DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2010 Long-term Grants provide support over a two-year period to established professional fine craft artists or curators (for research only) who have made a significant contribution to contemporary fine craft. The period of activity covered by the grant must have a series of opportunities in the fields of research, production, career and networking development. The program of work must be designed to advance the long-term artistic and career development of the artist at a key moment in their career. It must include at least two of the following activities: – Research/Professional Development
– Production of a New Body of Work
– Production Towards a Confirmed Public Presentation
– Career Development:

Grant Amount
The grant amount is $40,000 per year for two consecutive years, for a total of $80,000. This grant supports a period of comprehensive activities in research, creation, production and career development. Note that grants cannot be used for projects that have been completed. Educational projects, capital and large equipment costs are not eligible. For more information on this grant check out: http://www.canadacouncil.ca/grants/