How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $20000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour?

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour is funded by Musicaction

What are Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a Canadian entity (artist, management company, record label, producer, or show distribution network). The applicant must provide all required documentation and not be in payment default. Canadian and Francophone content norms must be respected for the supported album or EP.

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour

Last Update: May 5, 2025

Canada

Supports national tours for Francophone artists to increase visibility

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Grant Providers

Musicaction

Status

Open

Overview of the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour program

The Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour grant supports national tours by Francophone artists from official language minority communities, with a focus on enhancing professional development and increasing visibility through live performances across Canada. Eligible projects can receive up to $20,000 per tour for show producers and additional funding of up to $13,500 for presenting networks, plus $7,500 for digital promotion, to cover costs related to artist fees, travel, and promotional activities.

Financing terms and conditions

Funding covers up to 75% of eligible or actual accepted project costs.
Maximum support per tour is $20,000 for the show producer.
Broadcast networks and presenters may receive up to $13,500 per tour, plus an additional $7,500 per tour for digital promotion.
Total government funding, including Musicaction, cannot exceed 100% of project costs.
Initial payment generally covers at least 75% of the approved amount upon contract signature, with the final payment released after project completion and review.

Eligible projects & activities

Organization of national tours for francophone artists from official language minority communities across Canada.
Professional development initiatives for artists through touring events aimed at francophone and anglophone audiences.
Promotion of francophone musical performances within Canadian communities as part of large-scale events and tours.
Digital promotion campaigns to increase the visibility of artist tours in collaboration with distribution networks and partners.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 13,500

Pan-Canadian folk music showcase in major urban venues

$ 11,625

Funding emerging indie pop artist for east-to-west tour

$ 12,750

Organizing a national tour for Francophone jazz quartet

$ 10,500

Showcase tour for Franco-Canadian children's music ensemble

$ 15,000

Digital and live hybrid tour for Franco-rock band

$ 15,750

Collaborative tour between two Franco-Canadian hip-hop groups

Eligibility criteria of the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour program

The applicant must be a Canadian company (such as a management company, record label, show producer, or performing arts network).
The applicant and the artist represented must both be Canadian.
The project must support a national tour showcasing Francophone Canadian artists in official language minority communities.
The project’s album or EP must meet Canadian and Francophone content standards and have been released within the last 36 months, supported by the Canada Music Fund, or selected by Musicaction.
The applicant must not be in default of payment and must provide all required company documents, including updated financial statements if applying as a business.

Who is eligible?

Francophone artists from Canadian minority language communities
Management companies (Maison de gérance)
Record labels (Maison de disques)
Show producers
Performance presenting networks

Who is not eligible

Companies or applicants in default of payment.
Projects or entities whose activities or promotional materials contain violence, sexual exploitation, obscenity, indecency, pornography, hate, defamation, or any illegal content as defined by the Criminal Code.
Applicants who are submitting the same request both to FACTOR and Musicaction.

Eligible expenses

Artist fees and per diems for up to five people involved in the tour.
Transportation expenses, including air travel (economy class), private vehicle usage (up to $0.60/km), and car rental (intermediate class, including fuel) necessary for the tour.
Reasonable travel-related costs to reach terminals, stations, or airports (such as public transport, shuttles, or taxis).
Digital promotion costs for the tour, when specifically requested and approved.
Carbon offset credits purchased with airfare tickets.

Eligible geographic areas

French-speaking businesses and artists from official language minority communities in Canada

How to apply to the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour program

Registration and Initial Preparation

Ensure you meet the program's eligibility criteria such as Canadian status and album/EP requirements.
Gather necessary information and documents, including latest album details and financial statements if applicable.
Plan your project or tour to align with program objectives of promoting Francophone artists in minority communities.

Application Form Completion

Complete the Excel application form, ensuring all tabs are correctly filled. This includes sections on project specifics and declarations.
Ensure all necessary declarations are signed and included in the application.

Submission of Application

Name your completed form appropriately (Applicant – Artist – ICV2).
Email the completed application form to inscription@musicaction.ca, ensuring all required documents are attached.

Receipt and Review

Upon submission, await confirmation of receipt from Musicaction.
In case of an incomplete application, be prepared to revise and resubmit.

Post-Acceptance and Contractual Obligations

If accepted, review and finalize the contractual agreement with Musicaction.
Ensure all communications and promotional materials recognize Musicaction's support according to guidelines.

Completion and Reporting

Submit a completion report within two months of tour completion, including financial summaries and activity reports.
Ensure all records and proofs of payment are retained for five years for potential audits.

Additional information

Digital promotion support may be provided in addition to the main grant, specifically for initiatives aimed at increasing the artist's visibility online.
Parental support is available for supported artists, as well as for accompanying musicians whose travel is funded by the program.
Grant recipients are required to preserve all original invoices and payment proofs for five years after project completion.
Grant funding is subject to fund availability and may be adjusted accordingly.