kingston experiences the arts. - [Current Exhibit - Pocket Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/current-exhibit/) - Learn more about the current exhibit on display at the Kingston Art Council's small, but mighty, Pocket Gallery. Featuring KAC member artists. - [Our Team](https://artskingston.ca/our-team/) - Curious about who works at the Kingston Arts Council? Meet the hardworking employees of the KAC! Learn more about the team, their contact information, and more! - [CKAF Operating Grants](https://artskingston.ca/ckaf-operating/) - CKAF Operating Grants support nonprofit arts organizations who exhibit high achievement in arts programming & fulfill a significant role in the community. - [Festival Grants](https://artskingston.ca/ckaf-festivals/) - Festival Grants are annual grants to support the production, presentation, and operations of arts festivals that have a city-wide impact. - [Get Involved](https://artskingston.ca/get-involved/) - Looking to get involved with the Kingston Arts Council? Check out these employment, volunteer, and board member opportunities! - [Exhibition Archives](https://artskingston.ca/exhibition-archives/) - The Kingston Art Council's exhibition archives for previous exhibitions in both the Unit 115 Exhibition Space and the Pocket Gallery! - [Mayors Arts Awards](https://artskingston.ca/mayors-arts-awards/) - The Mayor’s Arts Awards is an annual recognition program that celebrates artistic achievement as well as extraordinary support for and contributions to the arts - [Member Directory](https://artskingston.ca/members/) - KAC Members will are included in the new KAC Member Directory, a searchable, filterable public databaseshowcasing local artists working in all disciplines. - [Register](https://artskingston.ca/register/) - If you see "You are already registered", you have completed setting up your profile and no further registration or renewal actions are required. Click here to go to your profile. - [Grants Board](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboard/) - KAC's GRANTS BOARD provides a comprehensive list of local, provincial, and national grant opportunities to support artists and arts organizations. - [Grants](https://artskingston.ca/grants/) - Learn more about the Kingston Arts Council's granting opportunities like the City of Kingston Arts Fund, Nan Yeoman's Grant, and our Grant Board. - [Artist Prosperity Project](https://artskingston.ca/artist-prosperity-project/) - The Artist Prosperity Project is a survey that seeks to understand the realities of working as an artist in Katarokwi/Kingston and the surrounding region. - [YGK Arts Project](https://artskingston.ca/community/) - YGK Arts Project A Farewell to the YGK Arts Project The YGK Arts Project concluded in December 2024. Over 8 years, this initiative featured snapshots of Katarokwi/Kingston's arts sector, highlighting the incredible talents that make our city an exciting place to live. The YGK Arts Project recognized, celebrated, and profiled artists and individuals working in - [News](https://artskingston.ca/news-2/) - An archive of press releases and news updates from the Kingston Arts Council about our work, programming, events, and more! - [Nan Yeomans Grant For Artistic Development](https://artskingston.ca/nan-yeomans-grant-for-artistic-development/) - The grant is open to all emerging artists and/or artisans between the ages of 17–40 working in visual media who demonstrate financial need. - [Our Supporters](https://artskingston.ca/our-supporters/) - A comprehensive list of funders, donors, and supporters that support the work of the Kingston Arts Council as found in KAC's latest annual report. - [Support the Kingston Arts Council](https://artskingston.ca/support/) - Help support the Kingston Arts Council in our mission to provide strategic leadership and services for the arts and reach our vision of a Kingston where: - [About The Kingston Arts Council](https://artskingston.ca/about/) - The KAC is the region's primary resource for arts information, support & services for the arts — as a funder, advocate, resource & facilitator of opportunities - [Arts Events Calendar](https://artskingston.ca/events-calendar/) - This calendar is filterable, making it easier for you to find what you are looking for! Or submit upcoming arts events to be featured in our calendar! - [Funding Agencies](https://artskingston.ca/funding-agencies/) - A comprehensive list of various organizations, foundations and associations that offer funding for artists in the community - [Membership Subscription](https://artskingston.ca/membership-subscription/) - The Kingston Arts Council’s new Membership Program is designed to support, connect, and inspire Kingston’s artists, community, and arts sector. - [KAC In Conversation](https://artskingston.ca/kac-in-conversation/) - KAC in Conversation - Archive KAC in Conversation was a creative project by the Kingston Arts Council that aimed to bring the arts and culture community together to learn new ideas, challenge the way we think, and provide a platform for diverse voices to be heard. Created in 2015 as a once-a-year event, the project - [Visit the Kingston Arts Council](https://artskingston.ca/visit-us/) - Our office is located inside the Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning, at the Lake level. The KAC is open Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM. - [Kingston Votes](https://artskingston.ca/vote/) - The Kingston Arts Council reached out to all 44 municipal candidates in September 2022 about their positions on arts and culture to help prepare our community for the election in October 2022. You can find the responses of 37 candidates below. Find out where your Councillor stands and stay informed. Kingston City Council directly impacts - [Advocacy Groups and Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/advocacy/) - A dedicated list to help Find organizations, resources, and sources for arts advocacy in Canada, Ontario, and the Kingston region. - [Resources](https://artskingston.ca/resources/) - Your one-stop hub for arts opportunities, news, and support in Kingston! All of the KAC's resources all located in one easy to navigate page. - [Other Service Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/services/) - A comprehensive list of other municipal, provincial and national service organizations for the arts that can be used by artists in Kingston. - [Contact](https://artskingston.ca/contact/) - Contact information and directions to the KAC Office! Phone: 613-546-2787 | Email: info@artskingston.ca | 370 King Street West, Unit 115 Kingston, ON K7L 2X4 - [Account](https://artskingston.ca/account/) - [WorkInCulture Programs](https://artskingston.ca/workinculture-programs/) - The Kingston Arts Council has an ongoing partnership with WorkInCulture to develop and present workshops based in professional development for those working in the arts and culture sector. FLeX Collaboration Spotlight Session: Collaborating with Artists A festival is like an iceberg: the collective experience is the tip, the rest is all the underground work going - [Culture Days](https://artskingston.ca/culture-days/) - Culture Days 2019 The Kingston Arts Council is pleased to once again act as the host organization for Culture Days this year. Registration for Culture Days 2019 is still open, and we encourage all arts organizations in Kingston to add their events to the Culture Days website, contact us and submit these events to the KAC Events - [The Arts and Equity Project](https://artskingston.ca/the-arts-and-equity-project/) - The Arts and Equity Project explores topics like intersectionality, diversity and inclusion with the goal of providing Kingston artists and arts organizations with tools and resources to advance equity in the arts. Through peer-to-peer learning, the project provides participants with insight and resources to help grow their work and practice, as well as opportunities to - [YGK Arts Roundtables](https://artskingston.ca/ygk-arts-roundtables/) - Gathering is at the core of most art making and art sharing practices. As the public health crisis prevents most types of convening, the livelihood of many local artists and arts workers is in jeopardy. Over the months of April and May 2020, the Kingston Arts Council hosted a series of online discussions with the arts - [Privacy Policy](https://artskingston.ca/privacy-policy/) - Member Directory Privacy Policy Kingston Arts Council Last Updated: April 16, 2025 The Kingston Arts Council (KAC) is committed to protecting the privacy of our members. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and manage personal information submitted through the KAC Member Directory, hosted via the Ultimate Member plugin on our website. 1. 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Fellowship These grants fund the professional development - [ADAPT (2021)](https://artskingston.ca/adapt-apply-to-the-city-of-kingston-arts-fund/) - ADAPT GRANTS Program Overview The City of Kingston Arts Fund (CKAF), established in 2007, provides grants to local arts organizations and projects to foster creativity at all levels and enrich how Kingston residents experience and engage with the arts. In 2021, funding for the CKAF annual Operating and Project grant streams was approved by Kingston - [RESILIENCY (2021)](https://artskingston.ca/resiliency-apply-to-the-city-of-kingston-arts-fund/) - RESILIENCY GRANTS Program Overview The City of Kingston Arts Fund (CKAF), established in 2007, provides grants to local arts organizations and projects to foster creativity at all levels and enrich how Kingston residents experience and engage with the arts. 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All voices, ages & levels are welcome! - [Fiercely OK Weekly Song Circle](https://artskingston.ca/events/fiercely-ok-weekly-song-circle/) - Join us at the Union Gallery on Tuesday evenings for community & song. Whether you’re a songbird or only ever sings in the shower, you are oh so welcome! ♥ - [KINGSTON ART TOUR 2026](https://artskingston.ca/events/kingston-art-tour-2026/) - A mix of local talent from pre-teens to retiring artists. Studios, cafés, & community spaces across Kingston & the area will open their doors to local artists. - [Afrocuban Dance & Drumming](https://artskingston.ca/events/afrocuban-dance-drumming/) - All levels and bodies welcome. Live musicians from Toronto, join Amado Dedeu, Reimundo Sosa, Phil Yetman, and Kingstons own dancer & teacher Melissa Noveta. - [Shaping Collections for the Future](https://artskingston.ca/events/shaping-collections-for-the-future/) - Museum professionals, archivists, library technicians, arts & culture workers, this conversation is for you. Who decides what stays in a museum collection? - [Night Moves- Solo Show by Susan Wallis](https://artskingston.ca/events/night-moves-solo-show-by-susan-wallis/) - What happens after dark? Shone on by moonlight, the landscape reveals a rhythm, calling us to consider the life & movement that continues when the sun's gone. - [Dear Evan Hansen musical](https://artskingston.ca/events/dear-evan-hansen-musical-2/) - A modern musical about how we find our place in the world, Dear Evan Hansen follows a socially anxious high school senior who gets entangled in a lie. - [Tett Adult Art Retreat: Fall Edition](https://artskingston.ca/events/tett-adult-art-retreat-fall-edition/) - Designed for adults, the TETT invites you to explore artistic mediums, build practical skills, & connect with other makers in an inspiring, small-group setting. - [Introduction to E-Textiles](https://artskingston.ca/events/introduction-to-e-textiles/) - Electronics in your clothes may sound like science fiction, but e-textiles offer a fun way to explore electricity, circuits, & sensors through craft techniques. - [Isabel and Alfred Bader Lecture in European Art with Dr Mei Mei Rado](https://artskingston.ca/events/isabel-and-alfred-bader-lecture-in-european-art-with-dr-mei-mei-rado/) - Celebrating the legacy. of Drs. Isabel & Alfred Bader, Dr. Mei Mei Rado presents The Silk Road in Reverse: The Global Lives of 18th-Century European Silks. - [Woodland Spirits Solo Show by Jan Mills](https://artskingston.ca/events/woodland-spirits-solo-show-by-jan-mills/) - WOODLAND SPIRITS reflect a deep spiritual connection with nature. It features 4. distinct series: Woodland Spirits Lunar Reflection Beaver Stick Beaver Hut - [Boodle's Cymbeline by William Shakespeare](https://artskingston.ca/events/boodles-cymbeline-by-william-shakespeare/) - This tragic comedy follows Cymbeline’s daughter, Imogen, as she secretly marries her wife, Posthumus. This play be punky, out of the ordinary & extremely funny. - [Kingston Writers Fest](https://artskingston.ca/events/kingston-writersfest/) - A forum where ideas are discussed openly, where writers of all ages, backgrounds, & interests come together for conversation, inspiration, insight, and delight. - [Shakespeare's Cymbeline](https://artskingston.ca/events/shakespeares-cymbeline/) - Boodle Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Cymbeline directed by Charli Birdgenaw. This tragic comedy follows Cymbeline’s daughter, Imogen, as she secretly marries her wife, Posthumus. Cymbeline banishes Posthumus to Italy, where she meets a man named Iachimo. They place a bet to test Imogen’s fidelity. But what comes next brings disguised identities, family reunions, and a - [The Lady Next Door](https://artskingston.ca/events/the-lady-next-door/) - This is the story of 2 different neighbors who share 1 yard. 1 lady is orderly, while the other is messy & exuberant. Blends clowning, theatre, & circus arts. - [Sophie’s Surprise 29th](https://artskingston.ca/events/sophies-surprise-29th/) - This riotous, high-energy party blends circus, outrageous comedy & unapologetic ’90s nostalgia into 1 unforgettable night. With performers of Cirque du Soleil. - [Sing Pitch Perfect with Deke Sharon & Splüsh](https://artskingston.ca/events/sing-pitch-perfect-with-deke-sharon-splush/) - With Deke Sharon's expert guidance, you’ll be crushing it with fellow Pitch Perfect fans. Sheet music will be provided for every audience member to join in! - [She Carries the Song](https://artskingston.ca/events/she-carries-the-song/) - Cardinal (Cree), O’Bonsawin (Abenaki), & Hill (Oneida/Mohawk) collaborate in an intimate piece weaving voice, story, & song into a shared circle of strength. - [GET SKETCHY: An Urban Sketch Carousel Event](https://artskingston.ca/events/get-sketchy-an-urban-sketch-carousel-event/) - With Sumera Khan. An artsy morning, with live urban sketch demos by local artists. After party: 3pm at Skeleton Park for a sketch share & photos. - [Dear Evan Hansen musical](https://artskingston.ca/events/dear-evan-hansen-musical/) - When a private letter falls into the wrong hands, Evan Hansen is swept up in a lie that connects him to a grieving family and a community searching for hope. - [Pay Attention! Art Exhibition of works of Kingston Women Artists](https://artskingston.ca/events/pay-attention-art-exhibition-of-works-of-kingston-women-artists/) - What people pay attention to shapes what they care about. The art work reflects the concerns & interests of 40+ artists political, environmental, or aesthetic. - [TRACY & MARTINA: LIVE COMEDY](https://artskingston.ca/events/tracy-martina-live-comedy/) - Come see the viral East Coast duo as they bring their signature storytelling and off the cuff humour to the stage. Stories, interaction, & plenty of surprises ! - [MIKE RITA | BROOM FACTORY](https://artskingston.ca/events/mike-rita-broom-factory/) - Rita is an award-winning comedian from TO, explores themes of family dynamics, cultural identity, and everyday experiences making him a ‘must-see’ performer. - [Grand OnStage presents Miigis: Underwater Panther – A Red Sky Performance production](https://artskingston.ca/events/grand-onstage-presents-miigis-underwater-panther-a-red-sky-performance-production/) - Miigis: Underwater Panther is a contemporary Indigenous dance work inspired by a legend along ancient water routes from the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes. - [Grand OnStage presents The Velveteen Rabbit](https://artskingston.ca/events/grand-onstage-presents-the-velveteen-rabbit/) - Embark on the journey of The Velveteen Rabbit, reimagined in the modern day: follow the journey of our iconic protagonist - a toy who wants to become ‘real.’ - [Grand OnStage presents Svāhā!](https://artskingston.ca/events/grand-onstage-presents-svaha/) - Svāhā! is a vibrant dance experience celebrating movement as a powerful and shared ritual.. Invites audiences to reflect on how we can be better together. - [The Nutcracker Performed by the United European Ballet Company](https://artskingston.ca/events/the-nutcracker-performed-by-the-united-european-ballet-company/) - This production of the Nutcracker at the Grand brings Clara’s holiday journey to life with elegance & artistry with lavish costumes, sets & the timeless score. - [Grand OnStage presents Hamlet](https://artskingston.ca/events/grand-onstage-presents-hamlet/) - Peruvian company, Teatro LaPlaza’s reimagining of Hamlet features 8 remarkable actors with Down Syndrome who brings sharp humour & perspective to the piece. - [Wild Art Walk, Battersea](https://artskingston.ca/events/wild-art-walk-battersea/) - An art show on a Forest Trail: Wild Art Walk, Battersea - [(19 ) Fallout Cabaret Show](https://artskingston.ca/events/19-fallout-cabaret-show/) - You've escape the vault, you've survived so much... you're ready for the ultimate quest. Featuring Blowpony, Yuni Verse, Wanda-Ful, Abella and Morgan Morbid! - [Buy BACK by Nico Williams | Silent Auction to Support Annual Indigenous Art Exhibition at Union Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/events/buy-back-by-nico-williams-silent-auction-to-support-annual-indigenous-art-exhibition-at-union-gallery/) - Williams’ blue & black Buy BACK mat appeared in pawn shop-inspired installations. Now, you can bid on a special piece of artwork with a unique backstory. - [Escape to the Safe Zone](https://artskingston.ca/events/escape-to-the-safe-zone/) - Investigates the intricate interplay between natural & sociocultural systems via animal/human relationships using Art, installations, & immersive submersions. - [Frétillant et agile](https://artskingston.ca/events/fretillant-et-agile/) - A seasoned puppeteer & captivating storyteller, Jocelyn Sioui brings colourful, larger-than-life characters out of the shadows with: Freitillant et Agile. - [Lennie Gallant](https://artskingston.ca/events/lennie-gallant/) - Reflecting on turbulent times we face, Gallant wrote a heartfelt folk album celebrates our ability to overcome challenges through community, love, & laughter. - [Carine au micro](https://artskingston.ca/events/carine-au-micro/) - Carine au micro is a vibrant performance where gospel, soul, & hip-hop blend with the musical influences of Benin. "Tranche de Vie" is a bold artistic creation. - [Mibenson Sylvain](https://artskingston.ca/events/mibenson-sylvain/) - An emerging as one of the rising voices in Quebec Comedy. Sylvain captivates with contagious energy, natural charisma, & unique perspective on everyday life. - [Kristine St-Pierre](https://artskingston.ca/events/kristine-st-pierre/) - Let yourself be swept away by the magic of the Holiday season with the velvet voice of Franco-Ontarian artist Kristine St-Pierre. - [Dala & Samuel Bourgeois](https://artskingston.ca/events/dala-samuel-bourgeois/) - This double bill unites folk, bluegrass, and rich harmonies for a warm, unforgettable evening. Experience both the ever talented Dala & Samuel Bourgeois. - [Ari Cui Cui et les jeux d’rôles](https://artskingston.ca/events/ari-cui-cui-et-les-jeux-droles/) - Ari Cui Cui & les jeux d’rôles – Classic Tales in Music is a fun & interactive show that encourages children & parents to express emotions through music & play. - [Silvi Tourigny](https://artskingston.ca/events/silvi-tourigny/) - Laugh out loud comedian Silvi & her loyal sidekick, Carole, are more fired up than ever, ready not only to make you laugh but. to get you dancing... in French! - [JourCinéCan | CanFilmDay](https://artskingston.ca/events/jourcinecan-canfilmday/) - Celebrate Canadian Film Day en français and gather with family and friends from 4:30 p.m, over light refreshments before the film. - [Patenteuses](https://artskingston.ca/events/patenteuses/) - Panenteuses focuses on 4 women trying to find where their husbands disappear to. They discover a secret French Canadian society for men: La Patente est 1926. . - [Moonfruits](https://artskingston.ca/events/moonfruits/) - Moonfruits revisits the fictional village of Ste-Quequepart, where bees mysteriously begin devouring anything made of metal, slowly transforming a community. - [Janina Fialkowska](https://artskingston.ca/events/janina-fialkowska/) - Canadian pianist Janina Fialkowska is celebrated for her interpretations of the music of Frédéric Chopin & premieres of major works. - [Mariachi Herencia de México](https://artskingston.ca/events/mariachi-herencia-de-mexico/) - A vibrant celebration of life, memory, & music with their Día de Muertos Tour. Honours the rich traditions of Mexican mariachi. - [Harvest Moon Celebration with David R. Maracle](https://artskingston.ca/events/harvest-moon-celebration-with-david-r-maracle/) - Haudenosaunee artist Maracle's work mixes ancestral teachings & modern creativity. A celebration of harvest, gratitude, & the traditions of Indigenous Peoples. - [Trio Hochelaga](https://artskingston.ca/events/trio-hochelaga/) - Trio Hochelaga has captivated audiences with performances spanning the Classical canon to contemporary works, always infused with passion & refinement. - [Jan Lisiecki](https://artskingston.ca/events/jan-lisiecki/) - Acclaimed Canadian pianist Jan Lisiecki has captivated audiences with poetic insight and refined virtuosity. In this recital, he explores dance-inspired works. - [Bageshree Vaze and Vineet Vyas: In the Darbar](https://artskingston.ca/events/bageshree-vaze-and-vineet-vyas-in-the-darbar/) - In the Darbar brings North Indian classical dance & music to life through an dynamic exchange between dancer & drummer, celebrating rich Indo-Canadian identity. - [Jupiter Ensemble](https://artskingston.ca/events/jupiter-ensemble/) - The Jupiter Ensemble unites some of today’s most dynamic young period-instrument artists in performances of electrifying energy and artistry. - [Swing Shift Big Band](https://artskingston.ca/events/swing-shift-big-band/) - Recognized as one of Canada’s premier big bands. This performance will feature songs from Hollywood, Broadway, and television, delivering timeless standards. - [Gryphon Trio and Rob Kapilow](https://artskingston.ca/events/gryphon-trio-and-rob-kapilow/) - With clarity Kapilow unpacks Beethoven’s genius in the “Archduke Trio”, revealing the ideas behind the notes. Features live performances by the Gryphon Trio. - [Cheng² Duo](https://artskingston.ca/events/cheng²-duo/) - The program pairs Ravel’s Pavane pour une infante défunte & Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition in the duo’s own arrangement with works by Fazil & Wijeratne. - [Keith Whiteduck](https://artskingston.ca/events/keith-whiteduck/) - Sudbury-born Anishinaabe musician Whiteduck performs with genre-blending artistry drawing on classical training, rock, jazz, & Indigenous influences. - [Garrick Ohlsson](https://artskingston.ca/events/garrick-ohlsson/) - Ohlsson is a celebrated worldwide pianist for his commanding technique & expansive artistry. Long regarded as the foremost interpreter of Frédéric. Chopin. - [Missing](https://artskingston.ca/events/missing/) - Missing is told through English and Gitksan, stories of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Set in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, along the Highway of Tears. - [Leticia Moreno and Friends](https://artskingston.ca/events/leticia-moreno-and-friends/) - From Bach’s own Sonata to Heitor Villa-Lobos’ Bachianas Brasileiras this genre-crossing program reveals Baroques brilliance taking root across the Americas. - [Splash’N Boots](https://artskingston.ca/events/splashn-boots/) - Music duo Splash’N Boots, Nick Adams (Splash) and Taes Leavitt (Boots), returns to the Isabel with their latest album, Pencil Lines. - [Reginald Mobley with Baptiste Trotignon](https://artskingston.ca/events/reginald-mobley-with-baptiste-trotignon/) - Singer Reginald Mobley brings overlooked works to life with Black musical traditions. With pianist Baptiste Trotignon who blends tradition & improvisation - [National Arts Centre Orchestra with James Ehnes](https://artskingston.ca/events/national-arts-centre-orchestra-with-james-ehnes/) - Ottawa’s NAC Orchestra, performs at the Isabel as part of a four-day residency. Leading the Orchestra will be acclaimed Canadian violinist James Ehnes. - [Pavel Haas Quartet](https://artskingston.ca/events/pavel-haas-quartet/) - Renowned for their rich tone, passionate intensity, & seamless interplay, the Pavel Haas Quartet is recognized as one of the world’s leading chamber ensembles. - [Sadaf Amini](https://artskingston.ca/events/sadaf-amini/) - Winner of the Isabel’s 2019 YGK Emerging Musician Competition, Sadat expands beyond traditional Iranian repertoire creating a personal musical voice & sound. - [Delirium Musicum](https://artskingston.ca/events/delirium-musicum/) - Founded in 2018, Delirium Musicum is a dynamic Los Angeles-based ensemble known for virtuosic energy, inventive programming, and a boundary-crossing approach. - [Ji Su Jung and Timothy Chooi](https://artskingston.ca/events/ji-su-jung-and-timothy-chooi/) - Percussionist Jung & violinist Choo, celebrated for virtuosity & depth. Jung, known for lyrical marimba. Choo, masters legendary 1714 “Dolphin” Stradivarius. - [Royal Conservatory Orchestra](https://artskingston.ca/events/royal-conservatory-orchestra/) - The Royal Conservatory Orchestra is a leading training orchestra. With guidance of renowned guest conductors, they play regularly at Carnegie Hall and others. - [Élisabeth Pion](https://artskingston.ca/events/elisabeth-pion/) - Pianist Élisabeth Pion, Gold Laureate of the 2025 Honens International Piano Competition, is celebrated for her expressive, versatile, and imaginative playing. - [ensemble132](https://artskingston.ca/events/ensemble132/) - The season opens with ensemble132, a collective of world-class soloists reshaping chamber music through inventive, crafted arrangements. - [Canadian League of Composers 75th Anniversary: Past Presidents’ Piano Recital with John Burge](https://artskingston.ca/events/canadian-league-of-composers-75th-anniversary-past-presidents-piano-recital-with-john-burge/) - Past Presidents’ Piano Recital celebrates 75 years of Canadian creativity with a solo program curated and performed by composer and pianist John Burge. - [A Closer Look Exhibition](https://artskingston.ca/events/a-closer-look/) - Phillida Hargreaves and Denise Sokolsky bring their work together in this new exhibit: A Closer Look on flora and fungi, finding beauty in their tenacity. - [New Exhibit - Aquaculture: Farming the Waters](https://artskingston.ca/events/new-exhibit-aquaculture-farming-the-waters/) - When you think of farming, do you picture fields... or fish? Dive into Aquaculture: Farming the Waters, a new temporary exhibit at the Great Lakes Museum. - [TRACY & MARTINA: LIVE COMEDY](https://artskingston.ca/events/tracy-martina-live/) - All the way from Cape Breton Island, come see the viral East Coast duo as they bring their signature storytelling and off the cuff humour to the stage. - [BRUCE McCULLOCH: DARK PURPLE SLICE - Stand Up](https://artskingston.ca/events/bruce-mcculloch-dark-purple-slice/) - In his latest live show, DARK PURPLE SLICE, Bruce McCulloch features his trademark dark humor with a warm human heart at the center. - [SPENCER KRUG Live at the Broom Factory](https://artskingston.ca/events/spencer-krug/) - With Heated Rivalry putting “I’ll Believe In Anything” on everyone’s playlist, it’s the perfect time to catch Wolf Parade’s Spencer Krug live at the Broom! ## Job Openings - [Craft Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/craft-projects/) - The program supports craft-based practices through grants to Ontario-based artists, curators, ad hoc groups, collectives and organizations. The program has five categories: Research/Creation/Development – Emerging artists and curators: to help cover the costs of research, experimentation, creation, production and/or career development Research/Creation/Development – Mid-career artists and curators: to help cover the costs of research, experimentation, creation, - [Chalmers Professional Development Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/chalmers-professional-development-projects/) - The program supports professional development for Ontario artists who want to gain new artistic skills – or improve existing skills – and advance their arts practice at any stage of their career. It funds all contemporary and traditional art practices that OAC supports in other project programs. All learning must be led by a specialist - [Visual Artists Creation Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/visual-artists-creation-projects/) - The program supports professional Ontario-based visual artists to create new work. The program aims to reflect the range of artistic practices in the visual arts, and to support excellence, regional activity, diverse artists and communities. Deadlines: May 13, 2026 and November 3, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Northern Arts Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/northern-arts-projects/) - The program supports the creation, production and presentation of artwork; professional development; and community-engaged arts initiatives that benefit communities in northern Ontario. Deadlines: April 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Feature Films - Development Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/feature-films-development-program/) - The Development Program finances Canadian feature films at the development stage. The Development Program has four streams: Prequalified Stream General Stream Indigenous Stream Stream for Black People and People of Colour Since the summer of 2024, Telefilm has launched a pilot initiative called the Springboard Initiative by which projects that were unsuccessful under the Production Program but - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: Translation](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-abroad-translation/) - Translation is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It funds activities related to the translation of Canadian literary works or dramatic works into French, English, an Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit or Métis) language from the land now known as Canada, American Sign Language (ASL), Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) or any other regional or Indigenous sign language for publication or presentation - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: International Translation](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-across-canada-and-abroad-international-translation/) - Funding to support the translation of Canadian literary works or dramatic works for international presentation or publication International Translation is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It funds the translation of Canadian literary works or dramatic works for international presentation or publication. Note: Canadian publishers cannot apply. Deadlines: April 22, 2026; September 2, 2026 Learn more / apply - [Visual Arts Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/visual-arts-projects/) - The program supports not-for-profit arts organizations, ad hoc groups, collectives, and independent curators to research, present or document the work of professional Ontario visual artists and connect them with Ontario audiences, or to undertake other initiatives that benefit the visual arts community. Projects may include exhibitions, festivals, catalogues/publications, curatorial research, residency programs (see full list - [Enterprise Fund](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/enterprise-fund/) - The Enterprise Fund is a new pilot program intended to drive economic growth in Ontario’s publishing and screen sectors by investing in innovative strategic business development activities that position these sectors to be globally competitive, integrate new technologies into business processes, and capitalize on success. The objective of the Enterprise Fund is to support entrepreneurial - [Touring and Circulation Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/touring-and-circulation-projects/) - This program supports touring and circulation by Ontario artists, arts groups and arts organizations for audiences across Ontario, Canada and internationally. Grants fund touring presentations and exhibitions in all artistic practices funded by OAC. Tours may also include engagements for audience-building, artist-presenter networking, and market development activities. Deadlines: April 8 and October 22, 2026 1 - [Literary Creation Projects (Works for Performance)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/literary-creation-projects-works-for-performance/) - The program supports Ontario-based literary artists to complete new works for book-length publication or for public performance, and literary performers who wish to record their own repertoire. Deadline: October 21, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Theatre Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/theatre-projects-2/) - The program supports professional theatrical exploration, creation, development, production and presentation, regardless of theatrical tradition - [Seed Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/seed-grant/) - Try something new or find a better way. Seed grants support the research, development, and testing of new ideas and different approaches. Seed grants help organizations, municipalities, and First Nations improve how they deliver programs and services that directly benefit community members. Applicants can apply for funding to carry out projects focused on: organizational planning piloting - [Business Intelligence Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/business-intelligence-program/) - Ontario Creates offers financial support to incorporated not-for-profit industry organizations undertaking business intelligence initiatives aimed at gathering, formulating and disseminating business intelligence relevant to the growth of one or more content creating sectors in Ontario. Deadlines: March 24, 2026 and August 11, 2026 Learn more / apply - [Artists in Communities and Schools Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/artists-in-communities-and-schools-projects/) - The program supports the research, development and realization of community-engaged arts projects in Ontario. Activities involve professional Ontario artists and community members working together to design, develop and realize collective creative experiences. Community-engaged art practices are forms of collective artistic expression. In this field, individuals who aren’t professional artists actively participate in the artistic process, - [Media Artists Creation Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/media-artists-creation-projects/) - The program supports individual professional Ontario-based media artists/directors working with film, video, audio, digital, new media, video and electronic games, and virtual reality as independent artist-controlled art forms in the production and post-production phases of their projects. The program has two categories: Mid-Career & Established Artist: You have completed at least two previous media works - [Curatorial Projects: Indigenous and Culturally Diverse](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/curatorial-projects-indigenous-and-culturally-diverse/) - The program funds the work of Ontario-based Indigenous curators and curators who are people of colour. It aims to increase the ability of Ontario public galleries, artist-run centres and other organizations to present projects by Indigenous curators and curators who are people of colour in contexts determined by the participants. The program supports relationship building - [Indigenous Arts Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/indigenous-arts-projects/) - Indigenous Arts Projects is a multidisciplinary program supporting professional Indigenous artists, ad hoc groups, collectives, and organizations to research, develop, and create new work. The presentation and sharing of Indigenous artistic work and initiatives strengthens and enriches the arts and culture overall, while benefiting both Indigenous artists and their communities. The program is open to - [Indigenous Artists in Communities and Schools Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/indigenous-artists-in-communities-and-schools-projects/) - Indigenous Artists in Communities and Schools Projects is a multidisciplinary program supporting projects that bring together Ontario-based, professional Indigenous artists and arts professionals in communities and schools to provide access to the arts and create meaningful art experiences that transmit Indigenous artistic skills and cultural knowledge to participants. The program is open to emerging, mid-career, - [Théâtre – projets francophones (French only)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/theatre-projets-francophones-french-only/) - Le programme soutient la création, l’exploration, le développement, la production et la présentation d’œuvres dramatiques de langue française en Ontario. Date limite: 29 septembre 2026, 13 h HE En savoir plus - [Musique – projets francophones (French only)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/musique-projets-francophones-french-only/) - Le programme appuie la création, l’enregistrement et la production de chansons de langue française et de musique par des artistes professionnels. Il permet aux artistes de se consacrer à des projets de création ou de production, de favoriser le développement des artistes de la chanson et de la musique en privilégiant l’accès à des ressources - [Littérature – projets francophones (French only)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/litterature-projets-francophones/) - Le programme appuie les activités littéraires au moyen de subventions aux artistes, groupes ad hoc, collectifs et organismes francophones de l’Ontario. Date limite : 29 septembre 2026, 13 h HE En savoir plus - [Arts visuels et métiers d'art - projets francophones](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-visuels-et-metiers-dart-projets-francophones/) - Ce programme fait partie de l'ensemble des programmes des arts francophones, dont l'objectif est de soutenir la vitalité du secteur artistique francophone en Ontario. Toutes les demandes de subvention à ce programme doivent être soumises en français. Le programme appuie les pratiques en arts visuels et en métiers d’art au moyen de subventions aux artistes, - [Arts médiatiques – projets francophones (French only)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-mediatiques-projets-francophones-french-only/) - Le programme subventionne les artistes médiatiques et les réalisateurs francophones indépendants de l’Ontario qui cherchent à développer ou à produire de nouvelles œuvres de cinéma, de la vidéo, de l’art audio, des médias numériques, des nouveaux médias et des jeux vidéo et électroniques. Les projets doivent être en français et s’adresser à un public francophone. - [Industry Development Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/industry-development-program/) - Ontario Creates Industry Development Program provides support to Ontario’s established trade and event organizations to offer initiatives, events and activities with long-term impacts on growth and sustainability in the book, magazine, film, television, and interactive digital media sectors. Applicants must be incorporated not-for-profit Ontario or national organizations offering significant benefit to Ontario participants. Deadlines: March - [Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Short-Term Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/creating-knowing-and-sharing-short-term-projects/) - Short-Term Projects is part of the Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples program. It funds First Nations, Inuit and Métis professional and emerging artists, cultural carriers, arts and cultural professionals, groups, collectives and organizations working in all disciplines. Grants provide support for any combination of eligible Creating, Knowing and Sharing activities for - [Artist Entrepreneur](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/artist-entrepreneur/) - Artist Entrepreneur is for artists rated 3 who are investing in their own masters, copyrights, and live performances. It replaces the Comprehensive Artist program and is designed for increased flexibility for eligible activities and expenses during the program year – aligned with FACTOR’s fiscal (April 1 – March 31). Artist Entrepreneur funding is allocated once - [Dance Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/dance-projects/) - The program supports the creation, production and presentation of live and virtual dance and other initiatives that benefit the Ontario professional dance community. Deadlines: March 12 and September 24, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [The Juried Sound Recording: Album program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/the-juried-sound-recording-album-program/) - The application deadline for fiscal 2026-2027 is September 10, 2026, with program guidelines to come. The JSR: Album program provides funding toward the costs of production of a full-length sound recording. The program is offered first as a standalone Sound Recording. Once the Sound Recording is completed, funding for all related promotional release activities (Marketing, - [Ontario Arts Operating Fund: Theatre Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/theatre-organizations-operating/) - Supports ongoing operations of not-for-profit, professional theatre organizations in Ontario. Priority is given to organizations that demonstrate Canadian work. - [City of Kingston Heritage Fund — Project](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/city-of-kingston-heritage-fund-project/) - The City of Kingston Heritage Fund (CKHF) provides support for museums, heritage projects, cultural groups and historical societies to improve how Kingston’s stories are told locally and to the world. The CKHF was first launched in 2013, as recommended within the Kingston Cultural Plan (2010), with an initial allocation of $100 000 to support project grants only. In - [City of Kingston Heritage Fund — Operating](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/city-of-kingston-heritage-fund-operating/) - The City of Kingston Heritage Fund (CKHF) provides support for museums, heritage projects, cultural groups and historical societies to improve how Kingston’s stories are told locally and to the world. The CKHF was first launched in 2013, as recommended within the Kingston Cultural Plan (2010), with an initial allocation of $100 000 to support project grants only. In - [Music Production and Presentation Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/music-production-and-presentation-projects/) - This program supports the development and presentation of all genres of live and virtual music by Ontario-based professional musicians, ad hoc groups, collectives and organizations. Deadlines: March 25, 2026 and September 17, 2026 Learn more / apply - [Multi and Inter-Arts Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/multi-and-inter-arts-projects/) - The program supports the creation, production and presentation of multi- and inter-arts activities by professional Ontario artists, ad hoc groups, collectives and organizations working in all art forms and initiatives that benefit the professional multi- and inter-arts community. Deadlines: March 12 and September 17, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Diffusion – projets francophones (French only)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/diffusion-projets-francophones-french-only/) - Ce programme fait partie de l'ensemble des programmes des arts francophones, dont l'objectif est de soutenir la vitalité du secteur artistique francophone en Ontario. Toutes les demandes de subvention à ce programme doivent être soumises en français. Le programme soutient les diffuseurs francophones des arts en Ontario qui présentent devant un public dans les collectivités - [Music Creation Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/music-creation-projects/) - The program supports Ontario-based professional artists in creating original musical works. This program supports music creators at all career stages, working in all music genres/styles. Deadlines: March 18 and September 10, 2026, 1 p.m. EST Learn more / apply - [Literary Creation Projects (Works for Publication)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/literary-creation-projects-works-for-publication/) - The program supports Ontario-based literary artists to complete new works for book-length publication or for public performance, and literary performers who wish to record their own repertoire. Deadline: September 10, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Youth Opportunities Fund - Youth Innovations Test Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/youth-innovations-test-grant/) - Grants support youth-led or youth-adult partnerships to test new ideas, explore different approaches, or research important issues. Grassroots work is community-led and community-designed. Shared identities and lived experiences are essential to building relationships with those benefiting from the work and help set the stage for grassroots groups delivering impactful, local projects. A key requirement for - [Youth Opportunities Fund - Youth Innovations Scale Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/youth-innovations-scale-grant/) - Scale your successful project with a proven model to expand your reach or enhance your impact on young people. Successful local projects tailored to the needs of youth can resonate in ways that require a scaled-up response to continue to meet the demand created through trust and collaboration. YOF believes that grassroots leaders with at - [Youth Opportunities Fund - Family Innovations Test Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/family-innovations-test-grant/) - The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) recognizes the impact that healthy and resilient families have on the future success of young people. We define a parent, guardian or caregiver as someone who is responsible for the physical, emotional, and economic wellbeing of children and youth. Our definition of parents, guardians and caregivers is inclusive and respects - [Youth Opportunities Fund - Family Innovations Scale Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/youth-opportunities-fund-family-innovations-scale-grant/) - The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) recognizes the impact that healthy and resilient families have on the future success of young people. Through the Family Innovations grant stream, established groups led by parents, guardians and caregivers can apply for a grant to scale work they have been delivering to community. YOF believes that grassroots leaders with - [Skills and Career Development: Indigenous Arts Professionals and Arts Professionals of Colour](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/skills-and-career-development-indigenous-arts-professionals-and-arts-professionals-of-colour/) - This program supports Ontario-based Indigenous arts professionals and arts professionals of colour, or ad hoc groups and collectives made up of Indigenous arts professionals or arts professionals of colour for professional development and skill-building opportunities that advance applicants’ work and careers. It funds all contemporary and traditional art practices that are supported at OAC. Projects - [Chalmers Arts Fellowships](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/chalmers-arts-fellowships/) - Chalmers Arts Fellowships provide Ontario artists with a significant block of time to undertake an investigation or examination of their artistic practice instead of creating or producing work. The program provides support at a time in an artist’s career when a concentration on artistic growth will have a transformative impact on their long-term artistic development. - [Deaf and Disability Arts: Materials for Visual Artists](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/deaf-and-disability-arts-materials-for-visual-artists/) - The program supports Ontario-based professional Deaf artists and artists with disabilities working in visual art or craft practices to purchase materials. Grant amount(s) Deaf and Disability Arts: Materials for Visual Artists: $500 Important: Partial grants are not awarded. Applicants must have at least $500 of eligible expenses. Deadline: June 16, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn - [Deaf and Disability Arts Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/deaf-and-disability-arts-projects/) - The program supports Ontario-based: artists and arts professionals who are Deaf and/or have a disability ad hoc groups, collectives and arts organizations mandated to serve and led by artists or arts professionals who are Deaf and/or have a disability It funds work in all disciplines that are supported at OAC: Dance Literature Media arts Multi - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: International Residencies](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-abroad-residencies/) - International Residencies is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It funds activities linked to international artistic and cultural exchanges for Canadian artists, arts workers, artistic groups and artistic organizations. Funding supports creative research and creation that include networking activities within the context of a residency abroad. Connecting Canadian artists to audiences and the world Arts Across - [Organizational Mentors](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/organizational-mentors/) - Support and mentor grassroots groups as they deliver essential projects through the Youth Opportunities Fund to benefit youth and families. An Organizational Mentor provides administrative support, project mentoring and financial accountability for projects carried out by grassroots groups. This creates opportunities for stronger supports and systems, helping grassroots groups to lead work in their communities. - [Promoter Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/promoter-program/) - The Promoter Program is a pilot initiative aimed at supporting Canadian-owned live music companies presenting concerts by Canadian artists. The goal of the Promoter Program is to share the risk of investment with companies who have a track record of successfully presenting concerts by Canadian artists. This pilot program will support the concert promotion activities - [Collective Initiatives](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/collective-initiatives/) - The Collective Initiatives program is comprised of three components which, singly or in combination, help finance music industry events, showcases, and productions which have a collective benefit to the Canadian music industry. Every event or initiative funded under this program must be collective in nature. Projects cannot predominantly benefit any one artist or enterprise. Successful projects - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: Circulation and Touring](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-abroad-circulation-and-touring/) - Circulation and Touring is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It funds the circulation and touring of artists, exhibitions and artistic works and activities linked to artistic exchange and networking for Canadian artists, artistic groups and arts organizations. Grants support the presentation and exhibition of performances and works by Canadian artists, which - [Publishing Marketing and Discoverability Fund](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/publishing-marketing-and-discoverability-fund/) - The Publishing Marketing & Discoverability Fund is intended to drive economic growth in Ontario’s publishing (book and magazine) sectors by investing in marketing activities that elevate company revenues and job retention/growth. It is also intended to support emerging companies and DEI initiatives to drive overall industry growth. The objectives of the Publishing Marketing & Discoverability - [Festivals, activities and cinemas: Theatrical Exhibition Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/festivals-activities-and-cinemas-theatrical-exhibition-program/) - The Theatrical Exhibition Program supports exhibitors and theatres across Canada that are programming Canadian films. Deadline: June 2, 2026 Learn more / apply - [Supporting Artistic Practice: National Arts Service Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/national-arts-service-organizations/) - Multi-year funding for national arts service organizations National Arts Service Organizations is part of the Supporting Artistic Practice program. It provides multi-year funding to Canadian arts service organizations with mandates to promote and support the arts on a national level. Grants support service organizations committed to developing and sustaining the vitality of the professional arts sector in Canada through - [Supporting Artistic Practice: Support Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/support-organizations/) - Multi-year funding for support organizations that provide targeted resources for artistic development Support Organizations is part of the Supporting Artistic Practice program. It provides multi-year funding to Canadian arts organizations that reinforce Canadian art practice through a range of targeted activities and services, including those that bolster the creative and professional capacities of artists of all disciplines. Deadline: - [Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Long-Term Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/creating-knowing-and-sharing-long-term-projects/) - Long-Term Projects is part of the Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples program. It funds First Nations, Inuit and Métis professional artists, cultural carriers, arts and cultural professionals, groups, collectives and organizations. Grants provide support for any combination of eligible Creating, Knowing and Sharing activities for projects lasting more than 1 - [Sponsorship](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/sponsorship/) - The Sponsorship program allows FACTOR to support music-related projects and events which are not captured in other program mandates. New and genre-specific music festivals, broadcaster conferences, workshops, artist development programs, industry association events, and international showcases are examples of projects that FACTOR has supported. Extra consideration may be given to projects and events that largely - [The Juried Sound Recording: Single/EP program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/the-juried-sound-recording-single-ep-program/) - The Juried Sound Recording: Single/EP program provides 50% of eligible expenses up to a maximum of $25,000 to artists creating new recordings for a single and/or EP format, within a fiscal year. Specifically, 1-6 songs with a combined total running time of under 30 minutes. This program is designed to augment FACTOR’s current Artist programs - [Artist Development](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/artist-development/) - The Artist Development program (AD) offers 75% of eligible expenses up to a maximum of $5,000 towards a year of artist development activities including sound recording, touring, showcasing, video content production, and marketing. This program is intended to provide support towards the professionalization and integration of early career artists into the music industry. Artists with an established track - [Festivals, activities and cinemas: General Admission Festivals Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/festivals-activities-and-cinemas-general-admission-festivals-program/) - The General Admission Festivals Program provides financial support to emerging and small-scale Canadian film festivals that help promote Canadian films and talent and stimulate demand for our multiscreen content. As a partner of choice, Telefilm Canada is committed to advancing the development of the industry and reaching audiences where they are. Through this Program, Telefilm - [City of Kingston Arts Fund: Operating Grants](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/operating-grants-city-of-kingston-arts-fund/) - Operating Grants are annual grants supporting the operations, programs and/or services of a wide range of non-profit arts organizations in Kingston. - [City of Kingston Arts Fund: Festival Grants](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/festival-grants-city-of-kingston-arts-fund/) - Festival Grants are annual grants to support the production, presentation, and operations of arts festivals that have a city-wide impact. - [Festivals, activities and cinemas: Medium to Large-Scale Festivals Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/festivals-activities-and-cinemas-medium-to-large-scale-festivals-program/) - Telefilm Canada’s Medium to Large-Scale Festivals Program provides financial support to long-established medium to large-scale Canadian film festivals that help promote Canadian films and talent and stimulate demand for our multiscreen content.As a partner of choice, Telefilm is committed to advancing the development of the industry and reaching audiences where they are. Through this Program, - [Feature Films - Talent to Watch Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/feature-films-talent-to-watch-program/) - The Talent to Watch Program supports emerging filmmakers looking to finance the production stage of their first feature film project(s). The Talent to Watch Program has three streams: Industry Partner Stream: For projects that are recommended by a Designated Industry Partner. Festival Selection Stream: For emerging filmmakers who have directed a short film that was - [Music Recording Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/music-recording-projects/) - The program supports the recording of music by Ontario-based musicians including composers, songwriters and beat producers. Deadlines: April 21, 2026 and November 5, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: Public Outreach](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-across-canada-public-outreach-project-grants/) - Funding for activities that build connections between artists and diverse audiences and contribute to the public appreciation and enjoyment of the arts in Canada Public Outreach is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It supports activities of Canadian groups and organizations that contribute to the public appreciation and enjoyment of the arts in Canada. Funding supports - [International Promotion Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/international-promotion-program/) - The Canada Feature Film Fund of Telefilm Canada seeks to improve the long-term viability of the Canadian audiovisual industry. The CFFF’s International Promotion Program, previously known as the Participation at International Festivals and Events Support Program, is aimed at encouraging the international promotion of Canadian audiovisual works through participation in international festivals and events. The - [International Promotion Program – Distribution Support](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/international-promotion-program-distribution-support/) - Through the Distribution Support stream of the International Promotion Program, Telefilm Canada seeks to encourage the international distribution of Canadian feature films by providing a financial contributionto Canadian production companies having sold the exploitation rights of eligible projects in foreign territories.This Program reflects Telefilm’s priority to support the Canadian film industry in the achievement of - [Literary Organizations Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/literary-organizations-projects/) - This program supports the professional presentation, and promotion of written and oral Canadian literatures in Ontario, and the development of professional, ongoing arts and literary publishing capacity in the province. Deadline: April 14, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Supporting Artistic Practice: Literary Publishing Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/literary-publishing-projects/) - Funding for Canadian publishers to support the publication of literary books and magazines written by Canadian authors Literary Publishing Projects is part of the Supporting Artistic Practice program. It funds Canadian publishers of literary books and magazines committed to developing and promoting Canadian literary authors through the publishing process. Grants support the publication of literary books and magazines - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: Foreign Artists Tours](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-across-canada-foreign-artists-tours/) - Support to circulate exhibitions or tour artists from abroad to provide new experiences to the public in Canada Foreign Artists Tours is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It supports not-for-profit arts organizations in Canada so that they can circulate exhibitions or tour artists from abroad to provide new experiences to the public in Canada. - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: International Co-Productions](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-abroad-co-productions/) - International Co-productions is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It provides support for the realization of new works or exhibitions developed for the public by Canadian artistic groups and arts organizations in partnership with foreign arts organizations. Support is for: artistic co-productions: 2 or more artistic groups and/or organizations combine creative, financial and human resources - [Feature Films - Theatrical Documentary Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/feature-films-theatrical-documentary-program/) - The Theatrical Documentary Program supports Canadian production companies at the production and/or postproduction stage of their feature-length documentary projects aimed primarily at theatrical audiences. The guiding principles of the Program are to invest in: theatrical documentary films that will speak to Canadian and international audiences, and that will bring both cultural impact and audience engagement. - [Ontario Arts Operating Fund: Media Arts Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/media-arts-organizations-operating/) - The program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit, professional media arts organizations in Ontario. Deadline: March 31, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Funding cycle year: 3 Learn more / apply - [Ontario Arts Operating Fund: Multi and Inter-Arts Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/multi-and-inter-arts-organizations-operating/) - The program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit professional multi- and inter-arts organizations in Ontario. Deadline: March 31, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Funding cycle year: 2 Learn more / apply - [Ontario Arts Operating Fund: Music Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/music-organizations-operating/) - The program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit, opera companies, orchestras, choral organizations and other music-mandated producers and presenters in Ontario. Deadlines: March 31 and September 22, 2026, 1 p.m. ETFunding cycle year: 2 Learn more / apply - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: Micro-grants](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-across-canada-and-abroad-micro-grants/) - Funding for activities that support the professional growth and advancement of artistic careers or practices of artists, arts workers, groups and organizations Micro-grants funds activities that will grow and advance your artistic career or practice. This may include engaging in career or artistic development activities, participation in a presentation or exhibition opportunity, increasing accessibility for audiences, - [Ontario Arts Operating Fund: Dance Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/dance-organizations-operating/) - The program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit, professional dance organizations in Ontario. Deadline: March 24, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Funding cycle year: 1 Learn more / apply - [Ontario Arts Operating Fund: Literature Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/literary-organizations-operating/) - The program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit, professional literary organizations in Ontario, except for book and magazine publishers. Deadline: March 24, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Funding cycle year: 1 Learn more / apply - [Community Grants Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/community-grants-program/) - Granting Priorities: Inclusivity and Belonging, Learning and Growing, Strengthened Non-profits, Sustainable Futures, Thriving People Applications Open: Friday, February 13th, 2026 Funding Range: $1,400 to $25,000 (2025) The Community Grants Program provides flexible support for local organizations through Equipment, Program, and Operations grants, helping community projects grow and thrive. In 2025, the Community Grants Program awarded - [Ontario Arts Operating Fund: Francophone Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/ontario-arts-operating-fund-francophone-organizations/) - This program supports Ontario-based not-for-profit arts organizations and for-profit publishers led by, working with and providing services to professional artists across arts disciplines and sectors. Operating grants are a form of sustained investment in the province’s arts infrastructure. Through the Ontario Arts Operating Fund, the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) aims to: foster a dynamic and - [Ontario Arts Operating Fund: Visual Arts Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/visual-arts-artist-run-centres-and-organizations-operating/) - The program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit, professional visual arts organizations in Ontario. Deadline: March 24, 2026, 1 p.m. ET Funding cycle year: 1 Learn more / apply - [Youth Opportunities Fund - System Innovations Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/youth-opportunities-fund-system-innovations-grant/) - System Innovations grants support collaboratives as they aim to understand and strengthen systems so they work better for youth. Sectors such as education, justice, child welfare, language and culture, social services and employment play a critical role in the social and economic wellbeing of youth. When there are gaps in the infrastructure and interactions within and - [Media Arts Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/media-arts-projects/) - The program supports not-for-profit organizations and ad hoc groups, collectives that present, document or disseminate the work of professional Ontario media artists, or that provide media artists with professional development opportunities. The program has three categories: Presentation Professional Development Publication The program gives priority to projects that support independent media arts, and Canadian artists and - [Capital Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/capital-grant/) - Programs and services that support the people of Ontario are delivered locally in a range of community buildings and physical spaces. These places provide opportunities for activity, recreation, and connection and play an important role in creating healthy and vibrant communities where everyone feels a sense of belonging. In the Capital grant stream, OTF funds - [Festivals, activities and cinemas: Promotion Program – Industry Initiatives Stream](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/festivals-activities-and-cinemas-promotion-program-industry-initiatives-stream/) - The Promotion Program’s Industry Initiatives Stream provides funding to activities that stimulate demand for Canadian content. Activities include: National award ceremonies for film, television or digital media Alternative distribution networks Conferences, panels and networking events Training activities Learn more / apply - [Company Envelope: Top-Tier](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/company-envelope-top-tier/) - Company Envelope: Top-Tier funding for music companies is allocated once a year for a recipient to undertake a suite of activities fostering the development of Canadian artists and the promotion of their music. This can include expenses related to the production and marketing of sound recordings, domestic and international tours and showcases, music publishing, artist - [Company Envelope: Mid-Tier](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/company-envelope-mid-tier/) - Company Envelope: Mid-Tier is intended to serve businesses between FACTOR’s entry level Support for Eligible Music Companies programs and the Company Envelope: Top-Tier program. It is designed for increased flexibility for eligible activities and expenses during the program year. Most recent deadline: January 22, 2026 Learn more / apply - [Support for Eligible Music Companies](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/support-for-eligible-music-companies/) - Support for Eligible Music Companies is the introductory program in FACTOR’s Company laneway. Through it, FACTOR provides funding to new and emerging companies for business development initiatives that support the marketing and promotion of the company and its services, domestic and international travel to support the company’s development objectives, as well as funding for music - [The Ontario Music Investment Fund](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/the-omif-music-creation-stream/) - The Ontario Music Investment Fund (OMIF) is designed to provide targeted economic development investment to the province’s vibrant and diverse music industry. OMIF supports Ontario music companies with strong growth potential to maximize return on investment (ROI), and create more opportunities for emerging artists to record and perform in Ontario. Key Program Goals: Focus resources - [Fall Gift Competition](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/major-gift-competition/) - The Fall Gift Competition is held in the fall season between September and October. Subject to available funds, applications for funding up to $7,500 are considered. This competition is designed to support smaller scale initiatives which can still have a tremendous impact in our community. Deadline: 15 October 2026 Learn more / apply - [Feature Films — Marketing Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/marketing-program/) - This program is for Canadian distribution and production companies seeking financial support for the marketing and distribution of their feature film project(s). Canadian distribution companies seeking to be recognized as eligible Canadian distributors under other Telefilm programs may refer to the Guidelines for the eligibility criteria and the eligibility application form available on the program - [System Innovations Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/system-innovations-grant/) - System Innovations grants support collaboratives as they aim to understand and strengthen systems so they work better for youth. Deadline: February 18, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Ontario Arts Presenters Projects](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/ontario-arts-presenters-projects/) - The program aims to develop audiences for the arts in Ontario regions outside of Toronto. It supports Ontario-based presenter organizations, ad hoc groups and collectives led by volunteer community members, as well as municipalities, colleges and universities to present professional artists in all OAC-funded disciplines and to offer associated audience engagement activities. The program supports - [The Stark Family Fund](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/the-stark-family-fund/) - The Stark Family Fund supports community projects and charities across Prince Edward County with a focus on Animal Welfare, Arts & Culture, Community Development, Education, and Health & Social Services. Established in 2002 through a bequest from the Stark Family of Bloomfield, ON, the Fund has granted over $1.321 million since its inception. In 2025, - [Winter Gift Competition](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/winter-gift-competition/) - The Winter Gift Competition is held in the first quarter of the year. Subject to available funds, applications for funding between $25,000 and $100,000 are considered. The Winter Gift Competition is designed to support larger scale capital projects and initiatives which will have a long lasting impact in our community. Deadline: 11 February 2026 Learn - [Community Outreach Grants](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/community-outreach-grants/) - Every January, The Rotary Club of Kingston invites local not-for-profit organizations to submit grant applications to fund innovative community projects. Projects aligning with our club’s goals to support initiatives that address needs of children & youth, children & adults living with disabilities, seniors, food security and/or the environment - and Rotary International’s Seven Areas of - [Feature Films — Production Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/feature-films-production-program/) - The Production Program supports Canadian audiovisual production companies that are looking to finance Canadian feature-length films at the production or post-production stage. This program has multiple deadlines and dates. Please consult their website for more information. - [Explore and Create: Artistic Creation](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/research-and-creation/) - Artistic Creation will support artistic research and experimentation, creation, production and public sharing of artistic work. Canadian artists, groups and arts organizations can apply for project grants to develop, create and share artistic works at any or all stages of the creative process. Projects must primarily aim to support the creation of artistic work. Projects that involve - [Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Small-Scale Activities](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/small-scale-activities/) - Project funding for materials, and artistic or professional development Small-Scale Activities is part of the Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples program. It funds activities that will advance your artistic career or practice. This may include acquiring materials for artistic production, engaging in career or artistic development activities or benefitting - [Supporting Artistic Practice: Composite Activities](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/sector-innovation-and-development-composite/) - Multi-year activity support for Canadian artists, arts and cultural workers, artistic groups and organizations to carry out multiple, large or complex projects, for a period of up to 3 years Composite Activities is part of the Supporting Artistic Practice program. It funds multi-year activities for Canadian artists, arts and cultural workers, artistic groups and organizations to carry out - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: Representation and Promotion](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-abroad-representation-and-promotion/) - Representation and Promotion is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It funds travel linked to promotion and the development of markets for Canadian artists and artistic works. Grants are available to registered or incorporated Canadian arts organizations to represent Canadian artists, develop their global presence, seek out new opportunities and establish a place for Canadian - [Grow Grant](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/grow-grant/) - Take a successful project to a new level. Grow grants provide a higher level of funding over 2-3 years to help proven community projects increase their impact. Grow grants range from $100,000 to $600,000 over 2 or 3 years. Grants support established programs and services that have a proven track record of success and meet community - [***Publishing Organizations: Operating (Book Publishers)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/publishing-organizations-operating-book-publishers/) - The program supports Ontario-based, Canadian-owned book and magazine publishers that publish works of literary, artistic or cultural importance for the general public. Deadline: March 4, 2025 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [**Arts Organizations in Communities and Schools: Operating](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-organizations-in-communities-and-schools-operating/) - This program supports the ongoing operations of Ontario-based, not-for-profit community-engaged arts organizations working in Ontario communities or schools. Deadline: April 1, 2025, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply - [Intellectual Property Fund](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/idm-fund-production-and-concept-definition/) - The Intellectual Property Fund (IP Fund) is intended to drive economic growth in Ontario’s screen sectors by investing in activities that support the production and exploitation of innovative, high-quality, consumer-focused content. The IP Fund consists of two program streams: The IP Fund - Linear Content stream supports Production and Development phases for feature film and digital series. - [Supporting Artistic Practice: Sector Support, Innovation and Development](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/sector-innovation-and-development-project/) - Funding for projects that encourage and support the ongoing growth, strengthening, and development of the arts sector Sector Support, Innovation and Development is part of the Supporting Artistic Practice program. It funds projects by artists, arts professionals, cultural connectors, groups and organizations. These projects encourage and support the ongoing growth, strengthening and development of the arts sector. Organizations that receive core funding - [Awesome Foundation Microgrants](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/awesome-foundation-microgrants/) - The Awesome Foundation awards a $1,000 microgrant each month at a public pitch party to make an awesome idea come true. At the pitch party, finalists take the stage to give a 90-second 'elevator pitch' and take questions from the trustees and audience. At the end of the night, the trustees deliberate, and one of - [Video Program](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/video-program/) - The Video program contributes to the cost of producing music videos for eligible Canadian sound recordings by artists rated 2 and 3. A maximum of $30,000 in video funding is available per qualifying release per fiscal year, across all programs. This means that applications for video support within this program will diminish the amount that - [Songwriter Development](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/songwriter-development/) - The Songwriter Development program offers a $2,000 subsidy toward a year of songwriting initiatives, such as domestic and international travel for co-writing sessions and trips, songwriting camps and workshops, and eligible showcases. This program has rolling deadlines. Please visit the website for details. Learn more / apply - [Live Performance](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/live-performance/) - The Live Performance program subsidizes the cost of domestic and international performances including showcases and tours. There are two components to this program: Tour Support and Showcase. Please review the component rules to ensure your project is eligible. To qualify for either of these components, you must either have a current release (released no longer than - [***Public Art Galleries: Operating](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/public-art-galleries-operating/) - The program’s priorities are to support diverse public art galleries that demonstrate a commitment to Ontario’s visual arts infrastructure, including exhibition/presentation, production, distribution, artist development, and opportunities created for the public to interact with contemporary visual art. This program's deadline has passed. Learn more / apply - [**Publishing Organizations: Operating (Magazine Publishers)](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/publishing-organizations-operating-magazine-publishers/) - The program supports Ontario-based, Canadian-owned book and magazine publishers that publish works of literary, artistic or cultural importance for the general public. This program's deadline has passed. Learn more / apply - [Project Grants - City of Kingston Arts Fund](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/project-grants-city-of-kingston-arts-fund/) - Apply to the City of Kingston Arts Fund 2025 Project Grants! Applications are due Thursday, 31 July 2025 by 11:59 PM ET. - [Community Anniversaries – Building Communities through Arts and Heritage](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/community-anniversaries-building-communities-through-arts-and-heritage/) - Building Communities through Arts and Heritage – Community Anniversaries component provides funding to local groups for non-recurring local events, with or without a minor capital project. Funding is available for non-recurring events that mark the 100th anniversary or greater, in increments of 25 years (e.g., 125th, 150th); of a significant local historical event or personality. - [Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Indigenous Organizations](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/creating-knowing-and-sharing-indigenous-organizations/) - Multi-year funding for not-for-profit and for-profit Indigenous organizations that explore innovative strategies for Indigenous creative and cultural expression Indigenous Organizations is part of the Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples program. It funds First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations that engage in contemporary, customary or traditional artistic and cultural - [Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Travel](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/travel-first-nations-inuit-and-metis-peoples/) - Project funding for First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, groups, and organizations to attend significant events that advance professional development or artistic research, enable access to new markets, and build audiences Travel is part of the Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples program. It funds First Nations, Inuit and - [Supporting Artistic Practice: Literary Publishers](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/literary-publishers/) - Multi-year funding for literary book and magazine publishers Literary Publishers is part of the Supporting Artistic Practice program. It provides multi-year funding to Canadian publishers of literary books and magazines committed to developing and promoting Canadian literary writers and artists through the publishing process. This program will open again in Spring 2027. Learn more / apply - [Arts Across Canada and Abroad: Arts Festivals and Presenters](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-across-canada-arts-festivals-and-presenters/) - Multi-year funding for Arts Festivals and Presenters that showcase artistic work and build relationships between artists and audiences. Arts Festivals and Presenters is part of the Arts Across Canada and Abroad program. It provides multi-year funding to Canadian arts organizations that present and exhibit art and literary works to audiences in Canada. Grants support festivals and presenters in - [Strategic Funds and Initiatives: Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities Fund](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/market-access-strategy-for-official-language-minority-communities-fund/) - The Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund aims to increase access of applicants from OLMCs to a diversity of markets and publics. This fund supports Canadian professional artists, arts professionals, artistic groups and arts organizations who self-identify as belonging to an OLMC (defined as groups of people whose maternal or chosen official language - [Strategic Funds and Initiatives: Access Support Fund](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/access-support-fund/) - Access Support funds individual applicants who self-identify as Deaf, having disabilities or living with mental illness, as well as groups and organizations that dedicate the majority of their resources towards supporting these communities. This supplementary grant provides a contribution towards costs for specific services and supports required to carry out a project funded through a Canada Council program (from - [*Arts Service Organizations: Operating](https://artskingston.ca/grantsboardpost/arts-service-organizations-operating/) - The program supports the ongoing operations of not-for-profit, professional arts service organizations in Ontario. Arts service organizations may have provincial, national, regional or local mandates. Deadline: March 13, 2025, 1 p.m. ET Learn more / apply ## Tags - [Textile](https://artskingston.ca/tag/textile/) - [Immersive](https://artskingston.ca/tag/immersive/) - [Band](https://artskingston.ca/tag/band/) - [Performance](https://artskingston.ca/tag/performance/) - [Theatre](https://artskingston.ca/tag/theatre/) - [Ensemble](https://artskingston.ca/tag/ensemble/) - [Music](https://artskingston.ca/tag/music/) - [Dance](https://artskingston.ca/tag/dance/) - [Art](https://artskingston.ca/tag/art/) - [Comedy](https://artskingston.ca/tag/comedy/) - [Literary](https://artskingston.ca/tag/literary/) - [Reading](https://artskingston.ca/tag/reading/) ## Event Location - [Art Noise Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/art-noise-gallery/) - [Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/isabel-bader-centre-for-the-performing-arts/) - [Union Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/union-gallery/) - [Chalmers United Church](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/chalmers-united-church/) - [Grand Theatre](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/grand-theatre/) - One of the main cultural venues in the greater Kingston region, the City’s Kingston Grand Theatre serves as the prime performing arts venue for hundreds of professional and amateur performances. - [MELT Studio Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/melt-studio-gallery/) - [Kingston Grand Theatre](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/kingston-grand-theatre/) - [Rehearsal Hall, Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/rehearsal-hall-tett-centre-for-creativity-and-learning/) - [Le Sésame Theatre](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/le-sesame-theatre/) - [East Community Center](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/east-community-center/) - [Broom Factory](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/broom-factory/) - The Broom Factory functions as a collaboration between its tenants working in film (Kingston Canadian Film Festival), music (KPP Concerts), and architecture (RAW Design). By day, the venue serves as office space for its tenants. By night, the Broom transforms into a performance/arts venue, hosting concerts, screenings, workshops, and many other events that support the Inner Harbour’s creative community. Since opening to the public in late 2022, the Broom has hosted artists like Bruce McCulloch, Charlie Kaufman, Dax, Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Laura Jane Grace, Whitehorse, Dizzy, and hundreds of others. - [Kingston Frameworks](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/kingston-frameworks/) - [Joanne Gervais Studio Galleries](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/joanne-gervais-studio-galleries/) - [Great Lakes Museum](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/great-lakes-museum/) - [Kingston Marriott](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/kingston-marriott/) - [The Legion 560](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/the-legion-560/) - [Tett Gallery, Tett Centre](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/tett-gallery-tett-centre/) - [Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/tett-centre-for-creativity-learning/) - [Milburn Creek Trail, Battersea, Ontario](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/milburn-creek-trail-battersea-ontario/) - [Community Gallery, Lake Level, Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/community-gallery-lake-level-tett-centre-for-creativity-and-learning/) - [St. Mark's Lutheran Church](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/st-marks-lutheran-church/) - [Joseph S. Stauffer Library at Queens University](https://artskingston.ca/event-location/joseph-s-stauffer-library-at-queens-university/) ## Event Organizer - [Kingston WritersFest](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/kingston-writersfest/) - [Agnes Etherington Art Centre](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/agnes-etherington-art-centre/) - [Kingston Canadian Film Festival](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/kingston-canadian-film-festival/) - [Centre culturel Frontenac](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/centre-culturel-frontenac/) - [Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/isabel-bader-centre-for-the-performing-arts/) - [JOANNE GERVAIS ARTIST](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/joanne-gervais-artist/) - [City of Kingston - Arts and Culture Services](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/city-of-kingston-arts-and-culture-services/) - [Leisa Rich](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/leisa-rich/) - [Melt Studio and Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/melt-studio-and-gallery/) - [Union Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/union-gallery/) - [Kingston Meistersingers](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/kingston-meistersingers/) - [Fiercely OK](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/fiercely-ok/) - [Great Lakes Museum](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/great-lakes-museum/) - [BeeWitched](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/beewitched/) - [Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/tett-centre-for-creativity-learning/) - [Steph Drouin](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/steph-drouin/) - [Wild Art Walk](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/wild-art-walk/) - [Get Sketchy](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/get-sketchy/) - [Kingston Grand Theatre](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/kingston-grand-theatre/) - [Boodle Theatre Company](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/boodle-theatre-company/) - [Melissa Noveta Dance](https://artskingston.ca/event-organizer/melissa-noveta-dance/) ## Discipline Categories - [Multidisciplinary](https://artskingston.ca/event-type/multidisciplinary/) - [Music](https://artskingston.ca/event-type/music/) - [Performing Arts](https://artskingston.ca/event-type/performing-arts/) - [Literary](https://artskingston.ca/event-type/literary/) - [Visual Arts](https://artskingston.ca/event-type/visual-arts/) - [Crafts](https://artskingston.ca/event-type/crafts/) - [Film](https://artskingston.ca/event-type/film/) ## Event type Categories - [Workshop / Professional development](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/workshop-professional-development/) - [Festival](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/festival/) - [Ceremony / Opening](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/opening-ceremony/) - [Performance](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/performance/) - [Exhibition](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/exhibition/) - [Screening](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/screening/) - [Fundraiser](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/fundraiser/) - [Artist Talk](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/artist-talk/) - [Information Session](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/information-session/) - [Class](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-2/class/) ## Access Categories - [Accessible venue](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-3/accessible-venue/) - [Free event](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-3/free-event/) - [ASL provided](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-3/asl-provided/) - [Audio description provided](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-3/audio-description-provided/) - [Relaxed performance](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-3/relaxed-performance/) - [Pay what you can event](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-3/pay-what-you-can/) - [All Ages](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-3/all-ages/) - [None](https://artskingston.ca/event-type-3/none/) ## Artistic Discipline - [Multidisciplinary](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/multidisciplinary/) - [Music](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/music/) - [Visual Arts](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/visual-arts/) - [Dance](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/dance/) - [Media Arts](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/media-arts/) - [Writing](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/writing/) - [Literary](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/literary/) - [Programming](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/programming/) - [Theatre](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/theatre/) - [Inter-Arts](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/inter-arts/) - [Music Video](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/music-video/) - [Crafts](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/crafts/) - [Digital arts](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/digital-arts/) - [Culture](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/culture/) - [Film](https://artskingston.ca/job-category/film/) ## Grant Type - [Project](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/project/) - [Operating](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/operating/) - [Microgrant](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/microgrant/) - [Professional Development](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/professional-development/) - [Dissemination](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/dissemination/) - [Research](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/research/) - [Anniversary](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/anniversary/) - [Travel](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/travel/) - [Fellowship](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/fellowship/) - [Materials](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/materials/) - [Production](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/production/) - [Programming](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/programming/) - [Outreach](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/outreach/) - [Mentorship](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/mentorship/) - [Training](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/training/) - [Events](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/events/) - [Support](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/support/) - [Touring and circulation](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/touring-and-circulation/) - [Seed](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/seed/) - [Marketing](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/marketing/) - [Promotion](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/promotion/) - [Festival](https://artskingston.ca/job-type/festival/) ## Funder - [Ontario Arts Council](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/ontario-arts-council/) - [Canada Council for the Arts](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/canada-council-for-the-arts/) - [Ontario Trillium Foundation](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/ontario-trillium-foundation/) - [Kingston Arts Council](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/kingston-arts-council/) - [Canadian Heritage](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/canadian-heritage/) - [The Davies Charitable Foundation](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/the-davies-charitable-foundation/) - [Ontario Creates](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/ontario-creates/) - [Telefilm Canada](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/telefilm-canada/) - [Kingston Rotary Club](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/kingston-rotary-club/) - [Factor](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/factor/) - [Community Foundation for Kingston & Area](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/community-foundation-for-kingston-area/) - [Awesome Foundation Kingston Chapter](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/awesome-foundation-kingston-chapter/) - [Kingston Museums](https://artskingston.ca/job-location/kingston-museums/) ## Applicant Type - [Indigenous](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/indigenous/) - [Registered Charity](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/registered-charity/) - [Community](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/community/) - [Youth](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/youth/) - [Francophone](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/francophone/) - [School](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/school/) - [Festival](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/festival/) - [Company](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/company/) - [Non-Profit Organization](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/non-profit-organization/) - [Curator](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/curator/) - [Arts Service Organization](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/arts-service-organization/) - [BIPOC](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/bipoc/) - [Orchestra](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/orchestra/) - [Choir](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/choir/) - [Municipality](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/municipality/) - [Any](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/any/) - [Gallery](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/gallery/) - [Museum](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/museum/) - [Cultural](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/cultural/) - [Parent/guardian/caregiver](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/parent-guardian-caregiver/) - [Artist-Run Centre](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/artist-run-centre/) - [Ad Hoc/Collective/Group](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/ad-hoc-collective-group/) - [Artist/Individual](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/artist-individual/) - [Publisher](https://artskingston.ca/applicant-type/publisher/) ## Status - [Upcoming](https://artskingston.ca/status/upcoming/) - [Rolling](https://artskingston.ca/status/rolling/) - [Currently Inactive](https://artskingston.ca/status/currently-inactive/) - [Active](https://artskingston.ca/status/active/)