SK Arts programs and services are available to everyone in the province, but some people may face barriers to accessing them. That could mean extra costs to attend our events, work in our online application system, or complete SK Arts-funded projects.
Our Accessibility Fund helps people facing barriers – such as those who are deaf, have a disability, live with mental illness, or whose primary language is not English – to access our programs and services.
SK Arts is grateful to the Government of Saskatchewan, through the Ministry of Parks, Culture, and Sport, for their support of this fund, which is offered without removing funds from our other programs.
The Accessibility Fund offers Access Support and Project Support for SK Arts programs and events.
Individuals or collectives[1] applying for SK Arts funding in the Independent Artists (IA), Indigenous Peoples Art and Artists (IPAA), or Micro-Grant programs may request Project Support. These funds cover expenses related to accommodations for barriers and are not used toward other project costs. They also do not count toward the maximum funding amount for the IA, IPAA or Micro-Grant programs. They are awarded automatically, based on needs and costs (up to 50% of the grant amount), if the review panel funds the application. Project Support funds are not reviewed.
Project Support funds may be paid directly to a maximum of three independent support providers, so the funds do not impact the recipient’s taxable income. Providers must submit an invoice showing the name of the grant recipient, the hourly rate and accessibility services provided, as well as the grant application number. The invoice is approved by the SK Arts program consultant. If the Project Support payment is made directly to the grant recipient, the funds must be included on a T4A provided to the recipient.
There is no special application process for Project Support. Information is included with the individual’s or collective’s application to the IA, IPAA or Micro-Grant programs.
[1] Any collective in which at least one member identifies as requiring special supports may be considered for Project Support regardless of whether the individual requiring accommodation is the lead applicant. Individuals or collectives without one member requiring special supports may not use this funding to increase their accessibility to audience members.
Chancz Perry
(306) 550-1707 (Regina) or 800-667-7526 (Toll-Free)
cperry@sk-arts.ca
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SK Arts provides funding and support to the arts for the benefit of all people in Saskatchewan. We could not provide this level of service to the public without ongoing funding from the Government of Saskatchewan and partners such as SaskCulture and Sask Lotteries.
