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Investors, entrepreneurs and self‑employed persons

Self-employed persons

What is meant by “cultural activities”?

“Cultural activities” include occupations generally considered to be part of Canada’s artistic and cultural field. Examples include authors and writers, creative and performing artists, musicians, painters, sculptors and other visual artists, technical support and occupations in motion pictures, creative designers and craftspeople. You can find a full list of qualifying activities in the Related Links section at the bottom of this page.

Related Links

• Qualifying activities for self-employed persons