NWT Arts Council grants | Arts project funding
“Nunavut”
$15,000.00
Maximum Eligible Amount
Government Grant
Fund Type
This program provides grants that support the ongoing development and presentation of creative arts in the visual, literary, media and performing arts in the Northwest Territories (NWT). Consideration is given to organizations or individuals requesting funds for professional development, artistic work, or public presentation on a project-specific basis only.
Overview
The Government of the Northwest Territories is looking for individuals with a passion for the arts, culture and heritage of the NWT to join the NWT Arts Council for a two-year term starting January 2026.
NWT Arts Council members review arts project grant applications twice a year and make recommendations to the Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment on financial awards for creative artistic projects in the visual, literary, media and performing arts, and on issues and policies associated with the arts and artists.
Previous board experience is not needed.
Learn more about the details and responsibilities of serving on the NWT Arts Council.
Open positions
- Beaufort Delta Council Member
- Sahtu Council Member
Deadline
The deadline to apply is September 15, 2025.
Who can apply
- You must live in the region you apply for.
- Experience and knowledge in the arts, culture and heritage is an asset.
- You cannot serve as a member if you or your spouse are currently receiving funding from the Small and Medium Arts Project Grants.
Not sure what funding is right for you?
Visit Guide to Arts Project and Operating Funding and Deadlines.
This guide describes basic eligibility and deadlines, and will help direct you to the best Funding option for your project.
Expected commitment
- Term begins January 2026.
- Council Members can serve for a minimum of two years and are eligible for reappointment.
- Attend at least two meetings a year, either in-person or by video conference.
- Able to commit time to review applications for two grant intakes a year.
How to apply
Before you apply download the application.
- Complete the application and prepare your supporting documents.
- Submit your completed application before the deadline to:
- Email:culturefund@gov.nt.ca(link sends e-mail)
- In person by appointment: Contact us at culturefund@gov.nt.ca(link sends e-mail) or phone 867-767-9347 ext. 71474 to schedule an appointment in Yellowknife.
- Mail: Economic Diversification, Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment, Government of the Northwest Territories, P.O. Box 1320, Yellowknife, NT X1A 2L9
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