Grant Programs
The grant programs offered through the BC Arts Council are listed below. The search bar at the top of the page can be used to filter the programs by applicant type, discipline or program type. You can also sort the list by program title or deadline.
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Project Assistance: Professional Dance
Open for IntakeApril 30, 2021Project Assistance
Supports initiatives in the development, creation, production and/or live performance of classical, experimental, original, traditional and contemporary art forms from all world cultures. -
Project Assistance: Professional Music
Open for IntakeApril 30, 2021Project Assistance
Supports initiatives in the development, creation, production and/or live performance of classical, experimental, original, traditional and contemporary art forms from all world cultures. -
Project Assistance: Professional Theatre
Open for IntakeApril 30, 2021Project Assistance
Supports initiatives in the development, creation, production and/or live performance of classical, experimental, original, traditional and contemporary art forms from all world cultures. -
Project Assistance: Professional Literary Arts
Open for IntakeApril 30, 2021Project Assistance
Supports the development, enrichment and creation of new or unique public programming in the literary arts. -
Project Assistance: Arts Periodicals
Open for IntakeApril 30, 2021Project Assistance
Supports the development, enrichment and creation of new or unique projects by BC-based arts periodicals and associated public programming.
Recently Passed Deadlines
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Project Assistance
The In-Province Arts Touring & Circulation Project Assistance Pilot Program supports the circulation and exposure of B.C. art and artists within B.C. Awards under this program are intended to support opportunities for arts organizations, independent artists, and collectives, groups or -
May 31, 2020
Project Assistance
To help with the impacts of COVID-19, organizations who have received at least one BC Arts Council project assistance grant in the past three years within eligible programs can apply for a one-time grant of $5000. -
July 15, 2020
Project Assistance
Supports early career practitioners to develop their practice through internship, cohort, residency, and mentorship opportunities. -
October 15, 2020
Project Assistance
Supports the development and creation of new or unique public programs and documentation by professional media arts organizations. -
October 15, 2020
Project Assistance
Supports the development, enrichment, and creation of new or unique public programming and documentation, including exhibitions, dissemination projects, artists’ residencies, exploration of new forms, audience development or collections management projects. -
October 15, 2020
Project Assistance
Projects Assistance: Visual Arts Organizations supports the development, enrichment, and creation of new or unique public programming and documentation, including exhibitions, dissemination projects, artists’ residencies, exploration of new forms, and audience development. COVID-19 As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we -
January 4, 2021
Project Assistance
The Project Assistance: Pivot Program supports the B.C. arts and culture sector in adapting their organizations, programs and practices in response to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Pivot Program intends to support: Organizational Development and Transition – Projects that support organizations -
January 29, 2021
Project Assistance
Expanded Arts & Culture Resilience Supplement is a one-time funding program for B.C. arts and culture organizations facing financial impacts due to the COVID-19 pandemic.