Arts & Culture Grants - Overview
The City and District of North Vancouver recognize the value of arts and cultural organizations and the activities, programs and other services they provide. Through the Arts & Culture Grants programs of the North Vancouver Recreation & Culture Commission, the City and District support a wide and exciting range of arts programming, opportunities for participation, community celebrations, events, festivals and other projects that add to the vibrancy of everyday life and that reflect the spirit, creativity and diversity of the community.
ARTS & CULTURE GRANT PROGRAMS
OPERATING ASSISTANCE
Operating grants support the operations, services and initiatives of eligible organizations with an established record for delivering quality arts and cultural programs and services. Funding is subject to the applicant maintaining a proven record of accountability; demonstrating the need for financial support to sustain the service; and to the availability of grant funds. Learn more.
PROGRAM & PROJECT ASSISTANCE
Program & Project Assistance funding will be provided to assist eligible arts and culture organizations in serving North Vancouver residents through approved programs or projects that foster the development of emerging arts and cultural practices. And, programs or projects targeted at underserved sections of the population. Learn more.
CELEBRATIONS & EVENTS ASSISTANCE
Celebrations & Events Assistance grants support both small and large scale community events that foster community connectivity and contribute to North Vancouver residents’ sense of belonging, identity and place. Learn more.
COMMUNITY PUBLIC ART ASSISTANCE
Community Public Art Assistance grants are available to arts organizations and eligible community groups seeking to collaborate with an artist, or artists to engage the public in the creation of small to medium sized, permanent or temporary public art projects in North Vancouver. Learn more.
STAFF CONTACT
John Rice, Cultural Services Officer
T: 604.983.6466
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