How To Apply
The OCAF application form is available in both MS Word and Adobe PDF formats.
First time applicants, and those requiring further information or assistance with the application, should contact OCAF staff prior to submitting a stage 1 application. Organization 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. Please refer to “Important Dates” for a current list of stage 2 application deadlines.
Stage 1 requires the applicant to complete a three-page form with basic information about the proposed project and target market. This application is reviewed by program staff. If the project meets the general eligibility criteria, applicants will be provided with the Stage 2 application form.
The Stage 2 application requires the development of a detailed business case that includes a marketing plan, attendance and revenue projections and an analysis of the benefits of the project for the community. Stage 2 applications are reviewed by the OCAF board once staff has done a preliminary assessment.
Important Dates
First time applicants, and those requiring further information or assistance with the application, should contact OCAF staff prior to submitting a Stage 1 application. 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 six months prior to an event.
| Your Event Start Date | Stage 2 Deadline | Board Meeting Date |
| April 2025 or Later | November 1, 2024 | December 4, 2024 |
| May 2025 or Later | January 10, 2025 | February 13, 2025 |
| July 2025 or Later | February 21, 2025 | March 26, 2025 |
| September 2025 or Later | April 18, 2025 | May 22, 2025 |
| October 2025 or Later | May 30, 2025 | July 3, 2025 |
| February 2026 or Later | September 12, 2025 | October 23, 2025 |
| April 2026 or Later | November 7, 2025 | December 4, 2025 |
For more information or to obtain/submit your application visit the OCAF Website
