![CREATIVES CROWDED [2ND FEBRUARY 2026] - The Ministry for Tourism, Commerce, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture and Heritage has moved to support local artists through the Creative Economy Grant Fund, but demand has quickly outpaced the initial $350,000 allocation. Minister Ernest Hilaire says hundreds of applications have been received, underscoring the scale and vitality of the creative sector. He has outlined how funds are being allocated and signalled efforts to secure additional financing for projects still awaiting support. Shyne Savory tells us more.](https://www.replay.gp/wp-content/plugins/youtube-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
CREATIVE ECONOMY GRANT APPLICANTS CONTINUE WAIT AS HILAIRE SEEKS MORE FUNDING
CREATIVES CROWDED [2ND FEBRUARY 2026] – The Ministry for Tourism, Commerce, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture and Heritage has moved to support local artists through the Creative Economy Grant Fund, but demand has quickly outpaced the initial $350,000 allocation. Minister Ernest Hilaire says hundreds of applications have been received, underscoring the scale and vitality of the creative sector. He has outlined how funds are being allocated and signalled efforts to secure additional financing for projects still awaiting support. Shyne Savory tells us more.
