Operating Grants

Operating Grants are intended to support a diverse range of activities that enrich the quality of life of North Vancouver residents. The program focuses on and supports:

• Groups that demonstrate a clear mission, mandate and artistic vision;
• Groups that create and present work produced primarily by local artists/performers/artisans;
• Groups that operate year-round in a fiscally responsible manner with a sound governance model;
• Groups that demonstrate leadership, innovation and collaboration in their artistic and community engagement practices;
• Groups that provide opportunities for creative sector development that include employment to artists and creative sector workers.

2011 FINAL REPORT and BUDGET

If you received an Operating Grant in 2011, you are required to submit a Final Report and Budget in order to be eligible to apply for operating support in 2012. 

2011 FINAL REPORT FORM

FINAL REPORT BUDGET FORM

DEADLINE:  Thursday January 26, 2012 - 4pm

NOTE: This Final Report budget form that you will complete with your organization's financial information for 2011 is the same form you will use if you intend to apply for operating support for 2012. Make sure you save a copy!

2012 OPERATING GRANT INFORMATION

2012 OPERATING GRANTS GUIDELINES (PDF)

2012 OPERATING APPLICATION FORM

2012 OPERATING GRANT SUBMISSION DEADLINE - Thursday February 16, 2012

SAMPLE BUDGET - the following is a 'mock' budget to assist you in completing your the Operating Grant budget form. Use the tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet to navigate.

SAMPLE OPERATING GRANT BUDGET

Prior to submitting a grant request, please contact staff at the Arts Office to discuss your organizational eligibility. If you have any questions, please contact:

Barb McLean, Cultural Development Officer
T: 604.982.3894
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