Cultural Supports Program - Community Events Stream

Overview of the Cultural Supports Program - Community Events Stream program:

The Community Events Stream is a dedicated initiative that aids organizations in Northern Ontario. Its primary goal is to back events that not only elevate the community's visibility but also drive economic growth in the region. By supporting such endeavors, the stream aims to bolster both the social and economic fabric of Northern Ontario.

Benefits of the Cultural Supports Program - Community Events Stream program:

• Funding is in the form of a conditional contribution of up to 30% of total eligible costs to a maximum of $15,000.

Eligibility criteria of the Cultural Supports Program - Community Events Stream program:

• Municipalities, Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations, and Local Services Boards located in Northern Ontario.
• What Projects are Eligible?
• New and recurring in-person or virtual community-based and/or tourism events that attract tourists
• Annual and/or recurring events that include new programming or activities and are anticipated to improve the quality and/or sustainability of the event, such as:
• Increased attendance
• Increased tourism expenditure (additional overnight stays, more local spending)
• Raising the event profile/quality
• Promoting sustainability of future events
• Other enhancements, as deemed eligible by NOHFC