Operating Assistance: Performing Arts Organizations
From BC Arts Council
Operating Assistance: Performing Arts Organizations provides funding to assist the general operations of established non-profit arts and culture organizations working in professional dance, music, theatre, multidisciplinary, or other performing arts practices such as circus arts and comedy.
- Amount
- See what is offered
- Who can apply
- Organizations
- Where you must live
- British Columbia
- Art forms
- Music, Dance, Theatre
- Application fee
- Not stated
- Kind
- Grant
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What is offered
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In the funder's words, from their page, read September 26, 2026.
Eligibility
Accelerate Eligibility Tab Preview (Word) This intake is open to both returning and new applicants within eligible operating assistance streams. Applicants must meet all program eligibility requirements, including any funding history requirements outlined in the guidelines. Organizations receiving Operating Assistance are no longer eligible for Accelerate top-up funding.
What to send
Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. PT on October 8, 2026, through the Grant Management System . Before submitting an application, ensure that: Your organization's profile information is complete and current. Required documentation has been uploaded. Address verification and contact information are up to date.
Checked against the funder's page, September 26, 2026.
Source: https://www.bcartscouncil.ca/program/operating-assistance-performing-arts/ (opens in a new tab). Our research read it on September 26, 2026.
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