The Creative Industries Fund helps creative and cultural businesses and non-profit organizations in Nova Scotia promote distribution of creative content to national and international markets; increase the exports of Nova Scotian creative products; build brand awareness and increase audience engagement in new markets; diversify and increase revenue streams; and increase the export potential for Nova Scotian cultural products outside of Nova Scotia.
Eligibility
Creative businesses can apply for funding if the business or non-profit organization is registered with Registry of Joint Stock Companies and is in 1 of the following sectors:
fashion and design
screen
music
performing arts
production and fine craft
visual arts and applied arts
publishing
You need to apply for funding by 1 December 2024. The funding program processes applications as they receive them until all available funds are allocated (gone). Once all funds are allocated, the program closes and no longer accepts new applications.
How to apply
Review detailed program criteria in the Creative Industries Fund Guidelines.
Determine your stream.
Contact the Creative Industries Fund to discuss your project idea and confirm your eligibility.
Complete the funding application.
Check the application for details on all required supporting documents.
Complete the budget template.
Send your completed application, supporting documents and budget template by email.