CARFAC represents visual artists from coast to coast to coast. Through research, advocacy, and education, we unite thousands of voices to ensure artists are paid fairly for their work.

We receive many requests for assistance regarding the CARFAC-RAAV Minimum Recommended Fee Schedule every month. In order to streamline this process, we have developed a Fee Schedule Intake Form, which allows space for the information we need to answer your questions.

Indigenous Protocols Collective (IPC), Indigenous Curatorial Collective (ICCA), Canadian Artists’ Representation (CARFAC), and Regroupement des artistes en arts visuels du Québec (RAAV) wish to express their unequivocal support for the recommendations issued by the Indigenous Council of the Canadian Museums Association (CMA) regarding the sale of items from the Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) collection.

CARFAC and RAAV, the national association representing visual artists across Canada and Quebec, congratulate Mark Carney, Prime minister of Canada and the successful candidates elected in the 343 ridings from coast to coast.

The 45th federal general election will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025. This is an opportunity to educate candidates (one of which will be your MP) on issues relevant to visual artists and participate in the selection of Canada’s government.

Voting is an essential right, and our democratic future depends on informed, engaged citizens of all ages. The race is tight, and every single vote will matter in this election.  Even in ridings where the result seems certain, anything is possible. You are empowered to make the arts a priority.

The economic impact of a trade war with the United States is a concern for all Canadian residents. This is certainly true for artists who rely on sales in the US market, as well as those who import substantial quantities of American goods to make art. When tariffs are imposed on either side of the border, the rising costs of the production and export of art puts artists in a vulnerable position. Staying on top of changes to export rules can be frustrating and stressful. With this in mind, we’ve compiled some resources to help you navigate this challenging environment. 

OTTAWA, December 17, 2024 – Visual artists from coast to coast to coast have waited a long time for Canada to legislate the Artist’s Resale Right (ARR) for Canadian artists. Their representative organizations, Canadian Artists’ Representation (CARFAC), Regroupement des artistes en arts visuels du Québec (RAAV), and Copyright Visual Arts (COVA-DAAV), who together represent over 6,000 artists across the country, thank the Canadian Government, and especially the Ministers of Finance, Canadian Heritage, and Innovation, Science and Industry for acknowledging this important economic right for visual artists and including it in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement

Like the majority of Canadians, the Board of Directors of CARFAC National is devastated by the violence and destruction that continues in Gaza, and by the proliferation of that violence as it manifests in anti-Palestinian and antisemitic discrimination committed in communities across Canada, and around the world.

CARFAC brings together diverse voices across our sector to fight for change that benefits the working lives of visual artists. Through research, advocacy, and education, we faced challenges, celebrated achievements, and helped artists navigate many complex issues over the last year. 

On August 2rd, CARFAC submitted a brief as part of the upcoming Federal Budget 2025 consultations. Our submission was a collaborative effort in partnership with Quebec artist association, RAAV.

We regret to announce the shutdown of Imprimo, effective September 1st, 2024. Despite a dedicated community of artists, Imprimo couldn’t gain the traction needed to continue. This decision deeply affects CARFAC members who have invested significant time in building artist profiles and artwork records