Open
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : May 5, 2026
Location
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
The AIDA Fund provides up to $120,000 annually to support young Quebec artists. It funds one-time artistic projects such as competitions, auditions, 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
Timeline
- Closing date : May 5, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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
- Proof of residence in Quebec
- Project explanation letter
- Biography and curriculum vitae
- Project timeline, budget, photo, video link, and recommendation letter
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young instrumentalists
- Conductors
- Singers
- Classical music artists in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Artists applying for recordings
- Projects to pay other musicians
- Projects to produce promotional items
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
- Recordings
- Payment of other musicians
- Production of promotional items
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Complete applications are reviewed by the Grant Awarding Committee
- The committee usually meets one month after each deadline
- Projects are assessed and approved based on the submitted file and eligible costs
- If selected, funding is confirmed under the program terms
- A final report is required after 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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the AIDA Fund. 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 AIDA Fund?
The AIDA Fund provides up to $120,000 annually to support young Quebec artists. It funds one-time artistic projects such as competitions, auditions, master classes, advanced training, internships, and coaching.
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, ext. 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)