How do I apply for Arts Abroad — Travel?

You can apply online through the official program website. Visit the application portal to submit your application.

Who administers Arts Abroad — Travel?

This program is administered by Canada Council for the Arts.

Are there similar programs to Arts Abroad — Travel?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Arts, Culture & Creative Industries category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

How can I improve my chances of getting approved for Arts Abroad — Travel?

Our detailed breakdown covers step-by-step application instructions, required document checklists, and eligible expense breakdowns so you know exactly what to prepare before applying.

Arts Abroad — Travel

Q: What benefits does Arts Abroad — Travel provide?

Arts Abroad — Travel offers: grant, advisory. Funding for Canadian artists, arts professionals, groups, and organizations to share, present, and tour their work both nationally and internationally. This program supports professional growth, career advancement, and travel activities for promotion and market development abroad, subsuming activities previously covered by 'Arts Abroad: Travel'.

Q: What industries are eligible for Arts Abroad — Travel?

Eligible industries include: arts and culture, literature, music, dance, digital arts, theatre, visual arts, media arts, architecture, circus arts.

Q: What size businesses can apply to Arts Abroad — Travel?

This program is available to: individual, small, medium, large.

Canada Council for the Arts

🎨 Arts, Culture & Creative Industries🍁 National🌍 Export🤝 International Partnership❤️ Nonprofit💼 Commercialization

Funds to build international arts presence

Funding

Contact for details

Deadline

Jan 14, 2026

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Get a grant of up to $30,000 to cover travel costs associated with presentations, exhibitions, artistic collaborations, networking or building market opportunities outside of Canada, to build an international presence.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Funding for Canadian artists, arts professionals, groups, and organizations to share, present, and tour their work both nationally and internationally. This program supports professional growth, career advancement, and travel activities for promotion and market development abroad, subsuming activities previously covered by 'Arts Abroad: Travel'.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: individual, small, medium, large

Industries: arts and culture, literature, music, dance, digital arts, theatre, visual arts, media arts, architecture, circus arts

Region: Canada

Demographics: first nations, inuit, métis, deaf, hard of hearing, persons with disabilities, persons living with mental illness, new and early career artists

Other Criteria: Canadian citizens or permanent residents (for individuals), recognized by peers as professionals (for individuals), Canadian artistic groups or arts organizations, Indigenous-led arts organizations (including for-profit for specific profiles)