Creating, Knowing, Sharing: Indigenous Organizations

The Indigenous Organizations component of Creating, Knowing and Sharing funds First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations that engage in contemporary, customary or traditional artistic and cultural activities.

Canada Council of the Arts

Overview of the Creating, Knowing, Sharing: Indigenous Organizations program:

The "Creating, Knowing, Sharing: Indigenous Organizations" program is a grant provided by the Canada Council for the Arts to support Indigenous-led organizations, collectives, and groups. The program is dedicated to advancing Indigenous arts by providing funding to support projects that strengthen the cultural impact and reach of Indigenous organizations in Canada. It seeks to foster the transmission of cultural knowledge, artistic development, and long-term sustainability for Indigenous communities through arts and culture.

Benefits of the Creating, Knowing, Sharing: Indigenous Organizations program:

Capacity Building: Helps Indigenous organizations improve their infrastructure, leadership, and financial stability.
Artistic Development: Supports the creation, development, and dissemination of Indigenous art across various mediums.
Knowledge Sharing: Enables organizations to facilitate cultural exchanges, knowledge transmission, and intergenerational learning.
Community Engagement: Empowers Indigenous communities by supporting cultural activities that promote Indigenous identity and heritage.
Cultural Preservation: Aids in the preservation of traditional Indigenous knowledge, languages, and cultural practices.

Eligibility criteria of the Creating, Knowing, Sharing: Indigenous Organizations program:

To be eligible for the program, organizations must meet the following criteria:
Location: The organization must be located in Canada.
Who the Program is For:
Indigenous-led arts organizations.
Indigenous groups, collectives, or not-for-profit organizations that are primarily focused on Indigenous arts.
Organizations that are working towards the creation, presentation, and dissemination of Indigenous artistic work.
Additional Requirements:
Organizations must be Indigenous-governed and Indigenous-led.
Must have a clear focus on advancing Indigenous artistic practices, cultural transmission, or community engagement.