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EAC funding
Find help to launch your artistic vision
You have the artistic vision. We’re here to help bring it to life. Whether you want to develop your practice and art form, have a specific project in mind, or need help taking your vision from idea to reality, we’ll guide you through.
Funding for Individuals
Two deadlines: March 2, 2026 and September 1, 2026
Grant for individuals and collectives
The Individuals & Collectives grant has three distinct streams, which each have their own evaluation criteria and assessment process.
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Grant for individuals and collectives
Equity & Access in the Arts invests in equity-deserving artists and collectives to pursue artistic work, advance their skills, develop and strengthen connections to the broader Edmonton arts community.
Deadline: July 2, 2026
Award for individuals
EATF invests in Edmonton’s creative community by recognizing Edmonton artists and arts workers at all stages of their professional careers who demonstrate excellence in their field and continued commitment to working in, and contributing to, the Edmonton region’s arts community.
Funding for Organizations
Deadline: June 1, 2026
Organization project grants
Connections & Exchanges Initiatives and Invent & Adapt assist non-profit organizations in sharing creative expression with the broader public in new ways or building internal capacity so they can meet future challenges with success.
Deadline: November 2, 2026
Grants for organizations
Operating funding supports not-for-profit organizations whose primary mandate is in the arts and culture in Edmonton.
Programming funding supports not-for-profit organizations that carry out annual activities that contribute to the vibrant arts and cultural landscape in Edmonton.
Deadline: ongoing as needed
Emergency Support is a one-time grant to an organization to specifically support their urgent and timely response to an emergency.
FAQ for artists & organizations
Interested in applying for funding?
Read an overview of the process to help get you started, and a glossary of important funding-related terms and how we use them.