How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the SODEC — Assistance for venues?

SODEC — Assistance for venues is funded by Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

What are SODEC — Assistance for venues's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a legally constituted business, either for-profit or non-profit, primarily focused on the dissemination of professional music or variety shows. The business must be located in Quebec, with its main office and decision-making center within the province, and demonstrate that majority control is held by individuals residing in Quebec for tax purposes. The applicant must have been operational for at least two years and possess appropriate professional experience in disseminating shows.

SODEC — Assistance for venues

QC, Canada

SODEC aids Quebec venues for diverse music scene vitality

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grant_single|openingDateOctober 6, 2024
grant_single|closingDateNovember 6, 2025
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Grant and Funding

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Arts, entertainment and recreation

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Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

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The grant program by SODEC aims to support the vitality and diversity of the Quebec music scene by providing funding up to $50,000 to venues for the programming and promotion of shows featuring emerging Quebec artists. Eligible activities include programming, promotion, and professional development related to professional music and variety shows.

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The SODEC assistance program for venues provides structured financial support to enhance the development and diversity of Quebec's musical talent by aiding venues hosting professional music and variety shows.

Financial aid is granted in the form of a subsidy to support programming and dissemination of shows by emerging or developing Quebecois artists.
The maximum aid amount is set at $50,000 and cannot exceed 50% of eligible expenses.
70% of the aid is paid upon signing the agreement, with the remaining 30% disbursed at the conclusion of scheduled programming activities.
This final installment is conditional on the submission and acceptance of a detailed final program and cost report, along with any additional information the SODEC may require.
The calculation of aid is based on the annual program of the last completed year, considering venue category, location, capacity, detailed eligible expenses, application evaluations, and SODEC’s financial availability.

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This grant supports the development and diffusion of professional music and variety shows featuring emerging and developing Quebecois artists. It aims to enhance program diversity and promote professional growth in the Quebec music scene.

Programming activities, including the purchase of shows.
Activities related to the diffusion of performances.
Promotional activities supporting the shows.
Training and professionalization of staff involved in programming, promoting, and diffusing performances.

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$ 25,000

A cultural theater uses the grant to host a series of acoustic concerts by emerging artists

$ 30,000

A multipurpose hall invests in promoting a folk music program featuring developing local artists

$ 20,000

A community center organizes a music festival highlighting Quebec's emerging artists

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The eligibility criteria for this grant require specific conditions to be met by the applying enterprises.

The enterprise must be a legally constituted, for-profit or non-profit organization primarily focused on the production of professional music or variety shows.
The enterprise must have its headquarters and main establishment in Quebec, with effective control majority held by individuals with their tax residence in Quebec.
The enterprise must have been in operation for at least two years and possess the appropriate professional experience in show production.
The enterprise must generate a volume of activities and significant box office or other revenues related to show productions.
The venue must have a total seating capacity of 500 or fewer.

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This grant is designed for companies that operate as venues for the dissemination of professional music or variety shows in Quebec, meeting specific legal, operational, and structural criteria.

Legally constituted for-profit or non-profit organizations with primary activities in disseminating professional music or variety shows.
Organizations with headquarters and main establishments in Quebec, with majority control held by Quebec residents for tax purposes.
Organizations operational for at least two years with relevant professional experience in show dissemination.
Venues generating significant revenue from activities related to music and variety shows dissemination, excluding revenues solely from hall and service rental to show producers or promoters.
Venues with a total capacity not exceeding 500 seats.

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This grant excludes certain companies and professionals based on their main activity or financial support status. These restrictions ensure that the program supports venues directly engaged in the dissemination of professional performances.

Venues receiving operational financial support from the Ministry of Culture and Communications of Quebec or the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ).
Venues based entirely on renting space and equipment to producers or promoters.
Venues with a total capacity exceeding 500 seats.
Individual enterprises.
Show promoters and external show programmers.

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The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the programming, promotion, and diffusion of professional music and variety shows.

Guaranteed fees to artists and producers (excluding box office revenue shares and other admission fees to producers).
Salaries, charges, and fees related to programming activities.
Salaries, charges, and fees to technicians and staff of the venue.
Salaries, charges, and fees related to promotional activities.
Promotion expenses such as advertising and marketing costs.
Training expenses (limited to 20% of the eligible expenses).
Other relevant and necessary expenses for conducting diffusion activities.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on the programming, financial, and venue-related criteria outlined by the SODEC to ensure effective alignment with the program's objectives.

Programming CriteriaThe relevance of the programming from the last completed year in regard to the program's objectives.
The proportion of music and variety shows bought during the last completed year.
The proportion of emerging or developing Québec artists programmed over the last completed year.
The proportion of these artists in solo programs, double programs, or as opening acts.
The programming orientations for the following year.
Financial CriteriaThe amount of guaranteed fees paid to artists or producers.
The accuracy and coherence of eligible expenses related to showcased shows, as well as generated diffusion revenues.
The realism of projected expenses for the following year.
The financial health of the applicant businesses.
Venue CriteriaThe quality of equipment and infrastructure dedicated to hosting and promoting shows and artists.
The human resources dedicated to the programming, diffusion, and promotion of performances.

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Step 1: Review Eligibility and Program Guidelines
Consult the complete program guidelines to ensure your venue meets the eligibility criteria.
Take note of important dates for the application submission.
Step 2: Register on SOD@ccès
Create a user profile on the SOD@ccès secure portal if you are a new user.
Log in with your access codes.
Step 3: Prepare Application Documents
Gather all required documents, ensuring they are complete, current, dated, and signed where required.
Ensure documents adhere to the accepted digital formats.
Step 4: Complete the Application Form
Select the relevant program 30-44-00 on SOD@ccès.
Fill out the application form carefully.
Step 5: Submit Application
Upload all required documents and the completed application form on SOD@ccès.
Submit the application before the submission deadline.
Ensure all parts of the application are complete to avoid rejection.
Step 6: Enroll in Pre-authorized Payments (Optional)
Consider enrolling in the Pre-authorized Payment (PPA) service.
Provide authorization to receive financial aid directly via electronic transfer.

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The SODEC financial assistance program for performance venues aims to sustain critical spaces for showcasing Quebecois musical talent and enhance their diversity.