As a not-for-profit with a small membership, LOWAC relies on funding achieved through grant applications we complete throughout the year.
These monies are used to fund activities like ArtsFest, community arts projects (Muskies on Main, Dip, Dip and Swing, etc.) workshops, website updates, and marketing.
There are many funding organizations that focus on supporting the arts in Canada. Helping local artists become aware of and navigate through grants that are available for a wide spectrum of arts disciplines and project is an important part of LOWAC’s mandate in fostering the promotion of arts in the community. Look to this page and our Facebook page for regular updates on upcoming artists grants requirements and deadlines.
Some of the grants we have seen success through are listed below with links. This is not an exhaustive list but will be updated regularly as new funding opportunities become available. Check the websites for updates and deadlines and watch the LOWAC Facebook page for reminders as well. In many cases, the money is there for the asking. Applying for grants can be an arduous process, but well worth the effort when it means that an important arts project can see the light of day.
Grants, deadlines and help
Kenora and Lake of the Woods Community Foundation
March – Lake of the Woods Dream Funds applications, supporting projects for the general needs of the community
September – Community Funds applications, supporting projects for the general needs of the community
For assistance:
807-467-4427 or by email info@klwcf.ca
Kenora Hospitality Alliance
A group of local accommodation providers who provide funding to promote events and tourism in Kenora, Ontario, Canada
Deadline: A minimum month before event
For assistance:
Stefan Robinson
Work: (807) 464-0980
KAA.KHAcoordinator@gmail.com
Ontario Arts Council
Various
Of note Northern Arts Projects – April and November
For assistance:
Alana Forslund
807-632-4575
aforslund@arts.on.ca
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund – Northern Event Partnership Program
The NOHFC will consider partnering with organizations that are staging events that promote economic development in Northern Ontario.
Deadline: Rolling/should apply well in advance.
For assistance:
Jennifer Findlay
(807) 468-2804
jennifer.findlay@ontario.ca
ARTSUNITE
A collated database of arts funding across Canada
423-130 Queens Quay East
Toronto, ON. M5A 0P6
Phone: 1 (844) 970-ARTS
Email: info@artsunite.ca
Site: https://artsUNITE.ca
Ontario Trillium Foundation
Fund: Building inclusive and engaged communities; Enriching people’s lives through arts, culture and heritage; Supporting the positive development of children and youth
Deadlines: Various see otf.ca/our-grants
Learn about Seed grants, Grow grants and Capital grants
Apply for a Grant information
Support Centre at otf@otf.ca or 1 800 263-2887.
Celebrate Ontario
At a glance
Supports programming improvements at new and existing events that attract tourists for longer stays, create
great experiences for visitors and support communities across Ontario.
January
For assistance:
Jennifer Findlay
807 468 2804
Jennifer.findlay@ontario.ca
Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage
Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage supports community celebrations, such as festivals, events and projects.
January 31 – for festivals starting between September 1 and December 31
April 30 – for festivals starting between January 1 and June 30
September 30 – for festivals starting between July 1 and August 31
For assistance:
pch.enligne-online.pch@canada.ca
Telephone
819-997-0055
1-866-811-0055 (toll-free)
TTY
1-888-997-3123 (toll-free)
Canada Arts Presentation Fund
Provides financial assistance to organizations that professionally present arts festivals or performing arts series (arts presenters) and organizations that offer support to arts presenters.
Deadline: April
For assistance:
https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/arts-presentation-fund/programming-arts-festivals-series-presenters.html
Canada Council for the Arts
Fund Canadian artists and arts organizations.
Check the main page for updates and announcement of new funding initiatives in response to world events like COVID-19.
There are many grants and deadlines outlined here.
For assistance:
https://canadacouncil.ca/contact