Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 1 - National Showcase
QC, Canada
Supporting francophone artists in minority community events
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Musicaction
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The grant program aims to promote the professional careers of Francophone artists from minority official language communities by supporting their participation in major events and tours, with up to $15,000 in funding available for projects involving at least three such artists. Eligible activities include official showcases and performances at funded events, facilitating access to French-language musical performances for Canadian Francophone communities.
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This grant encourages the participation of Canadian Francophone artists from minority language communities in significant events and tours to enhance their careers. The program is focused on both showcasing artists to industry professionals and on providing French-speaking communities access to music performances in their language.
- Showcasing selected Canadian Francophone artists in official remunerated or non-remunerated showcases at major events.
- Organizing events in Quebec or at anglophone events in other provinces that feature a minimum of 3 artists from Francophone minority communities.
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- The applicant and the artist must be Canadian citizens.
- The supported album or EP must adhere to Canadian and Francophone content standards.
- The showcase must take place at an event funded by Musicaction under the relevant programs.
- The artist must perform for a minimum of 20 minutes related to their latest album or EP.
- The applicant cannot be in default of payment.
- A single application cannot be submitted simultaneously to both FACTOR and Musicaction.
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- Tout artiste de la francophonie canadienne.- Maisons de gérance impliquées dans la promotion d'artistes francophones minoritaires.- Maisons de disques qui soutiennent un artiste ou un groupe d'artistes répondant aux critères.- Producteur ou productrice de spectacles ayant des projets avec des artistes ciblés.- Tout événement ou organisme représentant la francophonie canadienne.Les artistes francophones des communautés en situation minoritaire, dont le dernier album ou EP a été commercialisé dans les 36 derniers mois et soutenu par le Fonds de la musique du Canada, ont notamment une priorité automatique. Des artistes sans financement précédent peuvent aussi être admissibles s’ils ont un album ou un EP à venir dans les 6 prochains mois et ont été sélectionnés dans le cadre d'un projet soutenu par Musicaction.Les demandeurs doivent être l’artiste ou son représentant. Aussi, les artistes venant de la province où se déroule l'événement peuvent déposer une demande.
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This grant excludes certain organizations based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with its objectives. Below, restrictions are primarily focused on the project's nature and previous financial support.
- Organizations that are currently in default of payment obligations.
- Entities applying to both FACTOR and Musicaction simultaneously for the same project.
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Eligible expenses under this grant are those incurred as part of the event participation and presentation, focusing primarily on artist support and promotion.
- Promotion expenses related to the event or showcase.
- Artist fees (cachets).
- Accommodation costs, with a maximum of $150 per night in Canada and $300 per night abroad, or up to $50 for non-commercial lodging.
- Transportation expenses, including air travel at economy class rates, train or bus fare up to a class above economy if available, car rental (intermediate series), gas, and per kilometer rate for private vehicles ($0.55 or $0.50 per kilometer depending on application date).
- Carbon offset credits purchased for air travel.
- Per diem allowances for meals, local transportation, and incidentals at a maximum of $200 per day.
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This grant is designed to support artists and organizations from specific regions in Canada. Eligibility is based on the artist's or organization's location within Canadian francophone minority communities or broader Canadian regions.
- Communities of the Canadian francophone minority across Canada.
- Events or organizations within Quebec and other Canadian provinces presenting francophone artists.
- Projects involving Anglophone events in provinces other than Quebec wishing to present francophone minority artists.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are managed by the administration based on the fulfillment of all criteria and conditions of eligibility.
- Full compliance with the eligibility criteria for the program.
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- Step 1: Confirm Event Selection
- Ensure that the event has been confirmed as a showcase by the event organizer.
- Step 2: Identify the Eligible Applicant
- Confirm whether the applicant is the artist themselves, their representative, or another eligible organization such as a management company or record label.
- Step 3: Gather Necessary Documents
- Prepare the signed "Declarations" tab from the application form.
- Obtain the invitation letter or email for the showcase from the event organizer.
- Step 4: Complete Application Form
- Fill out the Excel-based application form available from Musicaction.
- Ensure all fields are accurately completed and the document is properly named (Applicant – Artist-Event – ICV1).
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Submit the completed application and all required documents via email to inscription@musicaction.ca.
- Ensure the application is submitted electronically and on time to avoid ineligibility.
- Step 6: Post-Approval Process
- If approved, review and possibly revise the project budget as part of the financing contract.
- Ensure all promotional materials feature the MUSICACTION logo and the CANADA wordmark appropriately.
- Receive a first payment installment equivalent to a minimum of 75% of the total grant amount once the contract is signed.
- Step 7: Submit Completion Report
- Within two months following the event's conclusion, submit a completion report via email to para@musicaction.ca using the provided Excel form.
- Include a financial summary, repport of activities, and relevant documentation to demonstrate expenditures.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The maximum grant assistance includes an exception for presenting a minimum of three artists from minority francophone communities in major events in Quebec or anglophone events outside Quebec, with a maximum of $15,000.
- Musicaction may require job descriptions for employees for whom expenses are claimed.
- The primary sources of funding, such as FACTOR or Musicaction, cannot both be approached for the same project application.
- A parental support aid could be granted to artists being supported by this program.
- The reimbursement for travel and lodging expenses has specified limits, such as $150 per night in Canada and $300 abroad, and transportation expenses prioritized around cost, convenience, and accessibility.
- Transportation expenses have specific eligibility criteria based on transportation mode, and particular limits and requirements for documentation, such as the use of economy class for air travel.
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Stimulating Francophone Artistic Programming in Canada
This grant is designed to enhance the career development of francophone artists from minority official language communities across Canada. It aims to increase their visibility in significant events and tours, as well as provide francophone musical performances accessible to these communities.
In-Depth Overview of the Grant for Francophone Artists
The primary focus of this grant is to support francophone artists from minority language communities in Canada by facilitating their participation in major events and tours. This initiative not only helps in building the professional careers of these artists but also promotes cultural diversity and accessibility to francophone performances within their communities. By providing opportunities for official and non-official showcases in front of industry professionals, the program encourages artists to gain exposure and credibility.The program offers financial assistance to various stakeholders, including Canadian francophone artists, management companies, record labels, show producers, and francophone events or organizations. It automatically includes artists whose latest French-language album or EP, released within the last 36 months, has received support from the Canada Music Fund. Additionally, artists about to release a new album or EP within the next 6 months are also eligible if selected for a Musicaction-supported project or tour.Financial assistance is provided up to $4,000 per project or up to $15,000 for projects that present a minimum of three artists in significant events, either in Quebec or anglophone events in other provinces. Notably, funding can cover promotion costs, artist fees, travel, and accommodation expenses for up to five people, with the requirement that 75% of costs are covered by available funds. This approach maximizes the efficient use of the grant funds.Applications are evaluated based on strict eligibility criteria, ensuring that both the applicant and the artist involved are Canadian, with adherence to Canadian and francophone content standards. While support for showcases must align with Musicaction's funded events, exceptions are granted for participation in substantial anglophone events occurring outside Quebec.The financial aid imaginable through this program assists with expenses incurred from the point of application submission and requires acceptable expenditures only. It necessitates a commitment to the Canadian market by prioritizing Canadian suppliers and services whenever possible.For potential applicants, the grant mandates a submission of a completed Excel application form, alongside supporting documents such as an invitation for the showcase. Upon acceptance of the project, detailed contractual agreements are drawn, clarifying the allocation of initial and final financial dispersals.In conclusion, this grant is an exceptional opportunity for francophone artists and related stakeholders to secure vital funding, enabling enhanced artistic reach and professional development in Canada's vibrant and diverse cultural landscape. This funding not only boosts the individual careers of the artists involved but significantly contributes to the broader resonance of francophone culture across Canada, ensuring performances are both accessible and dynamically engage with communities looking for representation in their language."
