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AFA — Music Individual Project Funding
Funding for Alberta music project development
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 18,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 1, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $18,000 for music projects by Alberta artists and arts administrators. Supports art production, marketing, research, and training or career development activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : September 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Art production projects in music
- Marketing projects for music artists
- Research projects supporting music development
- Training and career development projects
Documents Needed
- Artist resume
- Detailed project description
- Two musical selections
- Project co-owner resumes, if applicable
- Supporting documents for the project type, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individual Alberta artists
- Arts administrators in Alberta
- Ensembles, collectives, and collaborating artists
Who is not eligible
- Applicants incorporated under provincial or federal legislation
- Applicants not in good standing with AFA
- Applicants with open or outstanding AFA projects or reporting
- Principal artists seeking multiple active AFA projects at the same time
Eligible expenses
- Session musician, commission, production, and royalty fees
- Promotion, publicity, tuition, and training fees
- Transportation, accommodation, administration, and contract fees
- Basic living expenses related to the project
- Other reasonable and necessary project costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital purchases, studio construction, or renovations
- Recreational training or credit/thesis projects
- Fees for principal ensemble members
- Manufacturing costs such as CD pressing and artwork
- Costs already incurred, including grant writer fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an expert panel
- Recommendations are reviewed by the AFA board
- Successful applicants are notified after board approval
- General comments are shared on the adjudication page
- Funding recipients must follow the approved project and reporting conditions
Additional information
- Applications are accepted twice a year.
- Grant decisions are generally issued 4 to 6 months after the deadline.
- The lead applicant must manage the funds and reporting.
- AFA funding is not assured for any project.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the AFA — Music Individual Project Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the AFA — Music Individual Project Funding. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the AFA — Music Individual Project Funding?
Provides up to $18,000 for music projects by Alberta artists and arts administrators. Supports art production, marketing, research, and training or career development activities.
How much funding can be received?
AFA — Music Individual Project Funding Funds up to $18,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the AFA — Music Individual Project Funding program?
To be eligible for the AFA — Music Individual Project Funding program, you must:
Resident of Alberta
In good standing with AFA
Not incorporated
What expenses are eligible under AFA — Music Individual Project Funding?
Art production projects in music
Marketing projects for music artists
Research projects supporting music development
Training and career development projects
Who can I contact for more information about the AFA — Music Individual Project Funding?
You can contact Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) by email at jason.flammia@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-415-0297.
Where is the AFA — Music Individual Project Funding available?
The AFA — Music Individual Project Funding program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the AFA — Music Individual Project Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
AFA — Music Individual Project Funding is a Grant and Funding