Supporting Artistic Practice — Literary Publishers
Highlights
This program is designed specifically for Canadian literary book and magazine publishers like you. It offers substantial financial support to help you develop and promote Canadian literary writers and artists. By applying, you can receive up to $300,000 per year in funding, which can be used for various activities that enhance your publishing process.
What You Get
- Up to $250,000 per year for book publishers
- Up to $120,000 per year for magazine publishers
- Up to $300,000 per year for both book and magazine publishers
Benefits
- Significant financial support to grow your business
- Flexibility in how you use the funds, allowing you to focus on what matters most
- Government-backed funding, providing stability and reliability
Applying for this program is straightforward, and your business already meets the eligibility criteria. Approval will provide you with the resources needed to expand your reach and impact in the literary world.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Eligible Expenses:
- Activities that develop and promote Canadian literary writers and artists through the publishing process.
- Costs associated with the creation, production, and dissemination of literary works.
Use of Funds:
- Funds can be used for publishing books and magazines.
- Eligible expenses include editorial costs, production costs, marketing, and distribution.
Ineligible Expenses:
- Activities that receive funding from another Canada Council program.
- General list of ineligible activities as specified by the Canada Council.
Fees:
- No application fees.
- No administrative fees associated with the grant.
Qualifications
- Must be a Canadian literary book or creative writing magazine publisher.
- Must have a validated profile created in the portal.
- Must presently receive core support from the Supporting Artistic Practice component.
OR:
- Must have received at least 2 Canada Council publishing project grants from the Supporting Artistic Practice: Literary Publishing Projects component in the last 3 years.
- Must have had total revenues exceeding $30,000 in each of the last 3 years (some exceptions may be considered).
Disqualifications:
- Activities that receive funding from another Canada Council program.
- Activities on the general list of ineligible activities.
Description
This program offers your business significant financial support. You can receive up to $300,000 per year. This funding is available to help you develop and promote Canadian literary writers and artists through the publishing process.
Here’s what you can use the money for:
- Publishing literary books and magazines
- Activities that support and promote Canadian literary talent
Funding amounts:
- Book publishers: Up to $250,000 per year
- Magazine publishers: Up to $120,000 per year
- Both book and magazine publishers: Up to $300,000 per year
This funding is a great opportunity to enhance your publishing efforts and support Canadian literature. The money does not need to be repaid, allowing you to invest fully in your projects without financial strain.
Program Steps
Create an Account: Visit the program's portal and create an account if you do not already have one.
Complete Your Profile: Fill out your business profile in the portal. Ensure all information is accurate and up-to-date.
Prepare Documentation: Gather the necessary documents for your application. You will need:
- Financial statements for the past three years
- Business plan
- Proof of core support from the program or evidence of receiving at least two project grants in the last three years
- Revenue records showing total revenues exceeding $30,000 in each of the last three years
Download Application Forms: Access and download the application forms and guidelines from the program's website.
Fill Out Application Forms: Complete the application forms with detailed information about your business and the activities you are seeking funding for.
Review and Finalize: Double-check all information and documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Submit Application: Submit your completed application and all required documents through the program's portal before the deadline.
Contact an Officer: If you have any questions or need assistance, contact a program officer for guidance.
Await Notification: After submission, wait for the notification of results, which will be communicated as per the program's timeline.
