The City of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, is currently accepting applications for its Arts and Culture Assistance Program to help fund local cultural projects through the end of 2026. Residents and organizations have until 4:30 p.m. on March 27, 2026, to apply for a portion of the $85,000 available in this round of funding. The city sets aside a total of $170,000 each year to support artists, non-profit groups, and community festivals.
This funding is available for various community needs, including starting new art projects, running large or small festivals, and supporting cultural diversity. Individual artists, community groups, and registered non-profit organizations that serve the local area are all eligible to apply. To be considered, any proposed project must take place within the 2026 calendar year.
The Cultural Vitality Committee, led by chair Donna Hilsinger, will review all requests before sending recommendations to City Council for a final decision. After the review process is finished in May, successful applicants can expect to receive their money by early June. In a previous round of funding, the city provided grants to 15 different local individuals and groups.
Interested parties can submit their applications online, by mail, or in person at 99 Foster Drive. For more information, residents can contact Aliesha Moore, the city’s arts and culture lead, through the Community Development and Enterprise Services department. The program was created to help grow the local arts and heritage scene and provide more cultural events for the community.
