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Annual Operations Assistance
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Support for not-for-profit music organizations in operating activities and projects.
Grant and Funding
Overview
This annual assistance program offers financial support to not-for-profit organizations involved in supporting Canadian music creators and publishers. It aims to sustain operating activities and foster musical projects through grants that help cover various operational costs.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Strengthening governance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 1,500
Upgrading recording studio with new professional audio equipment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations supporting Canadian music creators and publishers.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities unrelated to supporting Canadian music creators and publishers.
- Commercial or profit-generating activities.
- Activities outside of the scope of the supporting organization’s mission.
- Expenses not directly related to the organization’s operational activities.
How to apply
Step 1: Prepare necessary documentation and agreement with commissioned artists.Step 2: Submit application for review to the SOCAN Foundation manager.Step 3: Wait for review and recommendation from the committee.Step 4: Receive final decision from the full board of directors.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the SOCAN Foundation Manager.
- Recommendations are made by a special committee of the board of directors.
- The full board makes the final decision at quarterly meetings typically held in March, June, September, and November.
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