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Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 28, 2026
- Closing date : March 26, 2026
Location
Prince George, Surrey, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
$2,000 support for new and emerging artists from systemically excluded groups in British Columbia. It funds demo recordings and mentorship with a B.C.-based producer for one to two songs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Attract or retain talent
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 28, 2026
- Closing date : March 26, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Prince George, Surrey, Vancouver
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- $ 100,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- 2SLGBTQI+
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Demo recording of original songs or compositions
- Arrangements or interpretations of existing works where common practice
- Mentorship with a local B.C. producer
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Artist Pitch
- Producer Pitch
- Music sample or scratch track
- Signed production agreement
- Creative BC self-identification form
- Producer CV
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- New and emerging artists
- B.C.-based producers
- Artists from systemically excluded groups
Who is not eligible
- Self-produced projects
- Artists who already received the grant
- Previous Career Development recipients applying as artists
Eligible expenses
- Recording expenses for one to two songs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Self-produced projects
- Projects without a mentorship component
- Activities outside B.C.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Applications are assessed by an industry panel
- Selection is based on program priorities
- Review is competitive and comparative
How to apply
1
Review Program Guidelines
- Visit the Creative BC website to access the Demo Recording Guidelines for the Vancouver Music Fund and Amplify BC.
- Ensure your project and profile align with the program's priorities and criteria.
2
Register and Sign Up for Info Sessions
Sign up for online or in-person info sessions on the Creative BC website if you need additional guidance.
3
Prepare Application
- Gather and prepare all necessary materials including Artist and Producer Pitches, music samples, and a signed artist-producer agreement.
- Complete the downloadable Artist Pitch Template and Producer Pitch Template available on the website.
4
Submit Application
- Fill out and submit the online application form available on the Creative BC website.
- Ensure all required documentation is attached, including self-identification forms and producer CV.
- Submit your application by March 12, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT.
5
Complete Self-ID Form
Upon application submission, a self-identification form will be emailed to the applicant and must be completed by March 26, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT.
6
Await Results
- Results will be communicated via email approximately 12 weeks after the application deadline.
- Feedback can be requested from Creative BC staff.
7
Final Reporting (if approved)
Submit an online final report, signed studio/mentorship log, and completed demo recordings by December 1, 2025, to receive the remaining grant payment.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline
- Assessment is done by an industry panel
- Applications are scored against program priorities
- Results are sent by email about 12 weeks later
Additional information
- Results are available approximately 12 weeks after the application deadline.
- Applications are reviewed by a panel of industry professionals.
- In-person info sessions are planned in Vancouver and Surrey.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Demo Recording Program
What is the Demo Recording?
$2,000 support for new and emerging artists from systemically excluded groups in British Columbia. It funds demo recordings and mentorship with a B.C.-based producer for one to two songs.
How much funding can be received?
Demo Recording Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 26, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Demo Recording program?
To be eligible for the Demo Recording program, you must:
Joint artist-producer application
Artist from a systemically excluded group
Producer based in B.C.
What expenses are eligible under Demo Recording?
Demo recording of original songs or compositions
Arrangements or interpretations of existing works where common practice
Mentorship with a local B.C. producer
Who can I contact for more information about the Demo Recording?
You can contact Creative BC by email at lslone@creativebc.com or by phone at 236-466-1464.
Where is the Demo Recording available?
The Demo Recording program is available the province of British Columbia.