Closed
Last Update: May 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 22, 2026
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program supports Canadian music companies with up to $100,000 in funding. It helps cover activities such as sound recording production and promotion, touring, showcasing, concert production, artist management, publishing, and business development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : January 22, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- From $ 100,000 to $ 20,000,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production and promotion of Canadian sound recordings
- Domestic and international touring and showcasing by Canadian artists
- Concert production for Canadian artists
- Publishing of Canadian musical works
- Artist management and business development
Documents Needed
- Portal application form
- Business plan
- Financial statements for the past 3 fiscal years
- Artist agreements and royalty statements
- Direct deposit banking information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian music companies
- Record labels
- Music publishers
- Artist managers
- Concert production companies
Who is not eligible
- Companies with no Canadian ownership or control
- Companies not headquartered in Canada
- Companies without the required music industry activity
- Applicants whose activities are mainly for French-language artists should apply to Musicaction
Eligible expenses
- Production, marketing, touring, showcasing, concert production, publishing, and artist management costs
- Salaries, professional fees, artist fees, travel, equipment rental, production, promotion, and related development costs
- Administrative, business development, and limited capital expenses directly tied to eligible activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Recoverable advances
- Merchandising, grant writing, and administration services
- Festival production and other concert presentation expenses
- Buildings, vehicles, computers, catalogues, and other non-eligible capital purchases
- Dividends, bonuses, hospitality, legal disputes, and other non-eligible overhead costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed competitively against other eligible applicants
- Assessment is based on revenues, recent investments, and planned investments
- Applicants are notified of results in May
- Accepted applicants receive funding under FACTOR terms and conditions
- Mid-year and completion reporting are required for payment release
Additional information
- Applicants must use FACTOR’s portal.
- Applicant and user profiles are required.
- Results are communicated in May.
- Mid-Year and completion reports are required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Company Envelope: Mid-Tier Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Company Envelope: Mid-Tier. 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 Company Envelope: Mid-Tier?
This program supports Canadian music companies with up to $100,000 in funding. It helps cover activities such as sound recording production and promotion, touring, showcasing, concert production, artist management, publishing, and business development.
How much funding can be received?
Company Envelope: Mid-Tier Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Company Envelope: Mid-Tier program?
To be eligible for the Company Envelope: Mid-Tier program, you must:
Canadian-owned and controlled
3+ years operating
$100,000 eligible revenue
What expenses are eligible under Company Envelope: Mid-Tier?
Production and promotion of Canadian sound recordings
Domestic and international touring and showcasing by Canadian artists
Concert production for Canadian artists
Publishing of Canadian musical works
Artist management and business development
Who can I contact for more information about the Company Envelope: Mid-Tier?
You can contact Kingston Arts Council (KAC) by email at EnvelopeFunding@factor.ca or by phone at 877-696-2215.
Where is the Company Envelope: Mid-Tier available?
The Company Envelope: Mid-Tier program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Company Envelope: Mid-Tier a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Company Envelope: Mid-Tier is a Grant and Funding