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Global Market Development for Music Managers

Market expansion support for music managers

Offered by
Ontario Creates
Official source: ontariocreates.ca

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Funding available
$ 10,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Music management companies primarily engaged in representing or managing musicians and musical groups.
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Overview

OMIF Global Market Development for Music Managers provides up to $10,000 and covers up to 50% of eligible expenses for Ontario-based music management companies. It supports national and international activities that advance company growth and generate measurable business results through market development.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$10,000
Maximum share of project costs
50%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Access new markets

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
$ 25,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
For-profit business

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

OMIF music managers funding updated

The music managers funding page was updated with revised eligibility language, expanded scope wording, and refreshed guidance on expenses and financial statements.

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The grant page now uses updated wording for the music managers stream, and the visible content shows broader scope language for eligible activities and targets. Eligibility guidance, qualifying expenses, and financial statement requirements also appear to have been revised.

Official source: ontariocreates.ca
May 11, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Music management companies primarily engaged in representing or managing musicians and musical groups.

Eligible expenses

  • Market costs, including registration and participation expenses.
  • Travel costs, including flight and local transportation.
  • Accommodation costs.
  • Per diems.
  • Marketing costs, including design, production and shipping material specifically created for the proposed activities.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Recoverable taxes, including GST/HST, PST and VAT.
  • Artist travel expenses in the Global Market Development stream.
  • Hospitality and entertainment costs.
  • Core business costs such as design and printing of business cards.
  • Communications costs such as mobile phone fees and long distance fees, and costs associated with ineligible company representatives and additional representatives over and above the cap for this program.

Activities funded

  • National and international activities that correspond to a strategy for company growth and produce measurable business and market development results.
  • Attendance at key industry markets and events.
  • Targeted business travel activities that support the market development strategy.
  • Global audience development initiatives, planned sales and business trips to key territories, and participation in trade missions organized by industry associations.

How to apply

  • First-time applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Ontario Music Office at least two weeks ahead of the application deadline to discuss eligibility.
  • Submit applications electronically through the Online Application Portal (OAP) at https://apply.ontariocreates.ca/.
  • If you do not have a user account on OAP, go to the portal and click Register.
  • Applicants are encouraged to begin the application process well in advance; the application can be worked on over time, saved, and edited until it is submitted.
  • Disclose and outline any use of AI technology in the application, including content prepared for the application form and supporting documents and projects involving AI technology.

Documents Needed

  • Global Market Development Activity Budget template
  • Activity Details and Plans for each proposed activity
  • Articles of Incorporation
  • Financial Statements for the two most recently completed fiscal years
  • Signed Applicant Affidavit

Selection criteria

  • Track Record (30%): track record and organizational capacity to effectively execute the activities, including global market readiness, prior results, previous performance in Ontario Creates programs, and diversity among senior leadership, staff, or contract employees.
  • Overall Proposal (25%): thoroughness of the proposed activity description and anticipated impacts, suitability of proposed activities, feasibility of the timeline and budget, viability of the business and market development plan, and diversity reflected within the roster.
  • Economic & Cultural Impact (25%): well-documented expected global market development results, including tangible, measurable, and realistic results and a clear explanation of anticipated return on investment, plus potential to achieve measurable critical and/or commercial success.
  • Sustainability (15%): forward-thinking strategic planning and focus on long-term growth and sustainability.
  • Emerging Artists (5%): degree of support the activities provide for emerging artists.

Processing and Agreement

  • Decisions will be communicated to applicants in late summer 2025.
  • Successful applicants will be required to deliver a final report through the Online Application Portal by the identified deadline(s).
  • On acceptance into the program, the recipient company must sign the standard Ontario government Transfer Payment Agreement, which may not be amended and includes permission for Ontario Creates to use the project and delivery materials for promotional purposes.
  • Payment milestones generally trigger on execution of the Ontario Creates transfer payment agreement and on delivery of the completed activities and all deliverables outlined in the funding agreement and subsequent approval.
  • Recipient companies must carry Commercial General Liability Insurance with an inclusive limit of not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence, and Ontario Creates and His Majesty the King in right of Ontario must be named as additional insureds on all policies; a cost report is required and Ontario Creates may request receipts to demonstrate actual expenses incurred.

Additional information

  • Use of AI technology must be disclosed and outlined in the application, including content prepared for the application form and supporting documents and submitted projects that involve AI technology.

Contacts

omo@ontariocreates.ca
416-572-0436

Official sources

OMIF - Global Market Development for Music Managers

Program guide

2025-26 Ontario Music Investment FUND Global Market Development for Music Managers

Application form

Omif Global Market Development For Music Managers Budget Template 2025 26

Supporting document

OC Ontario Music Office Program Policies 2025 26Respectful Workplace Affidavit

Other relevant PDF

Ontario Music Investment Fund
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Global Market Development for Music Managers Program

What is the Global Market Development for Music Managers?

OMIF Global Market Development for Music Managers provides up to $10,000 and covers up to 50% of eligible expenses for Ontario-based music management companies. It supports national and international activities that advance company growth and generate measurable business results through market development.

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 companies primarily engaged in representing or managing musicians and musical groups Companies in operation for at least two years with a principal place of business in Ontario for at least one year before the deadline Canadian-owned companies incorporated in Ontario or federally, or prepared to incorporate immediately if successful

What expenses are eligible under Global Market Development for Music Managers?

Market costs, including registration and participation expenses. Travel costs, including flight and local transportation. Accommodation costs. Per diems. Marketing costs, including design, production and shipping material specifically created for the proposed activities.

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