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Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2
International career development support
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 15, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports the international commercialization of sound recordings and the career development of Canadian artists. It funds promotion, showcases, tours, and market adaptation, with maximum assistance of up to $50,000 for this stream.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : May 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Promotion of a sound recording in a target market
- Showcases or performances for industry professionals
- Concert tours in the target market
- Market adaptation and integration activities
Documents Needed
- Signed declarations tab
- Target-market career development plan
- Active agreements with professional partners
- Show contracts, invitations, or venue rental contracts
- Proof of international professionals’ attendance, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Self-produced artists
- Canadian Francophone artists
- Publishing companies
- Management companies
- Record labels
- Sound recording producers
- Show producers
Who is not eligible
- Companies already funded under the Global Funding Envelope, except in specific cases
- Projects in English-language music, which must go to FACTOR
- Reissues and compilations
Eligible expenses
- Travel, accommodation, and per diem costs
- Promotion, press, radio, and web service contracts
- Showcase, tour, and market-adaptation travel costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Cash payments
- Barter or exchanged services
- Pre-production and production-of-show costs
- Audit, legal, and infraction-related fees
- Recoverable taxes and interest on late payments
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- European Francophone markets
Selection criteria
- Strength of the target market
- Professional environment and existing results
- Quality of the career development strategy
- For showcases, presence of relevant industry professionals
- For the pilot project, partner investment plans may also be considered
How to apply
1
Preparation of documents
- Draft a career development plan for the target market detailing the results achieved, the development potential, the team in the targeted market, market knowledge, and the marketing strategy.
- Gather the existing agreements with companies and professionals related to the artist on the national and international levels, including distribution companies, recording producers, record labels, publishing houses, and management companies.
- Provide agency and performance production contracts.
- Obtain and prepare invitation letters or contracts for performance broadcasting and venue rental for the planned shows.
- Verify proof of confirmation of the presence of international professionals if relevant.
- Gather contracts for public relations services, radio promotion, and web promotion when applicable.
- For albums or EPs not financed for production or marketing by Musicaction, provide MP3 files of the tracks and proof of legal deposit.
2
Complete the application form
- Download the application form in Excel format from the program's website.
- Fill in all sections of the form including the Declarations tab, then sign it.
3
Submit the request
- Electronically send the completed application form and all required documents to inscription@musicaction.ca.
- Properly name the application file according to the instructions specified by the program (e.g., Applicant – Artist – CI2).
4
Post-Submission Follow-Up
Wait for the confirmation of receipt of the request by Musicaction.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission for eligibility and program fit.
- Projects are assessed against market potential, professional environment, past results, and development strategy.
- Approval depends on the applicant’s financial capacity to complete the project.
- If approved, the revised budget becomes part of the funding contract.
- The final payment is made after the completion report is analyzed.
Additional information
- The program can support parent support for artists, accompanying professionals, and accompanying musicians for showcases or performances.
- The funding is subject to available program funds.
- Applicants must keep original invoices and proof of payment for five years after the project ends.
- Some applications may be subject to follow-up surveys after the performance.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 Program
What is the Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2?
This program supports the international commercialization of sound recordings and the career development of Canadian artists. It funds promotion, showcases, tours, and market adaptation, with maximum assistance of up to $50,000 for this stream.
How much funding can be received?
Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 program?
To be eligible for the Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 program, you must:
Canadian applicant and artist
Target-market career development
Linked to a professional structure
What expenses are eligible under Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2?
Promotion of a sound recording in a target market
Showcases or performances for industry professionals
Concert tours in the target market
Market adaptation and integration activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2?
You can contact Musicaction by email at inscription@musicaction.ca.
Where is the Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 available?
The Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 is a Grant and Funding