City of Calgary

Arts and Culture Microgrant — Tier 2

Calgary, Alberta

Current — the September 2, 2026 Tier 2 deadline remains upcoming.

2026 Intake 2 deadline is September 2, 2026 for initiatives beginning December 2026 through May 2027; applications should be submitted at least 30 days before the initiative start.

Eligible applicants
Calgary registered non-profits, registered charities, Community Associations, and Business Improvement Areas in good standing with the City.
Funding amount or limit
Up to 50% of eligible project expenses, to a maximum of $30,000 per application; $330,000 was available per 2026 Tier 2 intake.
Jurisdiction
Calgary, Alberta
Last verified
2026-08-01

Eligible activities

  • Larger new arts and culture projects, programming, temporary installations, place-keeping, workshops, and events, including music events, cultural festivals, and public arts learning.

Verification note

Music is explicit in the City’s activity examples.

Official sources

MusicList summarizes official public material and does not accept applications. Confirm current eligibility, dates, and terms with the operator.

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