You’ve played some local gigs and built a local fan base. Now you’re ready to take your show on the road and perform for new audiences. Creative Saskatchewan offers two streams of funding depending on the nature of the project – Music and Live Performing Arts.
Around the province, across the country or overseas, the Tour Support Grant is aimed at helping the following performers generate revenue and build careers:
Opening date: May 21, 2024
Deadlines to apply:
All deadlines close at 4:00 PM Saskatchewan time. If a deadline falls on a statutory holiday or a weekend, applications will be accepted until 4:00 PM the following business day.
Please note: Applications no longer need to be received at least 14 days prior to the first performance date, just before the first performance date!
Application processing time: Applicants can expect to receive results within 8 weeks from the deadline date.
Results will be delivered via e-mail and will be available in GMS
Applicants may apply for a maximum of $15,000 or 50% of the total eligible cash budget, whichever is the lesser.
Applicants are eligible for a maximum of two Tour Support Grants per year.
Please note that in 2022-23, this program had an approval rate of 62% (16 out of 26 applications were approved).
Applicants from all the live performing arts and music sectors supported by Creative Saskatchewan are eligible to apply for this grant.
Tour Support Guidelines – Music
Tour Support Guidelines – Live Performing Arts
Please note that if ineligible expenses (outlined in the Guidelines above) exceed 50% of the project budget, the application will be deemed ineligible.
Activities that receive funding from SK Arts or SaskCulture are not eligible for support through Creative Saskatchewan investment programs.
Assessment Criteria – Live Performing Arts
You’ll be asked these questions as part of the online Grant Management System application process, pay close attention to the maximum number of points available!
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Tip – Grant writing webinars are available on our YouTube channel
Book a consult Our Program Team is happy to walk you through eligibility criteria, tips for success, and best practices.
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