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Musicaction — National collective promotion
Supports innovative promotion for Francophone music
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 400,000
Timeline
- Open Date : March 14, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program supports large-scale collective promotional initiatives for Canadian Francophone music, with maximum funding of up to $400,000. Eligible projects aim to strengthen visibility, access, and market positioning through new, one-time, and innovative promotion activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : March 14, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Large-scale collective promotional initiatives for Canadian Francophone music.
- New, one-time, innovative promotion campaigns.
- Projects highlighting Indigenous or minority artists and entrepreneurs.
- Recurring collective promotional events such as galas or awards, outside Quebec for provincial and territorial associations.
Documents Needed
- Signed Declarations tab
- Completed Project, Budget-Balance, and Artists tabs
- Partnership agreement, if applicable
- Master file financial documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Events or organizations in Quebec
- Events or organizations from the Canadian Francophonie
- Other enterprises whose main activity is related to sound recording
Who is not eligible
- Applicants in default of payment.
- Applicants unable to provide the required master file documents.
Eligible expenses
- Internal labour costs directly assigned to the project, up to 25% of admissible costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Cash payments
- Barter or exchange of services
- Audit, legal, and infraction fees
- Recoverable taxes, duties, and similar charges
- Interest on late payments
- Administrative fees charged by suppliers
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Canadian Francophonie
- Outside Quebec, for provincial and territorial associations in recurring collective promotion projects
Selection criteria
- Collective scope and impact of the project.
- Quality of partnerships and promotional plan.
- Diversity of the artists featured.
- Visibility potential and budget realism.
- Applicant’s funding history with Musicaction.
How to apply
1
Prepare for your application
- Review eligibility requirements for applicants and projects
- Ensure your project aligns with program priorities and guidelines
- Gather necessary project and applicant documentation
2
Complete and submit the application
- Complete the Excel application form
- Name the file as required (Applicant – Project – PCN)
- Attach signed Declarations, and fill Project, Budget-Balance, and Artists tabs
- Provide partnership agreement if applicable
- Submit required documents via email to inscription@musicaction.ca
3
Await application evaluation
- Wait for evaluation of your application based on program criteria
- The quality of the application and merit of the project determine approval
4
Accept approval and fulfill requirements
- Receive project approval notice and funding contract
- Revise budget as required and meet contractual obligations
- Follow branding and recognition requirements in promotional materials
5
Implement your project
- Implement the approved project within 12 months
- Maintain records of all eligible expenses and supporting documents
- Respond to any request for accounting access or discussions with Musicaction
6
Submit project completion file
- Submit project completion file (parachèvement) within 3 months after project end
- Include signed Declarations, completed forms, supporting materials, and proof of expenditures
- Provide copies of promotional materials and impact statistics as required
- Retain original invoices and payment proof for five years
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Musicaction against program criteria.
- Applicants may be asked to attend a meeting to discuss the project and set measurable performance indicators.
- If approved, the revised budget becomes part of the funding contract.
- Final payment is made after review of the completion report.
- Non-compliance with recognition obligations may lead to penalties or recovery of funding.
Additional information
- Projects must be completed within 12 months.
- A final completion report is due within 3 months after project end.
- Musicaction may request a meeting to define measurable performance indicators.
- All rights and licensing tariffs must be respected.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Musicaction — National collective promotion Program
What is the Musicaction — National collective promotion?
The program supports large-scale collective promotional initiatives for Canadian Francophone music, with maximum funding of up to $400,000. Eligible projects aim to strengthen visibility, access, and market positioning through new, one-time, and innovative promotion activities.
How much funding can be received?
Musicaction — National collective promotion Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $400,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Musicaction — National collective promotion program?
To be eligible for the Musicaction — National collective promotion program, you must:
Canadian applicant
New, innovative project
Multiple artists from different companies
What expenses are eligible under Musicaction — National collective promotion?
Large-scale collective promotional initiatives for Canadian Francophone music.
New, one-time, innovative promotion campaigns.
Projects highlighting Indigenous or minority artists and entrepreneurs.
Recurring collective promotional events such as galas or awards, outside Quebec for provincial and territorial associations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Musicaction — National collective promotion?
You can contact Musicaction by email at inscription@musicaction.ca.
Where is the Musicaction — National collective promotion available?
The Musicaction — National collective promotion program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Musicaction — National collective promotion a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Musicaction — National collective promotion is a Grant and Funding