Indigenous Cultural Connections Program

Grant Program Categories: Artists & Collectives

Indigenous Cultural Connections Program

Deadline May 28, 2025

March 22, 2025: Full guidelines published 
April 23, 2025: Applications open 
May 28, 2025: Application deadline (no applications accepted after 4:30pm MST) 
June 2025: Evaluation of grants 
Early July 2025: Notification of results 
July 2025: Funds distributed 

Brief Overview 

The Indigenous Cultural Connections program (previously the Indigenous Artist Microgrant) is intended to support First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) artists living and working in the Treaty 7 region for activities and expenses related to the preservation, maintenance and revival of Indigenous culture and tradition.

Eligible proposals may include:

  • Projects related to crafting and creating regalia
  • Projects related to traditional methods and forms

Projects can begin, but cannot be fully completed, before the application deadline of May 28, 2025. Projects funded through this program must be complete by December 31, 2026.

Applicants may apply for up to $7,500.

Total funding available for this program is $100,000.

If you have any questions or need any help completing an application, please contact Richelle Bear Hat, Community Investment Program Specialist, at richelle.bearhat@calgaryartsdevelopment.com or 403.264.5330 ext. 125.