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Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour
Supports Francophone artists' international showcases and tours
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The program aims to stimulate the programming of Francophone artists from official language minority communities in large-scale events and international tours to advance their professional careers and enhance access to French-language musical performances. The grant provides a maximum of CAD 40,000, covering eligible activities such as international showcases, market adaptation, and touring, aligning with set criteria.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- International Activities
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- International showcases for professional audiences.
- International touring activities.
- Artist development and adaptation to a target market.
Documents Needed
- Signed Declarations tab of the form.
- Relevant Showcase, Tour, and/or Adaptation tabs.
- Production, agency, or management contract, if applicable.
- Invitation letters or performance and venue agreements.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Francophone Canadian artists.
- Management companies.
- Record labels.
- Show producers.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants in default of payment.
- Projects or promotional materials containing violent, obscene, pornographic, hateful, defamatory, or illegal content.
- Applicants submitting the same request to FACTOR and Musicaction.
Eligible expenses
- Promotion costs, artist fees, travel, and accommodation.
- Per diems for meals, local transport, and incidental expenses.
- Flight, train, bus, car rental, fuel, and mileage costs.
- Travel costs for the artist’s representative and accompanying musicians, when eligible.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Cash payments.
- Service exchanges.
- Audit, legal, and infraction fees.
- Recoverable taxes and similar charges.
- Interest on late payments.
- Administrative fees charged by suppliers.
Eligible geographic areas
- Francophone communities outside Quebec in Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- The budget becomes part of the funding contract after approval.
- Any major change must be approved by Musicaction in advance.
- Funding is paid in stages, starting with at least 75% at contract signature.
- Additional payments depend on review of eligible expenses and the final completion report.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted at least one month before the activities begin.
- The project must be submitted using the Excel form provided by Musicaction.
- Completion documents must be filed within two months after the activity ends.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 1 - National ShowcaseSupport for Francophone showcases outside Quebec
- Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National TourSupport for francophone national music tours
- Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 4 - Event in song in French CanadaSupport for francophone song showcase events
Frequently Asked Questions about the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour Program
What is the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour?
The program aims to stimulate the programming of Francophone artists from official language minority communities in large-scale events and international tours to advance their professional careers and enhance access to French-language musical performances. The grant provides a maximum of CAD 40,000, covering eligible activities such as international showcases, market adaptation, and touring, aligning with set criteria.
How much funding can be received?
Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $40,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour program?
To be eligible for the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour program, you must:
Canadian applicant and artist.
Francophone Canadian content required.
No default of payment.
What expenses are eligible under Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour?
International showcases for professional audiences.
International touring activities.
Artist development and adaptation to a target market.
Who can I contact for more information about the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour?
You can contact Musicaction by email at inscription@musicaction.ca.
Where is the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour available?
The Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour program is available across Canada.
Is the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour is a Grant and Funding