REPAIRE would like to begin by thanking the individual members and organizations who responded to the survey on the most recent funding results from the Canada Council for the Arts (CCA).
Since 2024, the CCA has been experiencing a period of financial instability, marked by budget cuts and administrative adjustments. In this context, we wanted to provide an updated overview to guide coordinated actions and advocacy for the future of the field. To date, 12% of artist members and 22% of the organization members of REPAIRE have participated in the survey.
82% of responding artists and 65% of responding organizations report that they are currently not receiving sufficient funding from the CCA to maintain their regular activities. Approximately 66% of funding applications submitted by REPAIRE’s artists and organizations were refused. Overall, the total amounts allocated have decreased compared to previous years.
The extended temporary closure of the CCA portal has negatively impacted the activities of the majority of responding artists and organizations, leading to slowed or postponed activities, generating uncertainty, and making planning more difficult.
Most responding artists and organizations also expressed dissatisfaction with the CCA’s communication methods, reporting difficulty in reaching a contact person or obtaining feedback on refused applications. These issues point to a lack of clarity and transparency.
Finally, 80% of respondents would like to have a meeting with CCA officers and management to discuss and obtain more information on the current situation. REPAIRE therefore plans to extend this invitation to the Council as well as to all members of the artistic ecosystem.
