Supporting artists and arts organizations for a better Toronto Learn More Tiger Balme at Wavelength’s Monthly Music Series 2024 Photo by Green Yang Upcoming Grant Deadlines Grant deadlines occur throughout the year. Check here frequently and mark your calendar! All grant deadlines Black Arts Annual Operating Operating funding Supports the development, continuation, and flourishing of Black arts organizations. More Creative Communities Annual Operating Operating funding Supports work that enables public participation in arts and culture. Open to organizations. More Dance Annual Operating Operating funding Supports the creation, production, presentation and preservation of dance, and other activities that contribute to the development of dance, dance artists, and dance audiences in Toronto. Open to organizations. More Discover Grants Select your area of interest and find Toronto Arts Council funding programs that are right for you. Accessibility Grant Black Arts Community Arts Creative Communities Dance Literary Media Arts Multidisciplinary Music Theatre Visual Arts These might interest you Black Arts Annual Operating Black Arts Projects Community Music Making Creative Communities Annual Operating Creative Communities Multi-Year Operating Creative Communities Projects Dance Annual Operating Dance Multi-Year Operating Dance Projects Indigenous Arts Projects Literary Annual Operating Literary Projects Music Annual Operating Music Multi-Year Operating Music Projects Newcomer and Refugee Artist Mentorship Newcomer and Refugee Arts Engagement TAC Accessibility Grant Theatre Annual Operating Theatre Multi-Year Operating Theatre Projects Visual Artists program: Creation Visual/Media Arts Annual Operating Visual/Media Arts Multi-Year Operating Visual/Media Arts Projects: Presentation Explore All Grants Featured Events No events found. Featured Stories & News October 20, 2025 In the News: “Elbows Up” and Defending Canadian Culture Read more September 16, 2025 Seeking Feedback on our Granting Process Read more Insights & Impact August 13, 2025 Art Moves: An Excerpt from Our 2024 Annual Report Read more Happening Now Your 2025 Toronto Arts Wrapped is here 🎁This year Toronto Arts Council:✨ secured a major increase in public investment with $2M from the City ofToronto—vital support that strengthened our programs and provided more stablefunding for organizations across the city.✨ responded to the highest demand in our history. Outside of 2020’s pandemic emergency funding, we received more grant applications this year than ever before.✨ advanced research that strengthens our case for the arts, with compelling new data that reinforces how the arts drive belonging and empower communities.At Toronto Arts Foundation, we:🌿 celebrated Arts in the Parks most-attended season ever. More than 140,000 audience members took part in free, family-friendly performances and workshops inall corners of the city.🌿 expanded support for newcomer and Indigenous artists, thanks to a generous $1-million grant through the TD Ready Challenge.🌿 celebrated the Toronto Arts Awards, honouring artists and leaders who make extraordinary contributions to our city’s cultural life. 🌿 raised $1,056,199 at the Mayor’s Evening for the Arts and (In) Bloom Gala with thanks to Mayor Olivia Chow (@mayoroliviachow), generous sponsors and donors, and every guest who joined us. Together as Toronto Arts, we: 🤝 released our 2024 Annual Report, offering a detailed look at our collective impact and progress. 🤝 introduced our new five-year strategic plan, a bold roadmap committing us to expanding access to the arts, investing in artists’ careers, and strengthening the creative infrastructure that supports our city. None of this would have been possible without the dedication of so many—thank you to Mayor Olivia Chow for her leadership; to Toronto City Council for continuing to champion the arts; to our partners, sponsors, donors, board members, and staff; to the artists and arts organizations who bring this city to life; and to the public whose enthusiasm and support fuel everything we do. 🎨🎭🎤Our team is taking a well-deserved break to rest and refresh over the holidays, and our offices are closed until Monday, January 5. #TorontoArts #LookingBack #Wrapped #AllInForTheArts 27 3 Open post by torontoartscouncil with ID 17863296888549517 Your 2025 Toronto Arts Wrapped is here 🎁This year Toronto Arts Council:✨ secured a major increase in public investment with $2M from the City ofToronto—vital support that strengthened our programs and provided more stablefunding for organizations across the city.✨ responded to the highest demand in our history. Outside of 2020’s pandemic emergency funding, we received more grant applications this year than ever before.✨ advanced research that strengthens our case for the arts, with compelling new data that reinforces how the arts drive belonging and empower communities.At Toronto Arts Foundation, we:🌿 celebrated Arts in the Parks most-attended season ever. More than 140,000 audience members took part in free, family-friendly performances and workshops inall corners of the city.🌿 expanded support for newcomer and Indigenous artists, thanks to a generous $1-million grant through the TD Ready Challenge.🌿 celebrated the Toronto Arts Awards, honouring artists and leaders who make extraordinary contributions to our city’s cultural life. 🌿 raised $1,056,199 at the Mayor’s Evening for the Arts and (In) Bloom Gala with thanks to Mayor Olivia Chow (@mayoroliviachow), generous sponsors and donors, and every guest who joined us. Together as Toronto Arts, we: 🤝 released our 2024 Annual Report, offering a detailed look at our collective impact and progress. 🤝 introduced our new five-year strategic plan, a bold roadmap committing us to expanding access to the arts, investing in artists’ careers, and strengthening the creative infrastructure that supports our city. None of this would have been possible without the dedication of so many—thank you to Mayor Olivia Chow for her leadership; to Toronto City Council for continuing to champion the arts; to our partners, sponsors, donors, board members, and staff; to the artists and arts organizations who bring this city to life; and to the public whose enthusiasm and support fuel everything we do. 🎨🎭🎤Our team is taking a well-deserved break to rest and refresh over the holidays, and our offices are closed until Monday, January 5. #TorontoArts #LookingBack #Wrapped #AllInForTheArts … Giving to the arts creates incredible return for the city — every single dollar you contribute generates up to $15 of economic and artistic impact. 📈 Your investment builds opportunities for artists and communities citywide. Supporting global creative exchange enhances Toronto’s international brand — and strengthens the city we all share. 💪 Invest in the arts. Invest in our city. Learn more about our 5 year strategic plan (link in bio) https://torontoartscouncil.org/strategic-plan/ #TorontoArts #SupportLocalArtists #ArtsMatter #CommunityImpact #CreativeCity 58 2 Open post by torontoartscouncil with ID 18094507276682123 Giving to the arts creates incredible return for the city — every single dollar you contribute generates up to $15 of economic and artistic impact. 📈 Your investment builds opportunities for artists and communities citywide. Supporting global creative exchange enhances Toronto’s international brand — and strengthens the city we all share. 💪 Invest in the arts. Invest in our city. Learn more about our 5 year strategic plan (link in bio) https://torontoartscouncil.org/strategic-plan/ #TorontoArts #SupportLocalArtists #ArtsMatter #CommunityImpact #CreativeCity … Survey Reminder! 🗣️ Have you shared your voice yet? TAC Indigenous Arts Program Public Consultations are underway — and we’re still gathering feedback from Indigenous artists, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community members. Your perspective matters. Your input will directly influence how Toronto Arts Council funds, supports, and uplifts Indigenous arts, culture, and leadership in the years ahead. If you haven’t filled out the survey yet, there’s still time:✅ Takes approx. 10 minutes ✅ Open to applicants and those who haven’t applied before ✅ Your responses help shape real change The survey closes on December 3. 🔗 Share your voice (link in bio): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HTMXTV5 Photo credit: @jamiiesplanade – Joy in the Park – Indigenous Peoples Day – June 2024 – Tribal Vision Dance – by Jae Yang #TorontoArts #IndigenousArtists #IndigenousArtsProgram 23 0 Open post by torontoartscouncil with ID 18101662291664605 Survey Reminder! 🗣️ Have you shared your voice yet? TAC Indigenous Arts Program Public Consultations are underway — and we’re still gathering feedback from Indigenous artists, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community members. Your perspective matters. Your input will directly influence how Toronto Arts Council funds, supports, and uplifts Indigenous arts, culture, and leadership in the years ahead. If you haven’t filled out the survey yet, there’s still time:✅ Takes approx. 10 minutes ✅ Open to applicants and those who haven’t applied before ✅ Your responses help shape real change The survey closes on December 3. 🔗 Share your voice (link in bio): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HTMXTV5 Photo credit: @jamiiesplanade – Joy in the Park – Indigenous Peoples Day – June 2024 – Tribal Vision Dance – by Jae Yang #TorontoArts #IndigenousArtists #IndigenousArtsProgram … Indigenous artists and community members — we want to hear from you. 📢Toronto Arts Council is reviewing the Indigenous Arts Projects program, and your voice is essential in shaping its future. Our 10-minute online survey is now open to: 🔸 Indigenous artists who have applied as Individuals, Organizations, or Collectives 🔸 Indigenous artists who haven’t applied before but may in the future Your feedback will inform updates to: • Program Design • Cultural Accessibility • Verification of Identity • Community Engagement Responses will be shared back with the Indigenous arts community and used by TAC leadership and the Indigenous Advisory Table to guide program and policy re-design. ✨ Help strengthen how TAC supports Indigenous creation, leadership, and cultural expression for years to come. The survey closes on December 3! 🔗 Take the survey (link in bio): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HTMXTV5 Photo Credit: Beadwork by Indigenous Arts Award finalist, Catherine Blackburn (@catherinebjewellery). Photo by Edwin Luk (SVP Photography) #TorontoArts #IndigenousArtists #IndigenousArtsProgram 86 0 Open post by torontoartscouncil with ID 18070185470053800 Indigenous artists and community members — we want to hear from you. 📢Toronto Arts Council is reviewing the Indigenous Arts Projects program, and your voice is essential in shaping its future. Our 10-minute online survey is now open to: 🔸 Indigenous artists who have applied as Individuals, Organizations, or Collectives 🔸 Indigenous artists who haven’t applied before but may in the future Your feedback will inform updates to: • Program Design • Cultural Accessibility • Verification of Identity • Community Engagement Responses will be shared back with the Indigenous arts community and used by TAC leadership and the Indigenous Advisory Table to guide program and policy re-design. ✨ Help strengthen how TAC supports Indigenous creation, leadership, and cultural expression for years to come. The survey closes on December 3! 🔗 Take the survey (link in bio): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HTMXTV5 Photo Credit: Beadwork by Indigenous Arts Award finalist, Catherine Blackburn (@catherinebjewellery). Photo by Edwin Luk (SVP Photography) #TorontoArts #IndigenousArtists #IndigenousArtsProgram … Follow us on Instagram
Black Arts Annual Operating Operating funding Supports the development, continuation, and flourishing of Black arts organizations. More
Creative Communities Annual Operating Operating funding Supports work that enables public participation in arts and culture. Open to organizations. More
Dance Annual Operating Operating funding Supports the creation, production, presentation and preservation of dance, and other activities that contribute to the development of dance, dance artists, and dance audiences in Toronto. Open to organizations. More