Application Deadlines

First time applicants, and those requiring further information or assistance with the application, should contact OCAF staff prior to submitting a Stage 1 application There is no deadline for Stage 1 applications, but organizations must start the application process approximately eight months prior to an event. OCAF has a two-stage application process which ensures that organizations do not dedicate significant time, effort and resources to an ineligible project. Stage 2 applications should be assessed by the OCAF Board approximately three to six months prior to an event.   Please contact Thomas Vaughan at tvaughan@ocaf.ca to discuss the eligibility of your event.

Your Event Start DateStage 2 DeadlineBoard Meeting Date
February 2026 or laterSeptember 12, 2025October 23, 2025
April 2026 or laterNovember 7, 2025December 4, 2025
May 2026 or laterJanuary 9, 2026February 12, 2026
July 2026 or laterFebruary 20, 2026March 26, 2026
September 2026 or laterApril 17, 2026May 21, 2026
October 2026 or laterMay 29, 2026July 2, 2026
February 2027 or laterSeptember 4, 2026October 8, 2026
April 2027 or laterNovember 6, 2026December 3, 2026

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