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FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry
Funding for artist development and music promotion
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Get funding for artist development, sound recording, and music promotion projects. The program provides up to $5,000 for 75% of eligible expenses toward activities such as recording, touring, showcasing, video content production, and marketing.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Business Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Artist development projects for early-career artists.
- Recording, touring, showcasing, video production, and marketing initiatives.
- Music promotion and growth plans for the artist’s career.
Documents Needed
- Artist bio
- Assessment track MP3 and lyrics, if applicable
- Artist development plan
- Additional supporting material, if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial recording artists.
- General-rated artists.
- Early-career artists.
Who is not eligible
- Professional songwriters.
- Artists signed to companies funded by FACTOR or Musicaction for those same activities.
- Record labels applying on behalf of an artist.
Eligible expenses
- Sound recording, touring, showcasing, video production, and marketing costs.
- Artist donated services, up to $500.
- Related third-party expenses for recording, live performance, and promotion.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Other donated services, in-house costs, and in-kind transactions beyond the allowed artist donated services.
- Costs incurred by a manager, producer, publisher, or record label and charged back to the artist.
- Applicants under 18 without a signed Parent or Legal Guardian Consent Form.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and scored by a jury of music industry professionals.
- Top-scoring applications are then reviewed by FACTOR staff.
- FACTOR staff assess project eligibility and make a recommendation to the Board of Directors.
- Assessment time can take up to 12 weeks from the deadline.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- FACTOR is committed to promoting diversity and inclusiveness within the Canadian music sector through its programs and operations.
- Application deadlines for the 2024-25 period are available to view on the website, emphasizing planning for upcoming submissions.
- FACTOR employs a structured approach to funding, consisting of components and programs that align with the commercial strategy of the applicant.
- Program guidelines for each funding stream can be downloaded in PDF format for detailed information and submission guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions about the FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry. 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 FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry?
Get funding for artist development, sound recording, and music promotion projects. The program provides up to $5,000 for 75% of eligible expenses toward activities such as recording, touring, showcasing, video content production, and marketing.
How much funding can be received?
FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry program?
To be eligible for the FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry program, you must:
General-rated artists only.
At least one commercial release.
Rated artist and applicant profiles required.
What expenses are eligible under FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry?
Artist development projects for early-career artists.
Recording, touring, showcasing, video production, and marketing initiatives.
Music promotion and growth plans for the artist’s career.
Who can I contact for more information about the FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry?
You can contact Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTR).
Where is the FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry available?
The FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry program is available across Canada.
Is the FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry a grant, loan, or tax credit?
FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry is a Grant and Funding