Attention all Sault and area creatives and heritage enthusiasts!
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 first intake of the City’s Arts and Culture Assistance Program (ACAP), the City of Sault Ste. Marie says.
In a news release, the city said the ACAP program provides funding for arts, culture, and heritage through several grant streams, including project grants (large and small), operational/seed grants, festivals/events (large and small), and cultural diversity grants.
"Funding is available to local and area arts, culture, heritage organizations, collectives/groups, and individuals working in or serving the Sault Ste. Marie community," the city said.
The city said completed application forms and supporting materials must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024.
Digital submissions are encouraged with the subject line: Arts and Culture Assistance Program Application.
Applications may also be submitted in person or by mail to:
Attn: Arts and Culture Lead
99 Foster Dr.
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
P6A 5X6
You can learn more about the program by attending an information session via Zoom:
- Tuesday, Oct. 8 from 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 10 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
- Monday, Oct. 21 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
To register for one of the sessions or more information, contact Aliesha Moore, Arts and Culture Lead, Community Development and Enterprise Services, by phone at 705-989-8240 or by email at [email protected].
It is recommended that applicants review the ACAP guidelines and speak with city staff before submitting their applications.
For additional ACAP grant information and application details, visit the Cultural Financial Assistance page of the city’s website.