How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $85000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2025-03-14T21:00:00Z.

Who are the financial supporters of the Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 4 - Event in song in French Canada?

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 4 - Event in song in French Canada is funded by Musicaction

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 4 - Event in song in French Canada

Q: What are Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 4 - Event in song in French Canada's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be involved in organizing or promoting musical showcases in French Canada. The event must focus on promoting songs performed in French.

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Funding for Francophone musical events in Canada and Quebec

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Arts, entertainment and recreation

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Musicaction

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The grant provides funding of up to $85,000 to support francophone music events outside of Quebec, enhancing visibility for Canadian francophone artists and promoting their programming. Eligible activities include key showcase events and festivals that introduce francophone artists to industry professionals and the general public.

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This grant supports musical showcases that celebrate song events conducted in French across Canada. It primarily focuses on fostering the diversity of musical expression in the French language and promoting Francophone artists.

Organizing musical showcases featuring French Canadian artists.
Promoting cultural diversity through music in French-speaking communities.
Facilitating exposure of Francophone musicians to new audiences.
Supporting event planning that highlights French Canadian musical heritage.
Encouraging collaborative performances that feature different genres of music sung in French.

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant and event type.

The applicant must be a Canadian citizen.
The applicant must not be in default of payment.
The applicant must provide all necessary documentation, including financial statements that meet current standards.
The event must present at least five francophone Canadian artists from minority communities, with specific conditions concerning their discography and performance duration.
For "Contact" type events, at least three artists meeting the criteria must be presented in both the previous and current editions of the event.
The scope of the event can include projects in Indigenous languages.
The event must occur within twelve months following the application.

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Eligible applicants for this grant include both organizations and events within Canada that meet specific requirements and cater to the promotion of French-language artists or organizations at significant francophone music events.

Events or organizations located in Quebec.
Events or organizations from the broader Canadian Francophonie.
"Contact" events focusing on presenting francophone musical artists to industry professionals and stakeholders.
"Festival" events aimed at showcasing francophone artists to the general public.

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The grant covers specific expenses related to artist compensation, travel, and event production and promotion.

Expenses related to artist fees (cachets).
Travel expenses for artists and professionals, including transportation and accommodation.
Accommodation cost standards are $150 per night in Canada and $300 per night abroad.
A per diem of $200 per day to cover meals, local transport, and miscellaneous expenses.
Cost for vehicle usage at $0.55 per kilometer for applications after May 9, 2024 ($0.50 per kilometer for prior applications).
Carbon offset credits related to flight tickets.
Production and promotion costs of the event.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on several criteria to ensure they meet the objectives of enhancing visibility and promotion of Francophone artists in Canada.

Number of Francophone Canadian artists and their prominence in the event's programming.
Inclusion of artists from Indigenous peoples and Francophone minority communities in the last edition.
The geographical-based audience impact and efforts for public renewal and retention.
The event's scope, considering its local, regional, national, or international reach.
Media impact on the participating artists.
Direct benefits for artists included in previous "Contact" type events.
Equity between regions and major urban centers.
Diversity and number of Canadian and international professionals in attendance.
Overall development of the event over recent years.
National and international development strategy of the event.
Structural impact of the event in its musical niche.
Equity across different musical genres.
Special, occasional projects.
Past funding history with Musicaction.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The financial capability of the applicant to complete the project must be demonstrated, and financial records must be made available for audit purposes upon request.
Recipients must ensure the proper display of MUSICACTION and CANADA logos on promotional materials, adhering to specified visibility requirements.
Project completion and final reporting require submission of a well-detailed financial balance and supporting materials, with the retention of all original financial documentation for five years.
Funding approval is contingent upon budget revisions and adherence to contractual agreements, including visibility protocols.