Music PEI — Microgrants

The Music PEI Microgrants offer straightforward financing modalities to support emerging artists in Prince Edward Island. These modalities focus on accessibility and timely financial support.

• Microgrants fund all eligible expenses up to a maximum of $300.
• Successful applicants receive 100% of eligible expenses for the approved budget within thirty days of submitting a signed Letter of Acceptance/Investment Agreement.
• If the project changes significantly, applicants must inform the Program Officer to reallocate funds; failure to do so may require returning the funding.
• A Completion Report must be submitted within sixty days of project completion, along with copies of expense receipts to ensure proper financial accountability.

Eligibility for the Music PEI Microgrant Program is determined by the residency and application history of the artist or group.

• Applicants must currently be residents of Prince Edward Island (PEI), with the primary artist and/or the majority of the group having a permanent address in PEI.
• Applicants must have been residents of PEI for at least six months prior to the application.
• Artists are not eligible to apply after two successful Microgrant Program applications or after receiving funding under the Emerging Music, Export Development, or Career Investment Programs.

Who is eligible?

Eligible expenses

The Music PEI Microgrant Program is designed to enhance the creative output of artists by funding essential activities that contribute to elevating their professional music profiles. The grant offers support for various stages of music production and promotion to help artists reach a wider audience.

• Demo recording to create professional-quality music samples.
• Live show production to showcase musical talent.
• Graphic design for marketing and promotional materials.
• Photo and video production to enhance visual branding.
• Marketing and advertising costs to increase visibility and audience engagement.

Eligible geographic areas

The Music PEI Microgrants are exclusively available to artists residing in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada, to support local music initiatives and promote community engagement within the region.

• Artists residing in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada.

The evaluation and selection of projects for the Microgrant Program are based on specific criteria with allocated point scores to ensure alignment with the program’s objectives.

• Quality of Application (25%): Assessment of whether the proposed activities will enhance the professional profile of the applicant, ambition and potential for future growth, and demonstration of necessary skills to meet application requirements.
• Career Growth/Logical Next Steps (30%): Clarity and articulation of project goals and the attention to detail in completing the application.
• Evaluation of Submitted Creative Content (30%): Judgment of the distinctiveness and excellence of creative content including lyrics, recordings, videos, and promotional materials.
• Presentation/Participation (15%): Participation in recommended consultation sessions with Music PEI and overall understanding of the grant process by the applicant.

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• Each successful applicant will receive a free 1-year Music PEI membership.
• Applications are accepted on a rolling deadline.
• Successful applicants must notify the Program Officer in advance if they wish to reallocate funds due to significant project changes.
• Submission of a Completion Report is required within sixty (60) days of project completion.
• The Microgrant Program promotes diversity and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups.