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Canadian Music Assistance
Support for Canadian music creators publishers and audiences
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 15, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports Canadian music creators, publishers, and audiences through funding for music presentation events, education activities, and publication projects. Funding ranges from a minimum of $1,000 to an average of $1,500, with matching funds available for work commissioning between $1,000 and $3,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 15, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Music presentation events including showcases, concerts, concert series, and festivals
- Education activities such as workshops for songwriters, composers, writers, and publishers
- Introduction of Canadian music in schools
- Publication of books or journals (printed or electronic)
- Production of performance scores (printed or electronic)
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application form
- Project description and proposed activities
- Detailed budget breakdown
- For Work Commissioning: agreement between applicant and SOCAN member
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Music presentation organizations (concert series, festivals, venues)
- Educational institutions and music educators
- Music publishers and record labels
- Songwriters, composers, and music creators
- Non-profit music organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not involved in Canadian music promotion
- For-profit entities seeking commercial gain without cultural benefit
- Projects with less than 50% Canadian music content
Eligible expenses
- Event production costs for music presentation events
- Workshop and education program delivery costs
- Research and writing for publications
- Production of printed or electronic scores and materials
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects with less than 50% Canadian music content
- Commercial for-profit activities without cultural benefit
- Projects not related to Canadian music creation or promotion
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada - Projects must benefit Canadian music creators, publishers, and audiences.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are initially screened by the SOCAN Foundation Manager.
- Eligible applications are submitted to board committees for review.
- Committees make recommendations to the full board of directors.
- Final approval granted at quarterly board meetings in March, June, September, and November.
- Applicants are notified of approval or refusal decisions.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by the SOCAN Foundation Manager and then submitted to board committees for recommendations.
- Final approval is granted at quarterly board meetings held in March, June, September, and November.
- Funding decisions are final and not subject to appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Music Assistance Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canadian Music Assistance. 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 Canadian Music Assistance?
This program supports Canadian music creators, publishers, and audiences through funding for music presentation events, education activities, and publication projects. Funding ranges from a minimum of $1,000 to an average of $1,500, with matching funds available for work commissioning between $1,000 and $3,000.
Who is eligible for the Canadian Music Assistance program?
To be eligible for the Canadian Music Assistance program, you must:
Support Canadian music creators publishers or audiences
Music events require 50% Canadian content
Provide signed agreement for work commissioning
What expenses are eligible under Canadian Music Assistance?
Music presentation events including showcases, concerts, concert series, and festivals
Education activities such as workshops for songwriters, composers, writers, and publishers
Introduction of Canadian music in schools
Publication of books or journals (printed or electronic)
Production of performance scores (printed or electronic)
Where is the Canadian Music Assistance available?
The Canadian Music Assistance program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Canadian Music Assistance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian Music Assistance is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canadian Music Assistance?
Canadian Music Assistance is funded by SOCAN Foundation