U.S. Talent Program for the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada
This grant funds programs to connect U.S. experts, artists, and athletes with Canadian audiences on key topics like economic security, defense, border security, free speech, and AI, through in-person or virtual events.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Canada
Due Dates: July 31, 2026: Full application deadline (applications must be received by July 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EDT)
Funding Amounts: $100,000–$200,000 per award (1 anticipated award); up to 24 months duration
Summary: Supports programs connecting U.S. citizen experts, artists, and athletes with Canadian audiences on U.S. strategic priorities via in-person and virtual exchanges.
Key Information: Cost sharing is encouraged but not required; only one proposal per organization allowed.
Description
The U.S. Mission to Canada, through its Public Diplomacy Section, is soliciting proposals for a cooperative agreement to implement a program connecting U.S. citizen talent—including subject matter experts, artists, cultural professionals, and current/former athletes and coaches—with Canadian audiences and institutions. The program aims to foster bilateral understanding, highlight American excellence, and advance U.S. strategic interests in Canada through direct engagement on priority topics such as economic security, defense, border security, freedom of speech, and artificial intelligence.
Activities may include in-person exchanges (ranging from two days to one week) and/or virtual programs (single or series events), with the grantee responsible for identifying, recruiting, and supporting U.S. talent in collaboration with the Embassy.
