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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! 

 
 

Funding Streams

Sutaarutit (To Gain Material)
Applications are now closed

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)
Now accepting applications
Deadline: Sunday, January 25, 2026 @11:59pm EST

All artists need room to breathe, time to think and experiment. Iniqarvik provides Inuit creatives from all disciplines the financial support for small to medium-scale activities with a focus on learning, experimentation, and development. Particularly useful for artists seeking to: develop ideas further, test things out, practice or learn new skills, reignite play in their art practice, and more. Proposals from all disciplines will be considered for grants of $3,500 or $5,000.

Apply Now!

 

Turaagaq (Vision) Applications are now closed

Turaagaq is designed for the delivery of large-scale activities that are focused and refined. Best suited for established artists or curators who want to: produce a well-planned project or body of work, impart skills or knowledge to others, exhibit work, and more. Priority will be given to proposals that demonstrate artistic vision, clear outcomes, and/or community engagement over those with a commercial* focus. Proposals from all disciplines will be considered for grants of $10,000 or $15,000.
*Activities conducted with the goal of making a profit through selling work.

 


Eligible Activities

Sutaarutit

The following activities are eligible: 


  • 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
Iniqarvik

Activities can include, but are not limited to: 

  • Creation of artworks
  • Experimenting with a new medium
  • Creative residencies
  • Practical or curatorial research
  • Training or mentorship opportunities to develop artistic skills
  • Renting workspace
  • Marketing artwork to presenters or audiences
  • Develop a website or portfolio
  • Participating in arts events such as art fairs or pop-ups
  • Publishing or self-publishing written materials such as novels, essays, poetry, zines, etc.
Turaagaq

Activities can include, but are not limited to: 

  • Creation of artworks
  • Creative residencies
  • Facilitating workshops or skill-sharing opportunities
  • Exhibiting artwork
  • 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 full details.

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

Check out our Grant Stream Guide to help you figure out which grant stream you should apply to! Please note you can only receive one grant per program cycle.

Grant Stream Guide
 

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.

Sutaarutit Evaluation Criteria
Iniqarvik Evaluation Criteria
Turaagaq 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.
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