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Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant
Funding for Alberta music organizations
Offered by
Funding available
$ 20,000
Deadline
June 1, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Who can apply
Eligible organizations in the music and sound recording industry in Alberta.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Cultural Industry Music Organization Operating Grant (CI-MOOG) supports music and sound recording organizations in Alberta. It helps eligible organizations invest in operations and administration to strengthen their mission, business growth, and industry capacity.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
- Launch or market a product/service
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Investing in the operations and administration of the organization.
Documents Needed
- Signed applicant agreement.
- Organization description and production or publishing history.
- Detailed project description and budget.
- Corporate registry documents and recent financial statements.
- Resumes of the organization’s principals and any supporting material.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible organizations in the music and sound recording industry in Alberta.
Who is not eligible
- Post-secondary institutions.
- Self-published projects or creator-published media.
- Corporate or agency newsletters.
- Corporate video productions.
Eligible expenses
- Operations and administration costs for the organization.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the application date.
- Costs already funded through other Alberta Media Fund or Alberta Foundation for the Arts programs.
- Self-published projects or publication by the author/creator.
- Corporate or agency newsletters.
- Corporate video productions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Organizational and fiscal responsibility.
- Organizational enhancement.
- Cultural mandate and artistic value.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program guidelines
- Read the grant guidelines and application requirements.
- Step 2: Create or access a profile
- New applicants must complete the Front Office Registration form and email it to the program contact.
- Previous applicants log in to the Online Grant Application System (GATE).
- Step 3: Prepare the application
- Complete the application package with the required information and supporting materials.
- Step 4: Submit online
- Submit the application through the Online Grant Application System before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by department staff for eligibility.
- An expert panel evaluates eligible applications.
- Funding recommendations are made to the Minister.
- Applicants are notified by email of the decision.
- Successful recipients must complete project reporting after the project ends.
Additional information
- Applications were previously accepted from January 1 to June 1 each year.
- If the deadline fell on a holiday or weekend, it was extended to the next business day at 11:59 p.m.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant Program
What is the Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant?
The Cultural Industry Music Organization Operating Grant (CI-MOOG) supports music and sound recording organizations in Alberta. It helps eligible organizations invest in operations and administration to strengthen their mission, business growth, and industry capacity.
How much funding can be received?
Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant program, you must:
Organizations in the music and sound recording industry
Eligible organizations may invest in operations and administration
Based in Alberta
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant?
Investing in the operations and administration of the organization.
Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant?
You can contact Alberta Media Fund by email at culturalindustries@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-422-8584.
Where is the Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant available?
The Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cultural Industry Organizations Project Grant is a Grant and Funding