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title: "North Vancouver opens grant applications for community events and arts activities"
description: "The City of North Vancouver is accepting applications for its Culture Makes the City programming grants, with up to $25,000 available for established local events. The deadline is December 13, 2026."
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last_updated: "2026-11-14T17:31:57.714Z"
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The City of North Vancouver opened applications for its Culture Makes the City programming grants on November 13, 2026. Groups and individuals can apply for funding to support community events and local arts activities, with grants ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. The deadline to apply is December 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Mayor [Linda Buchanan](/bc/north-vancouver-city-2026/candidates/linda-buchanan) said in the City's news release: "Culture is at the heart of what makes a community vibrant, connected and welcoming."

## Three funding tiers

The program has three tiers for different sizes and types of groups. Tier 1 offers $1,000 to $3,000 and is for small or new community groups, with a shorter application process. Tier 2 offers $2,500 to $12,000 and is for existing events. Tier 3 offers $10,000 to $25,000 and is for large established events; the City says this tier is available during the main intake only. The City says no matching funds are required for any tier.

Informal groups and individuals can apply directly for Tier 1. For Tiers 2 and 3, applicants must be an incorporated non-profit organization, or they must partner with one to act as a fiscal sponsor.

## Payment and permit requirements

For Tier 1, the City pays the full grant upfront. For Tiers 2 and 3, the City pays 75 percent of the grant on signing and the remaining 25 percent after a debrief, which must happen within 90 days of the event.

Groups planning activities in City parks between May and September 2027 must also apply for an event permit from the City by December 31, 2026, the program page says.

## How to apply

The City's program page at cnv.org has the application details, guidelines and contact information. Council will consider applications in February 2027.

Residents can find the full program details at [cnv.org](https://www.cnv.org/Recreation-Culture/Arts-Culture/Culture-Makes-the-City-Programming-Grant).

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