Does “not eligible” mean “not good”?
No. The Canada Council has very precise guidelines and eligibility criteria for each program. If a project does not meet the requirements of a specific program, it does not mean that the project isn’t worthwhile. Try contacting other organizations or government departments; they may have programs that could support your project. Top of Page I want to start an art business. Can I get a grant from the Canada Council? No. While the Canada Council supports individual professional artists in the creation and presentation of their work, an organization must be incorporated as non-profit to be eligible for assistance (except in the case of a professional publishing house). The Council does not give grants to support a commercial production line of art. Top of Page Can I get a grant to go to university or college in my artistic field? It depends. Some of the Canada Council’s grants to individuals cover costs related to a period of advanced study or professional development training (for exampl
