Arts Across Canada – Public Outreach

Overview of the Arts Across Canada – Public Outreach program:

The Arts Across Canada: Public Outreach program, administered by the Canada Council for the Arts, provides grants to Canadian artists, groups, and organizations to support projects that engage the public with Canadian artistic content. This program is part of a broader initiative to promote the arts nationwide and to increase public access to a wide range of artistic expressions. The program funds various activities, including exhibitions, tours, workshops, artist talks, and other outreach events that make Canadian arts more accessible to diverse audiences. The goal is to enhance public appreciation and understanding of the arts by bringing creative works to communities across the country. The Public Outreach program also encourages projects that target underserved or remote communities, aiming to ensure that all Canadians, regardless of location, can experience high-quality artistic presentations. By supporting these initiatives, the program fosters a deeper connection between Canadian artists and their audiences, helping to promote and sustain Canadian culture and creativity.

Benefits of the Arts Across Canada – Public Outreach program:

• You can apply for projects including, but not limited to, activities that enhance the publics appreciation and enjoyment of the arts, such as:
• Exhibitions and other dissemination initiatives
• Programming events
• Non-literary publishing (excluding promotional materials)
• Knowledge-sharing events or forums
• Public engagement strategies and initiatives

Eligibility criteria of the Arts Across Canada – Public Outreach program:

• Potential applicants for this program include:
• Artistic groups and collectives
• Artistic organizations
• Support groups, organizations, and shared platforms
• National arts service organizations
• Festivals, presenters, and touring networks
• Book and magazine publishers
• Architects and architectural professionals, groups, collectives, and firms