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Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production
Interim financing for sound recording tax credits
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Up to 35% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec
Overview
This program provides interim financing for the refundable tax credit on sound recording production. It supports eligible sound recording, audiovisual recording, and clip productions through a loan guarantee or, exceptionally, a direct loan.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Up to 35% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Interim financing for sound recording productions.
- Interim financing for audiovisual music recordings.
- Interim financing for clips linked to eligible recordings.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form in SOD@ccès
- Project description
- Production contracts and rights agreements
- Licences and supporting documents
- Financial structure and detailed expense breakdown
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Sound recording production companies
- Companies with a favorable SODEC decision
Who is not eligible
- Companies without a prior favorable SODEC decision
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed by SODEC after submission in SOD@ccès.
- Incomplete files are declared inadmissible and refused.
- Applicants may resubmit a corrected file through the portal.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through the secure SOD@ccès portal.
- All submissions must be in French, unless an exception applies.
- Incomplete files are refused and must be resubmitted.
- The date of submission affects the tax year for the credit claim.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production. 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 Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production?
This program provides interim financing for the refundable tax credit on sound recording production. It supports eligible sound recording, audiovisual recording, and clip productions through a loan guarantee or, exceptionally, a direct loan.
How much funding can be received?
Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production Funds up to 35% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production program?
To be eligible for the Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production program, you must:
Company with prior favorable SODEC decision
Eligible sound recording tax credit project
What expenses are eligible under Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production?
Interim financing for sound recording productions.
Interim financing for audiovisual music recordings.
Interim financing for clips linked to eligible recordings.
Who can I contact for more information about the Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at services.financiers@sodec.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 514 841-2200.
Where is the Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production available?
The Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Interim Financing for the Refundable Tax Credit for Sound Recording Production is a Tax Credits