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Music PEI — Microgrants

Q: What is the Music PEI — Microgrants?

Music PEI’s Microgrant Program offers up to eight grants of $500 each to Prince Edward Island artists to support projects that build their professional profile and encourage greater participation in the local music industry. Funding can be used for eligible activities such as demo recording, live show production, graphic design, photo and video production, and marketing and advertising costs.

Q: How much funding can be received?

Music PEI — Microgrants Funds up to 300% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Music PEI — Microgrants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Music PEI — Microgrants is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Music PEI — Microgrants?

Music PEI — Microgrants is funded by Music PEI

Q: Who is eligible for the Music PEI — Microgrants program?

To be eligible for the Music PEI — Microgrants program, you must: • The primary artist and/or majority of the group must have a permanent address in Prince Edward Island. • The applicant must have been a resident of Prince Edward Island for at least six months prior to applying. • Ineligible if the artist/group has already had two successful Microgrant applications or received funding under the Music PEI Investment Program.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Music PEI — Microgrants?

You can contact Music PEI by email at music@musicpei.com or by phone at (902) 894-6734.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Music PEI — Microgrants?

Projects focused on demo recording to support the professional presentation of music. Initiatives to enhance live show production and overall performance quality. Creative projects involving graphic design to develop or improve visual branding and promotional materials. Photo and video production projects to create professional visual content for artists and releases. Marketing and advertising campaigns aimed at reaching new audiences and increasing visibility in the music industry.

Q: Where is the Music PEI — Microgrants available?

The Music PEI — Microgrants program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.

Q: Are women eligible for the Music PEI — Microgrants program?

Yes, women are eligible to apply for the Music PEI — Microgrants program.

Last Update: December 11, 2025

PE, Canada

Supports Prince Edward Island musicians’ professional development and creative projects

Grant and Funding

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 300 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Prince Edward Island

Legal structures

Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Other Racialized Persons
2SLGBTQI+
Youth (<40)
Women

Overview

Music PEI’s Microgrant Program offers up to eight grants of $500 each to Prince Edward Island artists to support projects that build their professional profile and encourage greater participation in the local music industry. Funding can be used for eligible activities such as demo recording, live show production, graphic design, photo and video production, and marketing and advertising costs.

Activities funded

Projects focused on demo recording to support the professional presentation of music.
Initiatives to enhance live show production and overall performance quality.
Creative projects involving graphic design to develop or improve visual branding and promotional materials.
Photo and video production projects to create professional visual content for artists and releases.
Marketing and advertising campaigns aimed at reaching new audiences and increasing visibility in the music industry.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 300

Marketing and advertising for local music festival

$ 300

Photo and video production for a new music video

$ 300

Demo recording for upcoming solo artist

$ 300

Live show production for aspiring youth musicians

$ 300

Live show production for a local band

$ 300

Graphic design for album cover of emerging artist

Eligibility

The primary artist and/or the majority of the group must have a permanent address in Prince Edward Island.
The applicant must have been a resident of Prince Edward Island for at least six months before applying.
The project must relate to professional music activities such as demo recording, live show production, graphic design, photo or video production, or marketing and advertising.
The application must clearly describe the artistic project, its goals, timeline, and include relevant creative content (e.g. audio, video, lyrics, designs) and artist/band information.

Who is eligible?

Individual music artists residing in Prince Edward Island
Music groups or bands residing in Prince Edward Island

Eligible expenses

Demo recording costs.
Live show production expenses.
Graphic design services.
Photo and video production expenses.
Marketing and advertising costs related to the project.

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations and artists based in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada.

Selection criteria

Quality of application (25%): extent to which the proposed activities will increase the applicant’s professional profile, show ambition and potential for growth, and demonstrate that the applicant has the skills to deliver the project.
Career growth and logical next steps (30%): clarity of project goals and completeness of the application with reasonable attention to detail.
Evaluation of submitted creative content (30%): quality and distinctiveness of materials such as lyrics, recordings, videos and promotional content, and how they are new, distinct or outstanding.
Presentation and participation (15%): whether the applicant has taken part in the recommended consultation session with Music PEI and shows a solid understanding of the grant process.

How to apply

Book a Consultation

Contact Music PEI to schedule a consultation session with a Program Officer prior to application submission.

Prepare Application Materials

Write a brief cover letter describing your sound, vision, and accomplishments.
Define the strategic link between your project and the Microgrant Program’s objectives.
Prepare a summary of your project with goals and timeline.
Create a simple budget outlining anticipated expenses and revenues.
Gather creative content such as audio or video samples, lyrics, or designs.

Submit Application

Compile all application materials including the cover letter, project summary, budget, and creative content.
Submit your application directly to Music PEI using the contact details provided.

Participate in Consultation (Optional)

Attend the consultation session to better understand the application process and receive guidance.

Await Acceptance

Wait for notification from Music PEI regarding the status of your application.

Complete Administrative Requirements for Successful Applicants

If successful, sign and return the Letter of Acceptance/Investment Agreement within 30 days of receipt.

Project Completion and Reporting

Complete the project as planned and within the approved budget.
Submit a Completion Report with a project summary and expense receipts within 60 days of project completion.

Additional information

Up to eight microgrants are available each year, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis rather than at fixed deadlines.
Preference is given to youth, women, non-binary, 2SLGBTQ+, racialized, neurodivergent/disabled people, and other underserved minorities.
All successful applicants receive a complimentary one-year Music PEI membership.
Applicants are encouraged to book a consultation with a Music PEI Program Officer before submitting their application.

Contacts

music@musicpei.com

(902) 894-6734

PE, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Music PEI — Microgrants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Music PEI — Microgrants. 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 Music PEI — Microgrants?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Music PEI — Microgrants?

Projects focused on demo recording to support the professional presentation of music. Initiatives to enhance live show production and overall performance quality. Creative projects involving graphic design to develop or improve visual branding and promotional materials. Photo and video production projects to create professional visual content for artists and releases. Marketing and advertising campaigns aimed at reaching new audiences and increasing visibility in the music industry.

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the Music PEI — Microgrants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the Music PEI — Microgrants?

Who is eligible for the Music PEI — Microgrants program?

To be eligible for the Music PEI — Microgrants program, you must: The primary artist and/or majority of the group must have a permanent address in Prince Edward Island. The applicant must have been a resident of Prince Edward Island for at least six months prior to applying. Ineligible if the artist/group has already had two successful Microgrant applications or received funding under the Music PEI Investment Program.