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Accessibility: Our Plans for the Future
Canada Council for the Arts Director and CEO Simon Brault speaks to action plans to make the Council more accessible.

Discover the best books of 2022
The winners of the Governor General’s Literary Awards have been announced.

Celebrate the talented winners of the Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts
Discover the works of the 2021 and 2022 GGArts winners in two must-see exhibits.

Research on the Value of Public Funding for Indigenous Arts and Cultures
This research highlights the vital role of Indigenous arts and cultures and the value of public funding.

How the North is Changing the Canada Council for the Arts
Simon Brault reflects on what the Council has learned about the North, the changes it is now making, and how it will continue to grow.

New funding for innovation
Change-makers with bold ideas about how to rebuild an arts sector that is resilient, sustainable, inclusive, and equitable can now apply. Take the next step by learning more about our funding opportunities.