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Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 - Quebec - Canada
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Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2

International career development support
Offered by
Musicaction
Funding available
$ 125,000
Deadline
May 15, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply

Self-produced artists

See full eligibility

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 : 125,000 $
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • 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

  • Step 1
    • Complete the Excel application form.
    • Sign the declarations tab.
  • Step 2
    • Gather the required supporting documents.
    • Prepare the career development plan and active agreements.
  • Step 3
    • Email the application to inscription@musicaction.ca.
    • Use the required file name format.
  • Step 4
    • Submit the completion report after the project ends.
    • Send it by email to para@musicaction.ca.

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

inscription@musicaction.ca

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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 $125,000 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