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BDC Industries — Creation and culture
Help with obtaining capital or advice
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
Get advice, solutions and tools to grow, acquire a business, attract creative talent, or make a digital transformation in the creative and cultural industries.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The BDC Industries grant for Creation and Culture supports projects in Canada's creative and cultural industries aimed at expanding market reach, acquiring companies, attracting talent, and undergoing digital transformations. It offers financing solutions and advisory services tailored to meet the unique challenges and opportunities in these sectors.
- Projects to expand into new local or international markets.
- Acquisition initiatives within the creative sector.
- Attracting and retaining skilled creative talent.
- Undergoing digital transformation for creative and cultural businesses.
- Producing and developing original content in media, audiovisual, and related fields.
- Undertaking consolidation projects or business transitions in the creative industry.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
This program is available for businesses operating in the creative and cultural industries, specifically those involved in projects like content development, consolidations, or business transitions. It targets enterprises looking to expand, innovate, or acquire in sectors such as media, video games, and performing arts.Who is not eligible
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.
- Businesses outside the creative and cultural industries
- Companies not engaged in media, design, performing arts, or related fields
Eligible expenses
This grant supports businesses in the creative and cultural industries to enhance their market presence and expand business operations. The eligible projects focus on accessing financing, acquiring companies, attracting creative talent, and digital transformation.
- Projects for expanding into new local or international markets.
- Company acquisition initiatives to strengthen business offerings.
- Talent acquisition projects to enhance creative capabilities.
- Undertaking digital transformation to innovate and improve business processes.
- Developing original content in the media and cultural sectors.
- Business transition projects in the creative industries.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is designed to support businesses across Canada in the creative and cultural industries. It is provided by BDC to aid companies nationwide in achieving their growth objectives.
- Eligible for companies across Canada.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Program is specifically designed not to dilute ownership, providing an affordable alternative to equity.
- Financing solutions are available without diluting ownership in your company.
- The program is open to applications up until December 2024.
- Offers expert advisors with industry-specific knowledge for guidance and strategy.
- Flexible terms include a higher percentage of financing and longer repayment periods tailored to cash flow.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BDC Industries — Creation and culture Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BDC Industries — Creation and culture. 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 BDC Industries — Creation and culture?
Get advice, solutions and tools to grow, acquire a business, attract creative talent, or make a digital transformation in the creative and cultural industries.
Who is eligible for the BDC Industries — Creation and culture program?
To be eligible for the BDC Industries — Creation and culture program, you must:
The company must operate within Canada’s creative and cultural industries.
The business should be seeking to grow through consolidation projects, business transitions, or content development.
The program is open for applications until December 2024.
What expenses are eligible under BDC Industries — Creation and culture?
The BDC Industries grant for Creation and Culture supports projects in Canada's creative and cultural industries aimed at expanding market reach, acquiring companies, attracting talent, and undergoing digital transformations. It offers financing solutions and advisory services tailored to meet the unique challenges and opportunities in these sectors. Projects to expand into new local or international markets.
Acquisition initiatives within the creative sector.
Attracting and retaining skilled creative talent.
Undergoing digital transformation for creative and cultural businesses.
Producing and developing original content in media, audiovisual, and related fields.
Undertaking consolidation projects or business transitions in the creative industry.
Who can I contact for more information about the BDC Industries — Creation and culture?
You can contact Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Where is the BDC Industries — Creation and culture available?
The BDC Industries — Creation and culture program is available across Canada.
Is the BDC Industries — Creation and culture a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BDC Industries — Creation and culture is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the BDC Industries — Creation and culture?
BDC Industries — Creation and culture is funded by Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), Government of Canada