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SODEXPORT — Component 2.2
Financial support for Quebec music and variety show tours abroad
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Export and Cultural Visibility Support Program – Music and Shows offers up to $25,000 per tour to help Quebec music and variety show companies finance international touring activities, including travel, accommodation, and equipment rental costs. The program aims to enhance the global presence of Quebec artists by supporting tours featuring at least five performances outside Quebec.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Organizing tours of music and variety shows outside Quebec.
- Including festival performances and showcases as part of the tour schedule.
Documents Needed
- Financial plan template
- Signed contracts with project partners
- Declaration of the applicant company
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec music and variety show companies
- Quebec cultural enterprises in the music and variety sector
Who is not eligible
- Companies outside the music and variety sector for this component
- Businesses that are not legally constituted
- Companies active for less than two years
- Companies without a Quebec head office
Eligible expenses
- Round-trip economy airfare
- Local transportation or vehicle rental between tour dates
- Equipment transport or on-site rental, including insurance and work visas
- Per diem for accommodation and daily stay costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by SODEC professionals, with external advice if needed.
- Projects are assessed on relevance, financial risk, and cost realism.
- If approved, a funding agreement is signed before payment.
- Payment is made in two instalments: 70% at agreement signature and 30% after the final report is accepted.
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted at any time, but must be filed at least 28 days before the start of the tour.
- The maximum support per tour is $25,000, and a maximum of $50,000 per artist or group per SODEC fiscal year.
- Total cumulative government support for a tour may not exceed 100% of the total tour costs.
- The program number for this component in the SOD@ccès portal is 40-53-02-02.
Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEXPORT — Component 2.2 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SODEXPORT — Component 2.2. 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 SODEXPORT — Component 2.2?
The Export and Cultural Visibility Support Program – Music and Shows offers up to $25,000 per tour to help Quebec music and variety show companies finance international touring activities, including travel, accommodation, and equipment rental costs. The program aims to enhance the global presence of Quebec artists by supporting tours featuring at least five performances outside Quebec.
How much funding can be received?
SODEXPORT — Component 2.2 Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the SODEXPORT — Component 2.2 program?
To be eligible for the SODEXPORT — Component 2.2 program, you must:
Legally constituted Quebec company
Active for at least two years
Minimum $50,000 annual revenue
What expenses are eligible under SODEXPORT — Component 2.2?
Organizing tours of music and variety shows outside Quebec.
Including festival performances and showcases as part of the tour schedule.
Who can I contact for more information about the SODEXPORT — Component 2.2?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC).
Where is the SODEXPORT — Component 2.2 available?
The SODEXPORT — Component 2.2 program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the SODEXPORT — Component 2.2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SODEXPORT — Component 2.2 is a Grant and Funding