CIF Art Grant
The CIF Art Grant provides an opportunity for artists to purchase art supplies. This $85 grant is offered 4 times per year. Eligible applicants are selected by random draw. Vancouver residents who are consumers of mental health and/or substance use services are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Eligibility
The following 4 criteria must be met:
- Adult (18+) with lived/living experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges
- Resident of the City of Vancouver
- Have a specific art project in mind
- Have not received this grant within the last 2 years
Application Form
Option 1: Download the CIF Art Grant Application Form, save a copy to your computer, and fill it in digitally
Option 2: Print the CIF Art Grant Application Form and fill it in by hand
Apply
Submit your completed application form to the Consumer Initiative Fund office
Email: Megan.Brummitt@vch.ca
Fax: 604-874-7661
Mail to or drop off at:
Consumer Initiative Fund Office
200-520 W 6th Ave
Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H5
Next Deadline:
February 6, 2026

2026 Deadlines
Draws take place the week after each application deadline
Feb 6th
Winter Draw
May 8th
Spring Draw
Aug 7th
Summer Draw
Nov 6th
Fall Draw
Additional Information
When to Apply
The CIF Art Grant is open 4 times a year, typically in the Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall
See above for 2025 deadlines
Applications are accepted up until 12 midnight on the deadline date
Selection Process
All applications are reviewed
Qualified applicants are randomly selected in a draw
The draw takes place the week after the deadline
All applicants are notified of the result by email or phone
Payment
Grants are issued by cheque and mailed to recipients
Payments can take up to 4 weeks to be received
It is important to enter your current mailing address on the application form