Musicaction — Canvassing
QC, Canada
Music professionals' travel support for market development
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Musicaction
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This grant program supports music professionals in traveling nationally and internationally to develop new markets, providing up to a maximum of $10,000 annually. Eligible activities focus on expanding career opportunities, with priority given to Canadian sound recordings funded within the last 24 months.
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This grant supports activities that enhance the development of new markets for music professionals on both a national and international scale. Eligible activities focus on travel and related promotional efforts that directly contribute to career growth and market expansion.
- Travel to professional music events or markets for career development.
- Marketing efforts that directly relate to introducing and promoting musical recordings in new regions.
- Participation in concurrent professional music events to maximize exposure and networking opportunities.
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The eligibility for this grant requires the applicant to meet specific criteria based on their type of organization and past achievements.
- Record label or sound recording producer: The applicant must have released two sound recordings in the two years preceding the application, unless exceptions apply.
- Management company: The applicant must be authorized to negotiate international license, co-publishing, or distribution agreements for two albums marketed in Canada by their artists, unless exceptions apply.
- Show producer: The applicant must hold production contracts for shows with at least two artists whose albums have been marketed in Canada in the two years preceding the application, unless exceptions apply.
- Publishing house: The applicant must have published at least twenty-five Canadian titles commercialized in Canada, including eight in the twelve months preceding the application, unless exceptions apply.
- Event or organization in Quebec and the Canadian Francophonie that was supported in the "Initiatives collectives" component within the two years preceding the application.
- Companies benefiting from a global funding envelope in the "Individual Initiatives" component are not eligible.
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Publishing houses, events or organizations in Quebec, events or organizations from the Canadian Francophonie, management companies, record labels, sound recording producers, and concert producers can apply. However, companies receiving global funding in the Individual Initiatives stream are not eligible. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria according to their category, such as having released certain numbers of sound recordings, sub-publishing or distribution agreements, or having edited a specific number of Canadian titles. These requirements are more stringent for Canadian Francophone vocal music aimed at European Francophone markets, although other music categories may apply with proof of tangible career development opportunities in the target territory.
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This grant primarily focuses on supporting specific businesses within the music industry that meet certain criteria. There are some restrictions based on prior receipt of funds and dual application limitations.
- Companies benefiting from a global funding envelope in the 'Initiatives individuelles' section.
- Businesses whose application is already submitted to both FACTOR and Musicaction for the same project.
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The grant covers specific travel-related expenses for music professionals seeking to develop new markets nationally and internationally.
- Accommodation expenses, with reimbursement based on maximum admissible amounts: $150/night in Canada and $300/night internationally, or $50/night for non-commercial lodging.
- Transportation costs, considering cost, duration, convenience, safety, and accessibility, including airfare in economy class, train and bus tickets in higher classes if available, and car rental based on intermediate-class rates.
- Carbon credits purchased when buying airline tickets.
- Fuel expenses when renting a car.
- Kilometric allowance for personal vehicle use at specified rates depending on the submission date.
- Per diem allowances for meals, local transport, and incidentals: $100/day for national travel and $200/day for international travel.
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This grant is specifically geared towards entities operating within certain francophone regions. The eligible geographical areas are outlined to prioritize entities contributing to the francophone cultural industry in these regions.
- Events or organizations in Quebec.
- Events or organizations within the Canadian Francophonie.
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- Step 1: Check Eligibility
- Ensure that your business or organization falls under one of the eligible categories such as Publishing House, Quebec or Francophone Canadian Event or Organization, Management Company, Record Label, Sound Recording Producer, or Show Producer.
- Verify that your business meets the specific eligibility criteria for your category, e.g., having produced recordings in the last two years or managing artists with commercially licensed albums in Canada.
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Complete the application form in Excel format, ensuring it's properly saved and named following the format "Applicant – City (YY-MM) – DE".
- Prepare and attach the necessary supporting documents such as signed declarations, contracts for recordings, a list of published titles, management contracts, or production contracts, as applicable.
- Include a copy of any available airplane tickets if possible.
- Confirm a minimum of three professional meetings, unless the trip is related to a recognized professional event.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Send the completed application form and all required documents electronically to inscription@musicaction.ca before your departure date.
- Ensure that the application is submitted at least 20 days before the intended departure to guarantee eligibility confirmation prior to traveling.
- Step 4: Post-approval Obligations
- Upon approval, complete the revised budget as part of the financing contract and seek prior approval from Musicaction for any significant changes.
- The grant amount will be paid in full after the project is complete and has been evaluated.
- Step 5: Submit Completion Report
- Within two months after your travel, submit a completion report through the provided Excel form via email to para@musicaction.ca.
- Include a financial summary detailing income and expenses, a summary of each incurred expense, and an activity report.
- Provide copies of additional documents such as plane tickets if not previously submitted, and confirmation letters from other income sources.
- Be prepared to submit copies of invoices and proof of payment for expenses as required by the administration.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The grant support cannot be combined with applications submitted to both FACTOR and Musicaction.
- If the application is submitted less than 20 days before departure, Musicaction may not confirm eligibility before the travel begins.
- All submitted expenses must be backed by invoices and proof of payment retained for five years.
- Funding is limited by the availability of funds.
- Parental support may be provided to professionals traveling in a professional context.
- The maximum assistance per annum is $10,000, with a cumulative project funding cap of $100,000 across specified program categories.
- Applicants must use Canadian suppliers and services when possible, adhering to Canadian travel and accommodation standards.
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inscription@musicaction.ca
Apply to this program
Supporting Musical Professionals in Expanding New Markets
This grant program assists music industry professionals in traveling to develop new markets both nationally and internationally. Priority is given to those who have released sound recordings funded by the Canada Music Fund within the last 24 months.
In-depth Overview of the Music Market Development Grant Program
The Music Market Development Grant aims to facilitate the professional advancement of musical entities by covering travel expenses related to exploring new markets. Eligible participants for this grant include music publishing houses, events or organizations in Quebec or the Canadian Francophonie, management companies, record labels, sound recording producers, and stage producers. However, companies already receiving global funding envelopes under the Individual Initiatives component are ineligible.
The program is meticulously designed to promote the career development of music professionals by prioritizing Canadian and francophone content in the projects, ensuring a focus on cultural export and collaboration. Backed by extensive potential funding of up to $10,000 annually—set within the financial calendar from April 1 to March 31—the grant comprehensively supports strategic market exploration. For projects spanning multiple events and cities, the grant accommodates up to 10-day travel, taking into account a maximum of seven days per city, consolidating professional exposure.
Stringent eligibility criteria ensure that only those with a firm grounding in the industry are considered. For instance, record labels and sound recording producers must have released two records in the past two years, adhering to Canadian distribution norms. Similarly, management firms must have been involved in international negotiations for at least two albums in the same timeframe. These prerequisites ensure that applicants have the foundational experience to benefit effectively from the program.
The grant supports expenses from the application submission date, covering travel and accommodation, amongst others, with travel modes being subjected to considerations of cost, safety, and accessibility, keeping environmental impacts such as carbon credits in mind. Accommodation costs are standardized, and priority is given to using Canadian suppliers where possible.
The application procedure is streamlined through an Excel-based form submission, accompanied by required documentation such as contracts or confirmations of professional meetings. Moreover, a focus on detailed financial documentation post-project ensures accountability and the precise allocation of funds, supported by a mandatory follow-up within two months of the project's completion. This includes a comprehensive financial report and the obligation to retain financial records for a period of five years post-project, ensuring regulatory compliance and transparency.
This grant not only supports vital logistical aspects of market development but also underscores the importance of strategic planning and detailed documentation as critical components of project success. It encourages music professionals to widen their reach across geographically adjacent soundscape sectors, promoting cultural and economic prosperity within the Canadian music industry and beyond.
