The Hnatyshyn Foundation is seeking nominations of Canadian contemporary dancers and ballet dancers for two grant programs!

The Hnatyshyn Foundation is accepting nominations of emerging or early-career dancer artists for two of its grant programs.

The Gerda Hnatyshyn Launch Grants, of $10,000 each, help artists launch their professional career by offering financial support for the creation or production of a creative project. One Launch Grant is available for Contemporary Dance. Both dancers and choreographers may apply. Eligible candidates will have recently completed (or are about to complete) their education or training in Contemporary Dance.
Guidelines: https://www.rjhf.com/current-programs/gerda-hnatyshyn-launch-grants
Nomination deadline: March 11, 2026

The Hnatyshyn Foundation Joysanne Sidimus Ballet Grant, of $10,000, supports an exceptionally talented young ballet dancer by bridging the gap between their full-time training and professional life. Canadian dancers entering the final or penultimate year of a full-time, multi-year recognized post-secondary educational program, or entering a full-time educational, training, or apprenticeship program of one year or less at a recognized ballet company, are eligible.
Guidelines: https://www.rjhf.com/current-programs/the-hnatyshyn-foundation-joysanne-sidimus-ballet-grant
Nomination deadline: April 13, 2026

More information: Marianne Brown, Executive Director, The Hnatyshyn Foundation. [email protected]