Exhibition Assistance

Overview of the Exhibition Assistance program:

The Ontario Arts Council's (OAC) Exhibition Assistance Program provides financial support to artists to help cover the costs associated with presenting their work in an exhibition. This program is designed to assist visual artists, media artists, and craft artists in Ontario by providing grants to offset exhibition-related expenses. It encourages professional artists to showcase their work, gain exposure, and contribute to Ontario's rich cultural landscape.

Benefits of the Exhibition Assistance program:

• The Exhibition Assistance Program offers direct financial support to help artists with costs related to displaying their artwork, including:
• Transportation and shipping of artwork
• Framing or mounting costs
• Installation expenses
• Exhibition preparation materials
• Travel costs related to attending the exhibition

Eligibility criteria of the Exhibition Assistance program:

• Location: Artists must be Ontario residents and have lived in the province for at least one year prior to applying.
• Who the Program is For: This program is open to professional visual artists, craft artists, and media artists who are presenting their work in a confirmed public exhibition. Artists must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
• Specific Requirements:
• The exhibition must be confirmed with a public presentation at a professional gallery, art space, or similar venue.
• Artists must be involved in the preparation or presentation of their work for the exhibition.
• Eligible applicants cannot be enrolled in full-time undergraduate or graduate studies.
• Artists can apply for multiple exhibitions within one application cycle, but only one grant will be awarded per exhibition.