The purpose of the dissemination grant is to assist with the presentation of the works of PEI professional artists to the public, ideally in a critical and/or curatorial context, in the following disciplines: crafts; dance; interdisciplinary arts; film and media arts; music; theatre; visual arts; and writing and publishing.

Total maximum annual dissemination grant amounts:

• Established Professional Artists: $2,500
• Emerging Professional Artists: $2,000

This grant is intended to support opportunities to publicly present artistic works in order to increase access, understanding, and appreciation of Prince Edward Island art.

Eligible projects include the following: tours, presentations, exhibitions, performances, screenings, web presentations of original artworks, limited reproductions, publishing, and translation. This program is intended to support the dissemination of specific completed works of arts.

Purely commercial self-promotion ventures are not eligible for funding under this program.

Dissemination grants are available for individuals or small groups/bands at the established professional and emerging professional artist levels. Amateur artists and/or students and not-for-profit organizations are not eligible for funding under this program.

Eligible costs include travel expenses, shipping/freight, limited reproductions, artist fees, framing, professional fees, installation costs, and facility and equipment rental. Capital costs are not eligible.