Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Business Planning — Aboriginal or Official Language Minority Firms
All of Canada
Government of Canada, Canadian Heritage
Funding Limits
Up to 75% of eligible costs
Program Contact Details
flc-sae-cbf-sfp@pch.gc.ca
1-866-811-0055
Industry
Arts, athletics, entertainment and recreation
What is this funding for?
Financial support for book publisher business planning
Program Description
The Support for Publishers component of the Canada Book Fund (CBF) helps to ensure the sustainable production and marketing of Canadian-authored books by offsetting the high costs of publishing in Canada and building the capacity and competitiveness of the sector. Business planning projects help recipients develop strategic approaches to improving their business activities and competitiveness.
Steps to Apply
1. Review the Application Guidelines – Support for Publishers: Business Development
2. Verify your organization's eligibility for the program
3. Prepare the necessary documents, including a detailed project plan and, if applicable, the intern's resume
4. Access your Canadian Heritage account or create one if you haven't already
5. Complete the online application form with accurate and comprehensive information
6. Submit the completed application online by 4 pm (ET) on February 2, 2026
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