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Ontario Arts Council

Produce and present live music

Up to C$20,000 for live music projects by Ontario professional musicians, ad hoc groups, collectives and music presenters.

C$20,000Max per grant

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Category: Live
Who applies: Artists
When to apply: Twice a year, in March and September

Who can apply

Ontario-resident professional musicians and programmers, ad hoc groups and collectives of at least two
Incorporated not-for-profit presenters and producers with a head office in Ontario
Projects pay fees to professional musicians and take place in Ontario after grant notification
Creation, songwriting, fundraising and recording projects are not funded here

How to apply

1
Read the Guide to OAC Project Programs
2
Create or update your profile in Nova

Wait for the application to open in Nova, about two months before the deadline

Submit project details, a budget, 1 to 3 audio or video examples and CVs or repertoire lists

Checked against arts.on.ca on October 28, 2026.

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