Support for artists | Government of Northwest Territories

Funding for artists

Financial support for individual artists, arts organizations, and creative projects.

Get up to $5,000 to help with a small-scale art project.

Get up to $10,000 to support medium-scale arts projects and events.

Arts organizations can get up to $100,000 to support large-scale art projects and events.

Funding for arts organizations for staffing, program administration, and expenses related to operating galleries and art spaces.

Travel funding for artists and groups to promote, share or advance their artistic practice.

Programs that help artists market their work, grow their businesses, and build organizational capacity.

Learn about opportunities to showcase your talents and sell your work outside of the Northwest Territories.

Connect with customers through unique branding and marketing opportunities on the NWT Arts website.

Eligible arts organizations will be contacted to participate in the program, and may receive up to $20,000 to help with capacity building.

Targeted supports for film, traditional arts, and creative industries.

Supports NWT artisans by ensuring a supply of raw materials at affordable prices.