This ministry provides annual operating grants to eligible community museums across Ontario. These museums contribute to their communities' economic well-being as employers and tourist attractions, attracting over 2,300,000 visitors per year. This support strengthens their role in their communities as custodians and interpreters of the province's irreplaceable heritage collections. Museums that receive this support are required to meet the criteria established in Regulation 877, "Grants for Museums" under the Ontario Heritage Act and this ministry's Standards for Community Museums in Ontario.
Community Museum Operating and Pay Equity Grants
The application period for 2017-18 is now closed. The application period for 2018-19 will open in Spring 2018.
The Community Museum Operating and Pay Equity Grants are distributed to recipients operating a year-round or seasonal museum in accordance with Regulation 877, “Grants for Museums” under the Ontario Heritage Act and this ministry’s Standards for Community Museums in Ontario.
In 2017-18, only museums funded in 2016-17 will be eligible to submit an application.
Last updated: June 30, 2017
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