City of Vancouver
Communities and Artists Shifting Culture (CASC)
Vancouver, British Columbia
Upcoming current intake: first 2027 application window opens Aug 26, 2026; as of verification it is not yet open.
For 2027 projects, first intake opens Aug 26, 2026 and closes Oct 7, 2026; second intake opens Jan 20, 2027 and closes Mar 3, 2027.
- Eligible applicants
- Non-profit organizations, charities, registered co-ops, and local First Nation Band Councils; individual artists and collectives from equity-denied communities may apply through a sponsor organization.
- Funding amount or limit
- Grants range from $2,500 to $15,000 and provide up to 75% of cash expenses.
- Jurisdiction
- Vancouver, British Columbia
- Last verified
- 2026-08-01
Eligible activities
- Arts or culture projects in any artistic discipline and any project phase, based in Vancouver or led by the named local First Nations on their traditional lands; examples include community-engaged projects, festivals, celebrations, parades, and artistic creation or production.
Verification note
The City has published current 2027 dates, grant range, contribution rate, and broad arts eligibility.
Official sources
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