Business Size: small, medium

Industries: arts, culture, performing arts

Region: Canada

Demographics: indigenous, black, racialized communities, official language minority communities, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, women-led, d/deaf people, people with disabilities

Other Criteria: Not-for-profit organization incorporated under federal or provincial/territorial legislation, Provincial, territorial, or municipal institution (including agencies and public educational institutions), Indigenous institution or organization (Inuit, Métis, First Nations), Clear mandate focused on professional arts presentation, In continuous professional operation for at least one year prior to application deadline, Present works originating from more than one province or territory, Provide venue, technical, and promotional support for presentations, Charge admission fees to the public (exceptions possible, consult program advisor), Pay guaranteed fees to professional artists and provide professional presentation conditions, Performing Arts Series Presenters: Must have presented minimum three distinct professional shows/series in a season by other professional artists, Professional Arts Festivals: Must have presented a festival of minimum three days to four weeks with minimum three distinct professional works/performances, Media Arts Festivals: Must demonstrate commitment to presenting works by independent professional artists; priority for festivals where artists are remunerated for public outreach