KajungiqsautGrants_Logo-FINAL

Kajungiqsaut Grants is a new funding initiative dedicated to supporting Inuit working in the arts. Co-developed in partnership with the Canada Council for the Arts, Kajungiqsaut are accessible, culturally relevant funding that support Inuit creatives to pursue their many and multi-faceted ambitions - especially first-time applicants. Kajungiqsaut values self-determination, skills development, and the crucial time needed to dream, grow, and create throughout an individual’s journey in the arts. 

The Inuit Art Foundation is proud to support Inuit creatives through Kajungiqsaut and strongly encourages applicants from any stage in their artistic careers to apply! 

 

2025 Grant Recipients

We are pleased to announce the grant results for Kajungiqsaut 2025! Congratulations to all of the recipients and thank you to everyone who applied!

 

Sutaarutit

Kailin Aleekuk
Mary Akpalialuk
Ashley Andersen
Ola Andersen
Heather Angnatok
Teresa Best
Candace Bristow
Eletha Caza
Christine Dunbar
Nicholas Flowers
Manumi Gordon
Mylena Idlout-Mullin
Mary Jewell
Cora Kavyaktok
Uumati Kisoun-Inuarak
Denise Klengenberg
Aaron Kowikchuk
Annie Kumarluk
Rhea Muckpah-Gavin
Cassidy-Ann Nester
Traci O’Gorman
Susan Pottle Dyson
Susan Pryde
Arnatsiaq Qvist
Maryanne Reid
Siku Rojas
Rebecca Salmonson
Chris Sampson
Inez Shiwak
Tasha Tigullaraq
Hannah Tooktoo
Brendalynn Trennert
Gabriel Uqaituk
Tegan Voisey
Blanche Winters

 

Iniqarvik

Haley Alakan-White
Dennis Allen
Haiga Ashoona
Heather Campbell
Isabelle Chapadeau
Victoria Cull
Bill Flowers
Jasmine Freeman
Kablusiak
Megan Kyak-Monteith
Lilli Lucas
David Merkuratsuk
Yvonne Moorhouse
Kajola Morewood
Niap
Winifred Nungak
Rachael Okatsiak
Akinasi Partridge
Isaac Partridge
Charlotte Qamaniq
Saima Romito-Kalluk
Katherine Takpannie
Derrald Taylor
Sarah Whalen-Lunn
Alberta Williams

 

Turaagaq

April Allen
Eldred Allen
Ujarak Appadoo
Priscilla Boulay
Alex Flaherty
Gloria Iatridis
Gayle Uyagaqi Kabloona
Robert Kautuk
Aija Komangapik
Mina Linklater
Tanya Lukin-Linklater
Mia Mautice
Lindsay McIntyre
Joy Sevigny
Jason Sikoak
Bronwyn Szabo
Taalrumiq
Ina Tikivik

 
 

Funding Streams

Sutaarutit (To Gain Material)
Applications are now closed
Deadline: Monday, December 9, 2024 @11:59pm EST

Getting tools and materials to make work can be one of the first challenges artists face to creating new pieces. Sutaarutit builds on the IAF’s existing partnership with the Ontario Arts Council’s Indigenous Visual Artists' Materials grant and provides opportunities for artists to fund these purchases. Grants of $500 or $1,000 are available and emerging artists are strongly encouraged to apply. 

If you live inside Ontario, please apply through the OAC.  

Iniqarvik (To Have Space)
Applications are now closed
Extended Deadline: Sunday, April 13, 2025 @11:59pm EST

All artists need room to breathe, time to think and experiment. Iniqarvik provides Inuit creatives from all disciplines the financial support to research, experiment, begin or complete new works, or plan future creations. Small scale proposals from all disciplines will be accepted for grants of $3,500 or $5,000.

 

Turaagaq (Vision)
Applications are now closed
Deadline: Sunday, December 1, 2024 @11:59pm EST

Turaagaq is designed for those who are planning larger projects and can help bring your creative visions to life. Proposals from all disciplines will be accepted for grants of $10,000 or $15,000. Priority will be given to proposals that demonstrate artistic vision and clear outcomes over those with a commercial focus.

 


Eligible Activities

The following activities are eligible through Sutaarutit: 

  • Purchasing artistic materials and supplies, including hunting tools for gathering natural materials
  • Travel costs for gathering natural materials
  • Delivery costs for transporting or shipping artistic materials and supplies

Any combination of the following activities are eligible through Iniqarvik and Turaagaq:

  • Creating and developing artworks 
  • Renting workspace
  • Training or mentorship opportunities to develop artistic skills
  • Creative residencies
  • Presenting artwork
  • Marketing artwork to presenters or audiences
  • Participating in arts events such as art fairs or pop-ups
  • Developing an artist website or portfolio
  • Publishing or self-publishing written materials such as novels, essays, poetry, zines, etc.

 

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted by email, mail, and via oral submission in English and Inuktut. All necessary translations will be provided by the IAF. See application forms for additional details.

You cannot submit applications to multiple streams. Please choose whichever stream best suits your needs.

We want to help you be successful in getting funding for your art practice! Here are some helpful hints to help you with writing your application. 

Helpful Hints

 

 

Applicant Eligibility

This program is open to Inuit who are actively working in the arts. We encourage applicants from all disciplines and career levels, which makes this perfect for first time applicants. Eligibility varies by funding stream and applicants must meet the eligibility criteria. Please see the application forms for full eligibility details.

 
 

Assessment

An external, all-Inuit Peer Assessment Committee whose members represent diverse fields and practices within the broader Inuit arts community will assess applications.

Evaluation Criteria

Past Peer Assessors

Interested in becoming a Peer Assessor for IAF programs? Apply today!

 


Reporting Requirements

As outlined in the Terms and Conditions, applicants who receive a grant must complete what was proposed in their application within 12 months of receiving the funds.

In order to analyze the effectiveness of the program, the IAF asks recipients to fill out a brief Final Report. This will give applicants the opportunity to summarize the completed activities, how funds were used, and share feedback on how the IAF can make improvements to the program. This information will help inform future iterations of the program and how the IAF can continue to make improvements to better support Inuit creatives.

As an alternative or in addition to the report, recipients will also have the option to speak directly with a Program Officer to share their summary and provide feedback. Applicants are also welcome to contact us at any time with questions or feedback.

Kyle Aleekuk
Program Officer
kaleekuk[at]inuitartfoundation[dot]org
647-498-7717 ext 115  

 


Past Recipients

 


Workshop

Ilisarniq Series: Applying for Kajungiqsaut Grants

    • Who is eligible
    • Options for submission
    • Important deadlines
    • Guidance for filling out the application form
    • What kind of support materials are required
    • Selection criteria and process
 


Questions? For more information and assistance please contact:

Kyle Aleekuk
Program Officer
647.498.7717 ext. 115
kaleekuk[at]inuitartfoundation[dot]org

Translation will be arranged for inquiries or requests in Inuktut. Please allow for extra time for staff responding to questions or making arrangements to speak directly with a translator.

Frequently Asked Questions
We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.
CCA_RGB_colour_e