We will keep this POST active for the foreseeable future and provide updated information on funding source available to the arts community.
• Arts Alliance has organized a page to help artists receive benefits, from online shows to mental health support: https://www.allianceforarts.com/covid-19
• BC Arts Council: https://www.bcartscouncil.ca/funding/covid-19-updates-and-faq/
• Canada Council: https://canadacouncil.ca/covid-19-information
• Heritage Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/information-covid-19.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage.html
• Federal Announcements: https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releases/2020/04/17/prime-minister-announces-new-support-protect-canadian-jobs
BC Emergency Benefit for Workers
https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020FIN0023-000743