Applications are now accepted for the 2026 second intake of the City’s Arts and Culture Assistance Program (ACAP), a program that provides arts, culture, and heritage funding through several grant streams. These include Project Grants (Large and Small), Operational/Seed Grants, festivals/Events (Large and Small), and cultural diversity grants. Funding is available to local and area arts, culture, and heritage organizations, collectives/groups, and individuals working in or serving the Sault Ste. Marie community.
Completed application forms and supporting materials must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026. Digital submissions are encouraged with the subject line: Arts and Culture Assistance Program Application. Applications may also be submitted in person or by mail by to:
Attn: Arts and Culture Lead
99 Foster Drive
Sault Ste. Marie ON
P6A 5X6
ACAP information sessions will take place on the following dates and times via Zoom:
- Monday, March 9, at 12 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 10, at 2 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 11, at 3 p.m.
- Thursday, March 12, at 4 p.m.
- Friday, March 13, at 12 p.m.
To register for a session, for more information, or to schedule a different time, contact Aliesha Moore, Arts and Culture Lead, Community Development and Enterprise Services, by phone at 705-989-8240 or by email at a.moore@cityssm.on.ca. It is recommended that applicants review the ACAP guidelines and speak with City staff prior to submitting their application.
For additional ACAP grant information and application details, visit the Cultural Financial Assistance page of the City’s website.