Application Deadline:
September 1, 2026
About Organisation
The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) is a key public agency supporting arts grants in Alberta and across Canada. It is dedicated to fostering artistic excellence, creativity, and cultural development by providing funding opportunities for artists, collectives, and arts organizations. Through various programs, AFA promotes access to creative project funding and strengthens the arts ecosystem. It prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that artists from underrepresented communities receive support. By offering visual arts grants in Canada, AFA helps artists develop their practice, engage audiences, and contribute to the cultural and creative industries.
About the Grant
The Visual Arts and New Media Individual Project Funding is a visual arts grant in Canada designed to support Alberta-based artists and creatives. It offers funding of up to $18,000 for projects in visual arts and new media, including production, research, marketing, and training. The grant covers eligible expenses such as materials, artist fees, and basic living costs. This creative project funding opportunity encourages innovation, artistic growth, and audience engagement. It also promotes inclusive participation by supporting diverse communities, making it one of the most impactful individual artist grants in Canada.
Who can Apply?
This visual arts grant in Canada is open to individual artists, ensembles, and collectives based in Alberta. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or Protected Persons with valid permits and must have lived in Alberta for at least one year. They should reside in Alberta for at least six months annually and be in good standing with AFA, with no outstanding reports or projects. Applicants must not be incorporated entities. This opportunity is ideal for those seeking artist funding in Canada, particularly individuals focused on visual arts, new media, and creative project development.
How to Apply?
Applicants must confirm eligibility as Alberta-based artists or collectives and clearly define their project scope, including objectives and activities. Prepare a detailed budget covering eligible expenses up to $18,000 and include supporting documents showcasing past work. Ensure all collaborators meet eligibility criteria. Submit the completed application through the AFA portal after confirming there are no outstanding reports or projects.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for this visual arts grant in Canada is September 1, 2026. Applicants should prepare their materials early to ensure timely and complete submission.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
