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AIDA Fund
Funding for young Quebec classical artists
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
February 5, 2027
Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Emerging artists specializing in classical music, including conductors, composers, singers, pianists, percussionists, woodwind players, brass players, and string players.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Fonds AIDA supports young Quebec artists in developing their careers through one-time artistic projects. Eligible projects may include auditions, competitions, master classes, advanced training, internships, and coaching.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Participation in competitions
- Advanced training at recognized institutions
- Internships or coaching with recognized instructors
- Rehearsal preparation with a pianist
- Audition tours and other career-development projects
Documents Needed
- Proof of Canadian citizenship or landed immigrant status: Canadian passport, permanent resident card, or birth certificate from a Canadian province.
- Proof of residence in Quebec: Revenu Québec tax assessment notice for the last two years, or, if you are too young to have filed two full returns, two proofs of housing in Quebec or bank statements or official documents issued by a financial institution in Quebec.
- Project description, biography and curriculum vitae.
- Artist photo and timeline.
- Detailed project budget and recommendation letter including the signatory's contact information.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Emerging artists specializing in classical music, including conductors, composers, singers, pianists, percussionists, woodwind players, brass players, and string players.
- Individual applications only.
Who is not eligible
- Ensembles or groups may not submit a collective application.
Eligible expenses
- Costs related to competitions, auditions, and similar one-time artistic projects
- Costs linked to advanced training, internships, coaching, and rehearsal pianist support
- Project-related expenses approved under the submitted budget
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Recording projects produced for commercial, promotional, or distribution purposes, including albums, EPs, professional demos, and music videos.
- The production of concerts or professional performances.
- Payment of other musicians as part of a professional performance.
- Promotional materials.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Quality of the application.
- Relevance of the project.
- Impact on the artist’s career development.
- Available funds.
- Number of applications received during each evaluation period.
How to apply
- Consult the Applicant Guide to properly prepare your application.
- Before filling out the registration form, make sure you have all the necessary documents and information, as you cannot save the form and return to it later.
- Applications must be submitted only using the online form.
Processing and Agreement
- The Foundation team reviews your application file.
- If needed, it contacts you to obtain clarifications.
- The jury evaluates eligible applications.
- Processing an application can take up to three (3) months after the submission deadline.
- If you receive a grant, you must carry out your project, use the funds in accordance with your application, and submit your grant report within three months after the end of the project.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through an online form.
- The form cannot be saved and completed later.
- Applicants may apply even if the project has not yet received final confirmation, if proof of registration is later provided when required.
- Applicants can receive the award only once per Foundation fiscal year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the AIDA Fund Program
What is the AIDA Fund?
The Fonds AIDA supports young Quebec artists in developing their careers through one-time artistic projects. Eligible projects may include auditions, competitions, master classes, advanced training, internships, and coaching.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is February 5, 2027.
Who is eligible for the AIDA Fund program?
To be eligible for the AIDA Fund program, you must:
Canadian citizen or landed immigrant
Quebec resident for 24 months
Young classical musician
What expenses are eligible under AIDA Fund?
Participation in competitions
Advanced training at recognized institutions
Internships or coaching with recognized instructors
Rehearsal preparation with a pianist
Audition tours and other career-development projects
Who can I contact for more information about the AIDA Fund?
You can contact Jeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation (FJMC) by email at fondation@jmcanada.ca or by phone at 514-845-4108, poste 246.
Where is the AIDA Fund available?
The AIDA Fund program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Who are the financial supporters of the AIDA Fund?
AIDA Fund is funded by Jeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation (FJMC)