The Independent Artists program supports Saskatchewan artists to pursue their creative work and careers by funding creative, professional development, or research projects, and the production and/or presentation of artistic works.
Deadlines
- Independent Artists: March 15 and October 1
Note: Artists are welcome to apply as soon as the portal opens, generally eight to twelve weeks prior to the deadline, and their projects may begin anytime after they have submitted, even if it is prior to the deadline itself.
Contact
Dance and Theatre
Chancz Perry
(306) 550-1707 (Regina) or 800-667-7526 (Toll-Free)
Literary
Danica Lorer
(306) 290-7738 (Saskatoon) or 800-667-7526 (Toll-Free)
Carmelle Pretzlaw
(306) 787-4153 (Regina) or 800-667-7526 (toll free)
Media and Multidisciplinary
Berny Hi
(306) 526-8367 (Regina) or 800-667-7526 (Toll-Free)
Music
Geoff Smith
(306) 260-5784 (Saskatoon) or 800-667-7526 (Toll-Free)
Visual
Jody Greenman-Barber (On Leave)
(306) 541-5692 (Regina) or 800-667-7526 (Toll-Free)
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Please direct questions to:
Heather Benning
(306) 519-2318 (Saskatoon) or 800-667-7526 (Toll-Free)
Application and Information
- Apply Online
- Independent Artists Program Guidelines
- Preparing Your Grant Application (extra advice for newer applicants)
- Final reports should be submitted online. If you applied prior to May 2017 using a paper application and would like a final report on paper, please contact your program consultant.
- Completing your Independent Artists final report online
Eligible Applicants
Emerging or established professional artists who are Saskatchewan residents and Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
Please review the guidelines for more information on eligibility.
Maximum Funding
Maximum funding levels vary.
Recent Recipients
Photo credit: Fransaskois singer/songwriter Lévi Soulodre. Photo by Emily Kohlert, Emily Only Design.