Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour
Canada
Supports francophone artists' touring and professional development
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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 program aims to foster the professional development of French-speaking artists from minority official language communities through significant tours and events, with a focus on enhancing their visibility in both francophone and anglophone audiences across Canada. Eligible projects can receive funding up to 75% of eligible expenses, with a specific funding cap of $20,000 per tour for show producers and up to $13,500 per tour for networks plus an additional $7,500 for digital promotion.
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The grant supports the professional development and visibility of Canadian francophone artists through touring within Canada. It aims to enhance live performance opportunities for artists in minority official language communities, leveraging both live events and digital promotion.
- Touring opportunities for francophone artists in Canada, targeting both francophone and anglophone audiences.
- Enhancing digital promotional efforts to increase artist visibility and audience engagement.
- Supporting live performance programming at major events for artists from official language 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 must be a Canadian citizen or a registered Canadian business.
- The application is eligible if the artist is from a Francophone Official Language Minority Community.
- The artist's last album or EP must comply with Canadian content and Francophone standards.
- The applicant must not be in default of payment.
- If the applicant is a business, all required documents for dossier creation or update, including financial statements, must be provided.
- Applications cannot be submitted to both FACTOR and Musicaction.
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This grant is aimed at Canadian Francophone artists from official language minority communities. Those who can apply include the artist themselves, their management company, record label, tour producers, and performance distribution networks. Eligibility also extends to artists whose latest francophone album or EP, released within the last 36 months, has received support from the Canada Music Fund. Artists who have independently released music or plan to release an album or EP within the next 6 months, as long as they have been selected for a project, tour, or event supported by the Musicaction Foundation, are also eligible.
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The grant covers eligible expenses related to artist presentations and touring activities.
- Fees (cachets) for artists.
- Accommodation expenses for artists.
- Ground transportation costs for up to five people.
- Air transportation costs.
- Fixed amounts per performance based on the diffusion network.
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This grant applies to Canadian artists and organizations, focusing on promoting Francophone communities in minority language situations across Canada. It specifically caters to disseminating artistic works within Canada to enhance visibility and professional development.
- Available to Francophone artists across all Canadian provinces and territories.
- Targeted towards communities in minority language situations within Canada.
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- Step 1: 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.
- Step 2: 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.
- Step 3: 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.
- Step 4: Receipt and Review
- Upon submission, await confirmation of receipt from Musicaction.
- In case of an incomplete application, be prepared to revise and resubmit.
- Step 5: 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.
- Step 6: 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.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants must submit their application at least six weeks before the start of the tour.
- The maximum allowable funding for project organizers is $20,000 per tour, while for networks hosting the tour, it is $13,500, with an additional potential of $7,500 for digital promotion.
- Projects that support artists from official language minority communities and meet specific album or EP criteria are automatically eligible.
- Funding is limited by the availability of funds, with payments made in installments; typically, at least 75% is paid upfront upon contract signing.
- Final completion documentation must be submitted within two months after the event.
- All promotional materials must display the Musicaction logo and the Canada wordmark distinctly and equally compared to other logos.
- Digital payment proofs, such as bank statements or credit card statements, are required for claims.
- Original receipts and payment proofs must be retained for five years post-project completion as they can be requested anytime for verification.
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Apply to this program
Funding Opportunities for Francophone Artists Touring in Canada
This grant program aims to promote French-speaking artists from minority language communities as part of large-scale events and tours across Canada, supporting both their professional career development and the accessibility of their music to Francophone communities. The program encourages applications from artists, managers, record labels, producers, and distribution networks who meet the eligibility criteria.
Detailed Insight into the Francophone Artists' Tour Grant
The Francophone Artists' Tour Grant offers substantial support for artists and cultural organizers who want to boost the presence of French-speaking music in Canada, particularly in minority language settings. The primary aim of this grant is to enhance the career growth of artists by providing them the platform to perform across various regions, hence increasing their visibility not only among Francophone audiences but also English-speaking ones. Such exposure is critical for artists who are early in their careers or looking to expand their reach beyond their current fan base.
This grant plays a strategic role by allowing artists to plan tours in accredited performance networks, ensuring that they can present a series of shows that contribute to their professional repertoire. To facilitate this, the program covers up to 75% of the real admissible costs involved in organizing a tour, with specific limits set for various stakeholders. For example, tour producers can receive up to $20,000, while distribution networks can gain $13,500 plus an additional $7,500 earmarked for digital promotion, provided they meet the conditions set by Musicaction.
Promotional activities, especially digital promotion, form a crucial part of this grant's offering. In an era where digital presence can significantly enhance an artist's reach and engagement, the grant provides financial support for digital marketing initiatives, encouraging artists and their teams to devise comprehensive online campaigns that can further boost attendance and visibility. The grant therefore not only supports the logistical and practical components of touring but also enhances marketing efforts that ensure shows are well-attended and artist profiles are raised.
Eligible applicants include individual artists from Canada's Francophone communities, artist managers, record companies, performance producers, and show distribution networks. Particularly, artists whose recent Francophone album or EP, released within the past 36 months and supported by the Canada Music Fund, automatically qualify for additional showcases, alongside those preparing new projects or upcoming releases within six months.Applicants must adhere to the Canadian content standards, ensuring that their contribution enriches the cultural tapestry of Francophone communities across the nation. They are required to execute a performance lasting at least 30 minutes, focused on their latest album or EP. This not only supports established artists in solidifying their careers but also provides newer artists with opportunities to prove themselves on larger stages.
The application process involves completing necessary documentation, particularly ensuring all forms such as declarations and tour outlines are accurately filled out. Additionally, modifications in budgets need prior authorization to ensure transparency and accountability. Upon approval, an initial payment that covers a significant portion of the agreed funding is made, with final disbursements occurring after successful analysis of the project's completion.
The completion or "parachèvement" phase requires the submission of detailed reports capturing all financial transactions related to the tour, including proofs of expenses like checks or bank statements. This rigorous process ensures that funds are appropriately utilized and align with the grant's mission of supporting and showcasing Francophone talent across Canada. With these stipulations, the grant helps secure the legacy and growth of Francophone music, fostering a vibrant cultural exchange and ensuring artists can continue to engage with wider audiences.
