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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: February 18, 2025 and October 1, 2025

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: June 2, 2025

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: August 1, 2025

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

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Deadline: May 1, 2025

Through the Connections & Exchanges Initiatives program, the EAC invests in activity and work that connects applicant organizations with Edmonton’s artists and arts professionals.

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Deadline: August 1, 2025

Grant for organizations

Through the Invent & Adapt program, the EAC invests in organizations that are preparing, planning, and implementing thoughtful and considered change.

Deadline: December 15, 2025

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.

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.