Grants for Creative Innovation & Cultural Development in Nova Scotia (Canada)
GrantID: 18193
Grant Funding Amount Low: $1,500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,000
Summary
There are several grant opportunities available annually that aim to support creative, cultural, and community initiatives primarily within a specific Atlantic Canadian province. These grants are designed to foster growth and innovation in arts, culture, publishing, and creative industries, benefiting a range of applicants including nonprofit organizations, small businesses, and individual creators.
One type of funding focuses on helping creative businesses and nonprofit organizations build capacity to expand into new markets, increase revenue streams, and promote the distribution of cultural products both nationally and internationally. Eligible applicants typically include registered businesses or nonprofits working in sectors such as music, performing arts, publishing, visual arts, and other creative fields. The grant can cover up to half of the eligible project costs, with a maximum amount around $30,000. This funding is well-suited for projects that seek to boost export potential or develop new business opportunities within the cultural economy.
Another grant opportunity supports nonprofit cultural organizations or co-operatives that are engaged in innovative arts and social-impact activities. This program encourages initiatives that respond to community needs, foster inclusion, and enhance public engagement with culture. Applicants must hold a cultural mandate and operate within the province. Funding amounts range from smaller grants up to around $15,000 with no required matching funds, to larger grants up to $50,000 where applicants contribute part of the project costs. This grant is intended to help organizations develop new programs, adapt to changing community dynamics, or increase cultural participation.
Additional funding streams exist for book publishers and screenwriters based in the province. These grants aim to promote the production, marketing, and distribution of local content by supporting publishers and individual creators. Eligibility generally requires applicants to be residents or registered entities within the province, and the funding helps cover development costs, research, or creative work related to publishing or scriptwriting.
Overall, these grants offer meaningful financial support to a variety of creative and cultural stakeholders, encouraging growth, innovation, and community engagement within a specific regional context.
Organizations and individuals based in Nova Scotia who are engaged in Arts, Culture, History & Humanities may be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. To discover more grants that align with your mission and objectives, visit The Grant Portal and explore listings using the Search Grant tool.
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