Music PEI Funding Program
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
PE, Canada
Money for Prince Edward Island (PEI) music industry development
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|closingDate April 30, 2024
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Music PEI
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grant_card_status|closed
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Funding to help develop artists and infrastructure, including support for emerging artists, export development and career investment.
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This grant program details financial support mechanisms to assist various levels of artists and music professionals through structured investment opportunities. The financing modalities are aligned with industry needs to foster sustainable development and career growth.
- Monetary awards are given through specific programs such as the Artist Development Fund, Market Access Fund, and Business Development Fund.
- Funding is available on a competitive basis with deadlines biannually for the Artist Development and Business Development streams.
- Continuous, rolling fund applications are accepted until exhaustion for certain funds like the Market Access and Music Business Travel Funds.
- The total investment in projects exceeds $1,000,000, suggesting significant individual project financing potential.
- There is a clear segmentation in funding streams according to career stages: Emerging Artists, Export Ready & Exporting Artists, Career Artists, and Music Industry Professionals.
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The Music PEI Funding Program is designed to support artists and music industry professionals in Prince Edward Island at various stages of their careers. Eligible projects aim to enhance the development, marketing, and touring efforts of Island musicians and industry members.
- Commercial recording projects for artists.
- Marketing support initiatives for music projects.
- Touring support to promote artists' work.
- Access to new markets for music industry professionals.
- Business development activities in the music sector.
- Travel funding for music business purposes.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 15,000
Recording a debut album for an emerging folk artist with professional producers and studio musicians
$ 25,000
Supporting an export development initiative for a jazz band touring Asia from Ottawa
$ 14,000
Developing a marketing campaign for an indie rock band's Canadian tour
$ 12,000
Producing a music video to promote a single by a rising hip-hop artist
$ 10,000
Funding a professional development workshop for classical musicians
$ 8,000
Organizing a series of educational workshops for emerging electronic music producers
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Eligibility for this grant involves meeting specific criteria related to the applicants' involvement in the PEI music community.
- The applicant must be a member of Music PEI.
- The applicant must be involved in the music industry either as an artist or as a music industry professional.
- The applicant must fit into one of the specified categories: Emerging Artists, Export Ready & Exporting Artists, Career Artists, or Music Industry Professionals.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Artists and music industry professionals from Prince Edward Island (PEI) are eligible to apply for the Music PEI Investment Programs. These applicants can be at different stages in their careers, fitting into categories such as Emerging Artists, Export Ready & Exporting Artists, Career Artists, and Music Industry Professionals. To be eligible, you must be a member of Music PEI and meet specific criteria outlined in the program guidelines.
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There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:
- Non-music related businesses
- Non-profit organizations that are not part of the music industry
- Individuals not involved in the music sector
- Companies without a presence or activity in Prince Edward Island
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The Music PEI Investment Program offers support to various facets of the music industry, catering to artists and professionals at different career stages. Eligible projects focus on artist development, market access, and business growth within the music sector.
- Artist Development, including commercial recording, marketing support, and tour support.
- Market Access initiatives to broaden reach and explore new markets.
- Music Business Development, covering business growth strategies and industry networking.
- Business Travel to facilitate national and international opportunities within the music industry.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This funding program is specific to the music community in Prince Edward Island. It is designed to support Island artists and music industry professionals in advancing their careers.
- Prince Edward Island, Canada
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The Music PEI Investment Program has established evaluation and selection criteria to determine funding recipients. Applicants are evaluated based on specific guidelines to ensure equitable support across various career stages in the music industry.
- Artist Eligibility Criteria
- Application completeness and adherence to guidelines
- Alignment with program goals and categories
- Potential for career advancement and industry impact
- Feasibility and sustainability of proposed projects
grant_single_labels|apply
Here are the steps to apply for the Music PEI Investment Programs:
- Step 1: Review Program Guidelines
- Read the detailed funding guidelines available on the Music PEI website.
- Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the program you are applying for.
- Step 2: Gather Required Documents and Forms
- Download the appropriate application forms, guidelines, and completion reports from the Forms & Guidelines section.
- Complete all necessary documentation, ensuring information is accurate and up-to-date.
- Gather any supporting documents required, such as cost reports or declarations.
- Step 3: Consult with Program Officer (Optional)
- Book an appointment with the Program Officer for guidance on the application process if needed.
- Contact the Program Officer via email or phone to clarify any application details.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Complete the online application forms available under Forms & Guidelines.
- Upload all required documents and forms as instructed.
- Submit your application by the appropriate deadline (January 31st or July 10th for specific programs).
- Step 5: Await Results
- An independent jury reviews applications 2–3 weeks after the deadline.
- Expect to receive the decision results approximately 4–6 weeks post-submission by email.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Music PEI issues investment program newsletters for latest updates which applicants can subscribe to.
- An appointment with the Program Officer can be arranged for guidance on accessing the investment program.
- French translation versions of documents are available upon request.
- Independent jury evaluation occurs 2–3 weeks post-deadline, with results communicated in approximately 4–6 weeks.
- A comprehensive recipient list is published following each funding round.
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