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Global Market Development for Music Managers
Funding for Ontario music managers’ market expansion
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 18, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $10,000 in direct funding for Ontario music management companies. It supports national and international market development activities tied to company growth, including market attendance and targeted business travel.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : June 18, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 25,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Attendance at key industry markets and events
- Global audience development initiatives
- Planned sales and business trips to key territories
- Trade missions organized by industry associations
Documents Needed
- Global Market Development activity budget
- Activity details and plans for each proposed activity
- Articles of incorporation
- Signed Applicant Affidavit
- Financial statements for the two most recent fiscal years, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Music management companies
- Ontario-based businesses managing musicians and musical groups
Who is not eligible
- Music businesses outside Ontario
- Companies not primarily involved in artist management
- Applicants that do not meet Ontario Creates’ eligibility requirements
Eligible expenses
- Market registration and participation fees
- Travel costs, including flights and local transportation
- Accommodation and per diems
- Marketing materials created for the proposed activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Hospitality and entertainment costs
- Core business costs such as business cards
- Communications costs such as mobile phone and long-distance fees
- Costs for ineligible representatives or extra representatives beyond the program cap
- Recoverable taxes
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through the Ontario Creates Online Application Portal
- Late applications are not considered
- Decisions are communicated in late summer 2025
- Successful applicants must sign a transfer payment agreement before funding is released
- Recipients must submit a final report and cost report
Additional information
- First-time applicants are strongly encouraged to contact Ontario Creates at least two weeks before the deadline.
- An information session is available, but it does not replace reading the guidelines.
- AI use must be disclosed in the application if used to prepare content or project materials.
- Successful recipients must sign a transfer payment agreement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Global Market Development for Music Managers Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Global Market Development for Music Managers. 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 Global Market Development for Music Managers?
This program provides up to $10,000 in direct funding for Ontario music management companies. It supports national and international market development activities tied to company growth, including market attendance and targeted business travel.
How much funding can be received?
Global Market Development for Music Managers Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Global Market Development for Music Managers program?
To be eligible for the Global Market Development for Music Managers program, you must:
Ontario-based music management company
Primarily manages musicians or groups
In operation for at least two years
What expenses are eligible under Global Market Development for Music Managers?
Attendance at key industry markets and events
Global audience development initiatives
Planned sales and business trips to key territories
Trade missions organized by industry associations
Who can I contact for more information about the Global Market Development for Music Managers?
You can contact Ontario Creates by email at omo@ontariocreates.ca or by phone at 416-572-0436.
Where is the Global Market Development for Music Managers available?
The Global Market Development for Music Managers program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Global Market Development for Music Managers a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Global Market Development for Music Managers is a Grant and Funding