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SK Arts (SaskCulture funding) · Canada

Indigenous Peoples Art and Artists

Deadline listed; check intake

Saskatchewan Indigenous artists, Knowledge Keepers, Elders and small groups, in any art form.

Matching is a starting point. The funder decides who is eligible.

Program at a glance

Application status
Deadline listed; check intake
Funding amount
$2,000 basic; $7,500 intermediate; $18,000 major
Listed deadline
April 15, 2027
Who can apply
Artists, Elders and Knowledge Keepers, Individuals. Only for First Nations, Métis and Inuit applicants.
Where
Saskatchewan, Canada
Good for
Arts and culture, Indigenous languages, Heritage, history and archives
Pays for
A project, Training or professional development, Paying people

Who it's intended for

Details
Saskatchewan Indigenous artists, Knowledge Keepers or Elders, any art form; small groups also eligible

Source checked against the funder's website on November 9, 2026. Funder page confirms Apr 15 and Oct 15 deadlines, $2,000 / $7,500 / $18,000 levels and eligibility. Page does not say whether the portal is open now. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Saskatchewan Indigenous artists, Knowledge Keepers or Elders, any art form; small groups also eligible
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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