Upgraded | Canadian Government Funding

The Canada Cultural Spaces Fund is a $54 million federal initiative that supports infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing the physical conditions of spaces used for arts and heritage creation, collaboration, presentation, and exhibitions. These upgrades are intended to improve access to arts and culture across Canada.

Funding Amount

Covers up to 50% of project expenses, ranging from $500,000 to $15 million

Final funding depends on the specific type of project

Applicants in rural or underserved communities may be eligible for up to 75% coverage

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Eligible Applicants

Non-profit organizations
Provinces, territories, and municipalities
First Nations and other Indigenous communities or organizations
Broader public sector organizations
Underserved communities, including:
- Official-language minority communities
- Indigenous communities
- Ethnocultural communities

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Eligible Activities

Projects must be focused on one of the following:
- Building or renovating arts, heritage, or creative hub facilities
- Purchasing specialized equipment
- Conducting feasibility studies related to new or upgraded arts and heritage facilities
Eligible project costs (cash or in-kind) may include:
- Administrative expenses directly related to the project
- Staff salaries
- Carrying costs
- Tendering services
- Bilingual service delivery (French and English)
- Project audit expenses

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Deadline to Apply

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