This funding supports Canadian book and literary magazine publishers engaged in developing and promoting Canadian authors through editorial activities. Eligible expenses include editing fees, author royalties, production, distribution, and accessibility costs for up to six eligible works or issues within one year. Grants are capped at $30,000 per application with a maximum of two applications per year. Applicants must meet publication history requirements and adhere to artistic practice standards.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit and for-profit Indigenous organizations and support organizations that pay royalties according to artistic practice standards. Publishers must have recent publication history and not currently receive a base grant. Up to two applications per calendar year are al