Closed
Source verified July 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 85,000
Deadline
March 13, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Musicaction’s Événement au Canada supports Canadian music events held in Canada to showcase artists and strengthen the sector. Eligible activities include francophone chanson events, specialized music events, and related professional activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 85,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Music events showcasing Canadian artists in Canada
- Francophone chanson events
- Specialized music events
- Events with professional development activities for attendees
Documents Needed
- Excel form
- Declarations tab
- Supporting documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Events or organizations in Quebec
- Canadian event organizers
- Organizations active in francophone chanson or specialized music
Who is not eligible
- Multidisciplinary events that are not exclusively musical
- Applicants in default of payment
- Applicants that are insolvent or in bankruptcy
Eligible expenses
- Artist fees
- Travel and accommodation costs
- Professional guest hospitality
- Event production and promotion costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Cash payments
- Barter or exchanged services
- Audit, legal, and infraction fees
- Recoverable taxes and similar charges
- Interest on late payments
- Administrative fees charged by suppliers
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Number and prominence of Canadian artists programmed
- Audience reach and media impact
- Professional activities and diversity of professionals present
- Overall event development and strategic value
- Track record with Musicaction funding
How to apply
- Complete the Excel form.
- Sign the Declarations tab.
- Submit the application by email.
- Send the completion package by email after the activity.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against eligibility and program criteria.
- Funding is not guaranteed and depends on available funds.
- If approved, the revised budget becomes part of the contract.
- Initial payment is generally made at contract signature, with the balance after completion review.
- Reporting and visibility obligations apply after approval.
Additional information
- Applications must be complete to be considered.
- A financing contract is issued if approved.
- Recognition and visibility requirements apply after approval.
- Projects accepted from April 1, 2026 may follow a lighter completion review process.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Musicaction — Event in Canada Program
What is the Musicaction — Event in Canada?
Musicaction’s Événement au Canada supports Canadian music events held in Canada to showcase artists and strengthen the sector. Eligible activities include francophone chanson events, specialized music events, and related professional activities.
How much funding can be received?
Musicaction — Event in Canada Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $85,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Musicaction — Event in Canada program?
To be eligible for the Musicaction — Event in Canada program, you must:
Event held in Canada
Event must be mainly musical
Canadian artists must be featured for francophone chanson events
What expenses are eligible under Musicaction — Event in Canada?
Music events showcasing Canadian artists in Canada
Francophone chanson events
Specialized music events
Events with professional development activities for attendees
Who can I contact for more information about the Musicaction — Event in Canada?
You can contact Musicaction by email at inscription@musicaction.ca or by phone at 4385, rue Saint-Hubert, bureau 2.
Where is the Musicaction — Event in Canada available?
The Musicaction — Event in Canada program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Musicaction — Event in Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Musicaction — Event in Canada is a Grant and Funding