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Programs

The Raven Collective offers three core programs supporting Indigenous artists at every stage of their creative journey — from first works to major productions and beyond.

Our programs

How we support artists

Artist grants — Creation fund

Direct funding for Indigenous artists at any career stage, with no bureaucratic barriers. From first works to major productions. Grants are available for film, theatre, painting, carving, and digital art.

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Elder & artist residency

Structured knowledge transfer pairing emerging Indigenous artists with Knowledge Keepers and established masters across carving, weaving, performance, and visual art traditions.

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Amplify — Distribution & exhibition

Gallery placements, film festival submissions, and theatre production support bringing Indigenous stories to wider audiences across Canada and internationally.

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Eligibility

Who can apply

Who is eligible

Indigenous artists from BC and Alberta nations

Artists at any career stage — emerging to established

Artists working in any discipline we support

Collectives and collaborative projects welcome

Artists living on or off reserve

What we fund

Film and documentary production

Theatre development and production

Visual art — painting, carving, sculpture

Digital art and multimedia projects

Cultural knowledge documentation

How we decide

Applications reviewed by our Indigenous board

Cultural integrity and community impact weighted heavily

Artist autonomy and ownership always protected

No bureaucratic barriers — plain language applications

Our commitment to artists

Fair pay at or above industry standard rates

Artists retain full ownership of their work

Cultural IP protected at every stage

Ongoing mentorship beyond the grant period

Ready to apply?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. There are no deadlines — submit when you are ready. Our team will respond within 14 business days.

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