How do I apply for Ontario Creates Book Fund?

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

What industries are eligible for Ontario Creates Book Fund?

Eligible industries include: book publishing.

Who administers Ontario Creates Book Fund?

This program is administered by Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates.

Are there similar programs to Ontario Creates Book Fund?

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.

Ontario Creates Book Fund

Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates

🎨 Arts, Culture & Creative Industries🏪 Small Business📢 Marketing🌍 Export🗺️ Provincial📈 Growth

Support for book publishers in Ontario

Funding

Up to $150,000

Deadline

See website

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Funding available up to $150,000 depending on eligible sales revenue, successful applicants can receive up to 75 percent of their total project budget to cover marketing and promotional activities for Canadian authors in both domestic and foreign markets.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Funding supports the business development of independent Ontario-based book publishers, specifically for marketing initiatives that promote Canadian authors to domestic and foreign markets, and activities that build publisher capacity. A Diversity Enhancement Stream is available for companies with diverse ownership, offering up to $15,000 in project support.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium

Industries: book publishing

Region: Ontario

Demographics: racially diverse, Francophone, provincially defined diverse ownership

Other Criteria: independent book publishers, projects with clear and measurable objectives, must be registered with the Ontario Creates Online Application Portal (OAP)