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NOTIFICATION: TOArtist COVID Response Fund – SUSPENDED
To assist Toronto artists in dealing with the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis, Toronto Arts Foundation and Toronto Arts Council are introducing the TOArtist COVID Response Fund. The Fund will allocate up to $1000 to self-employed, individual artists resident in Toronto whose creative work and income have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We recognize the adverse impacts that the cancellation of performances and productions, the closure of venues, and the loss of teaching opportunities have on the freelance workers that make up the majority of professional artists in Toronto.
Accepting applications from artists who post a 45 to 60 minute online performance between today and March 31, 2020. Financial grants will be given out from a $100,000 relief fund.
To apply to this short-term relief measure, performing artists or ensemble (less than 10 people) simply need to write to the National Arts Centre at CanadaPerforms@nac-cna.ca, provide their name, a description of their 45-60 minutes performance, when they wish to share and on what platform. The National Arts Centre will select fund recipients in consultation with industry leaders. The NAC will announce online performances, as they apply, are selected and confirmed, via its Facebook page for Canadians to watch and enjoy.
Administered by Glad Day Bookshop in Toronto, this fund will help cover emergency aid and paid work for LGBTQ2S artists, performers and tip-based workers.
Provides financial aid for the music industry.
You’re eligible if you:
- Worked primarily in the music industry for at least two years.
- Worked primarily in the music industry for 55% of your career.
- Earned at least 55% of your income from the Canadian music industry, if you are over 65.
Professionals in any role within the Canadian music industry are eligible. Professional roles include, but are not limited to:
- Musician, songwriter, producer and engineer
- Label and publisher personnel
- Independent marketing, distribution, promotion and publicity staff
- Manager, agent and promoter
- Technical and venue staff (sound technicians, roadies, etc.)
- Staff from associations, funders or collectives
For Immediate Finanicial assistance (1-855-986-4766)
This grant provides emergency funds for writers mid-project.
The AFC is the lifeline for Canada’s entertainment industry.
You are professionally eligible if you:
- Are working age and have earned the majority of your income from entertainment industry work in 2019
OR
- Are over 65 and have earned the majority of your income from the industry over your working life
If you do not meet these guidelines exactly, we still encourage you to apply. We are aiming to help as many people as possible during this crisis.
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Financial relief and COVID-19 updates for clients.