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AFA — Music Individual Project Funding
Funding for Alberta music project development
Last Update: June 8, 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 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
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
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 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $18,000 per project.
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