Funding
Government of the Northwest Territories
The Department of Education Culture and Employment's (ECE) Role in
Supporting NWT Arts
Since 1985, ECE has supported the
NWT Arts Council as it strives to stimulate and promote northern Art.
The Council's role is to provide recommendations to the Minister of ECE
regarding financial awards and workshops. If you would like to apply for
funding, please click
here to download the application form.
ECE also has a
Support to Northern Performers program designed to aid in the
development and promotion of Performing Arts in the NWT and for the featuring
of NWT Performing Artists at local and regional public festivals and events.
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment's (ITI) Role in
Supporting NWT Arts
ITI recognizes the importance of tradition and the economic potential of the NWT Arts and Fine Crafts industry.
ITI's support is provided through the SEED Policy
and offers grants to small businesses, artists and entrepreneurs aimed at traditional economy, arts, film and similar self employment activities.
ITI also supports marketing and promotional efforts nationally and internationally by bringing awareness to the importance
and value of traditional Art and Fine Crafts in the NWT.
To find out more about financial assistance, contact your regional office at:
1-877-445-ARTS (2787).
Other Funding Sources Available to Artists and Arts Organizations:
