Open
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $3,000 per fiscal year for B.C. magazine publishers to attend selected fairs, conferences, and events. It supports market attendance, business development, professional development, and the creation of marketing materials and campaigns.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- British Columbia
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
- Attendance at selected magazine fairs, conferences, and events
- Promotion of magazine publication lists in domestic and foreign markets
- Business development and rights-selling activities
- Professional development related to magazine publishing
- Development of marketing materials and campaigns
Documents Needed
- Company profile
- Slate of events to attend
- Delegate names, titles, and short biographies
- Books, sales catalogues, or rights catalogue
- Recent funding agreement, if required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Active Magazines BC members
- Magazines Canada members headquartered in British Columbia
Who is not eligible
- Publishing companies without BC headquarters
- Applicants not in good standing with Creative BC
Eligible expenses
- Per diem, accommodation, registration fees, return airfare, and ground transportation
- Design and printing of marketing materials
- Limited overhead costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses without receipts
- Complimentary registration or travel provided by event organizers
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- First come, first served review
- Activities must meet program standards and objectives
- Events must be deemed eligible by Creative BC
How to apply
1
Verify Membership and Eligibility
- Ensure that your company is either an active member of Magazines BC or a member of Magazines Canada, headquartered in British Columbia.
- Verify that the business is a legally registered entity, managed and controlled by BC residents, and in good standing with Creative BC.
2
Event Selection
- Review the list of pre-approved events by Creative BC that fall within the fiscal year April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025.
- Select up to six market sites to attend within a single fiscal year.
3
Application Preparation
- Prepare a slate of events you wish to attend, including relevant details of each.
- Compile a company profile and biographies of the delegates attending the events.
- Gather information about the publications you will present at these events or attach digital copies of recent sales catalogues.
- If not a member of Magazines BC, provide a recent funding agreement from an applicable arts council or fund.
4
Application Submission
Submit the completed application including all necessary documents through the Creative BC online portal.
5
Reporting
- After attending the events, submit a Final Report within 30 business days including a narrative of activities and a final cost report with supporting receipts.
- Ensure submission of documentation online via Creative BC's website.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in order of receipt
- Creative BC decides whether activities are eligible
- Approved applicants receive payment after the Final Report is submitted
- Failure to submit the Final Report may result in forfeiture of funds
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on a first come, first served basis.
- Eligible events include pre-approved market events listed by Creative BC.
- Applications may include attendance at events retroactive to April 1, 2024.
- Successful applicants must submit a Final Report after the event.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Magazine Publishers Travel Support Program
What is the Magazine Publishers Travel Support?
This program provides up to $3,000 per fiscal year for B.C. magazine publishers to attend selected fairs, conferences, and events. It supports market attendance, business development, professional development, and the creation of marketing materials and campaigns.
How much funding can be received?
Magazine Publishers Travel Support Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Magazine Publishers Travel Support program?
To be eligible for the Magazine Publishers Travel Support program, you must:
BC magazine publishers
Headquartered in British Columbia
Managed by BC residents
What expenses are eligible under Magazine Publishers Travel Support?
Attendance at selected magazine fairs, conferences, and events
Promotion of magazine publication lists in domestic and foreign markets
Business development and rights-selling activities
Professional development related to magazine publishing
Development of marketing materials and campaigns
Who can I contact for more information about the Magazine Publishers Travel Support?
You can contact Creative BC by email at kczenczek@creativebc.com or by phone at +1 236-471-8484.
Where is the Magazine Publishers Travel Support available?
The Magazine Publishers Travel Support program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Magazine Publishers Travel Support a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Magazine Publishers Travel Support is a Grant and Funding