“The League of Canadian Poets is Canada's only national professional poetry organization. The League serves the poetry community and promotes a high level of professional achievement through events, networking, projects, publications, mentoring, and awards.”

“Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of free participatory arts and culture events across the country both in-person and online. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in our communities.”

The St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP) is designed to support the creative sector and strengthen the overall cultural ecosystem in the City of St. Catharines. The program invests in arts and cultural activities to enhance our public life in the community.

SCCIP has seven different program streams each with their own distinct priorities, eligibility, and evaluation criteria.

“Our vision is one where the arts are thriving in all parts of Canada and on the world stage, to the full cultural, social and economic benefit of people across the country… We are also committed to honouring and supporting the arts and cultures of Indigenous Peoples.”

“Ontario Arts Council (OAC) project grant programs provide one-time grants for specific projects. Project grants are not meant to cover operating or ongoing expenses.”