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Applications will now be accepted until December 30, 2024, at 4 p.m. (EST).

The Experience Ontario 2025 program is now open for applications! The program provides support for festivals and events with a tourism economic impact to motivate visitors to rediscover Ontario, reconnect people with local experiences and increase tourism spending.

The program aims to support festivals or events in Ontario that will:

• offer programming encouraging people to travel, experience events in person and celebrate Ontario
• draw tourists and increase visitor spending through innovative programming in partnership with businesses and community partners
• provide job opportunities for Ontarians in the tourism, culture and entertainment sectors
• increase Ontario’s profile through media, social media or broadcast exposure

You must submit your application by Thursday, December 19 at 4:00 PM.

For full details, including eligibility, funding amounts and program guidelines, click here.