St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program applications open for 2026 events

Applications are now open for the final round of the 2025 St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program funding.

The deadline to apply for Arts Development, Culture Builds Community, and Festival Program funding is September 18, for projects starting in January 2026 or later.

In June, City Council approved $360,500 in funding for Sustaining Core and Midsized Programs and several activity-based programs. 

The remaining $91,000 will be awarded to successful applicants in this final round.

(Written by: Brandon Warby)