The BC Arts Council’s Arts Infrastructure Program enables eligible organizations to develop and enhance spaces that support the work of B.C.’s arts and cultural practitioners. The program aims to support
projects that:
- Catalyze the development of new or existing arts and cultural spaces through the acquisition, renovation, or purchase of specialized equipment;
- Improve physical accessibility to arts and cultural spaces;
- Enhance access to arts and cultural spaces for underserved communities and underrepresented arts and cultural practices or
- Strengthen the capacity of the sector to develop, operate, and sustain arts and cultural spaces.
Project categories include:
Category 1. Planning & Consultation
Planning processes, and research to support the acquisition, development or enhancement of arts and cultural facilities.
Maximum request: $25,000
Category 2. Capital Improvements
Building-based projects involve constructing, renovating, acquiring, or expanding an arts and cultural facility.
Maximum request: $250,000
Category 3. Specialized Equipment Acquisition
Projects focused solely on purchasing specialized equipment for long-term use and associated installation expenses.
Maximum request: $40,000
The deadline to apply is November 6, 2024. Projects must be completed before December 31, 2027. To apply, visit their website.