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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

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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. 

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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.