Formerly the Ontario Crafts Council, Craft Ontario is a not-for-profit service organization that works to have craft recognized as a valuable part of life. We promote and celebrate professional craft through providing member opportunities, and advocate for craft practice by educating and empowering diverse audiences.
Connect through the latest news and events, and enjoy annual member-only benefits that allow you to discover, learn, save, and share your passion for craft.
Find out more about all of the Membership Benefits.
Available to Community and Maker memberships. Discounts address financial barriers by lowering the base price for those who need it.
Priority Groups (- 50%): Artists of Colour, Deaf Artists, and Artists with Disabilities, Francophone Artists, Indigenous Artists, 2SLGBTQIA+ Artists
Distance (- 40%): Living 100km outside of Toronto.
Students (- 80%): Full-time enrolment in an educational institution. (Only for Maker Members)
Seniors (- 40%): Individuals 65 years or older.
Sliding Scale: For folks who find the price of membership a financial barrier. A custom price can be selected ranging from full price to 50% off.
* Members who identify with more than one group can select the category with the greatest discount.
* To sign up for a monthly billing option, please contact Elycia SFA, Member Relations & Programs Manager, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Current Maker Members do not pay any administrative fees.
Non-members now have access to apply for Craft Ontario Programs. For a $10 administrative fee, makers who are not yet members are welcome to apply. If the work is juried into a program, the individual must then join by purchasing a membership.
Administrative fees for non-members apply to:
Calls-for-Entry (Gallery Exhibitions and Special Projects)
Application to sell your work at the Craft Ontario Shop
Craft Ontario Shop Window Feature application
* Discounts are not applicable for these items.
Do you want to support Ontario's craft future, help us sustain our mission, and make a greater impact? Together, with your support, we can do more. Find out about Patron Membership.
Get in touch to book a phone call at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
MAIL: Please send a cheque (payable to Craft Ontario) and a completed copy of the membership form to:
Attn: Membership
Craft Ontario
1106 Queen St. West
Toronto, ON M6J 1H9
Formerly the Ontario Crafts Council, Craft Ontario is a not-for-profit service organization that works to have craft recognized as a valuable part of life. We promote and celebrate professional craft through providing member opportunities, and advocate for craft practice by educating and empowering diverse audiences.