Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Short-Term Projects Program

Overview of the Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Short-Term Projects Program program:

The Canada Council for the Arts offers the Creating, Knowing, and Sharing: Short-Term Projects program to support the development of Indigenous artists, groups, and organizations working in artistic and cultural fields. The program focuses on Indigenous cultural sovereignty, providing opportunities to engage in the creation, development, and sharing of traditional or contemporary artistic works.

Benefits of the Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Short-Term Projects Program program:

• This program offers financial assistance to Indigenous artists and groups for short-term projects that help:
• Develop new artistic skills or expertise.
• Create or produce original works of art.
• Share artistic or cultural works with broader audiences.
• Strengthen Indigenous cultural practices and traditions.
• By supporting short-term projects, the program helps artists and organizations enhance their capacity to create meaningful cultural expressions, gain greater visibility, and contribute to the sustainability of Indigenous arts in Canada. This initiative not only provides financial support but also promotes Indigenous cultural sovereignty and leadership in the arts.

Eligibility criteria of the Creating, Knowing and Sharing: Short-Term Projects Program program:

• The Creating, Knowing, and Sharing: Short-Term Projects program is intended for:
• Indigenous artists, groups, collectives, and organizations.
• Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Metis.
• Applicants who are based in Canada.
• Eligible applicants can work in any artistic discipline, including visual arts, dance, music, theatre, media arts, and others. Both emerging and established Indigenous artists and organizations are encouraged to apply.