Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 2 - Stage activities

Who is eligible?

This grant is designed to support Canadian artists and producers involved in the national commercialization of sound recordings through activities such as showcases, opening acts, performances, and tours. Applications must align with a promotional plan for the sound recording and should have either accompanied or been preceded by an application to the National Commercialization Program - Component 1 - Promotion. Additionally, specific eligibility criteria apply to who can submit an application, as follows:- Self-producing artists- Artists from the Canadian Francophonie- Record labels- Sound recording producers- Show producersProspective applicants must ensure they meet these criteria to qualify for funding under this program.

Who is not eligible

This grant has specific restrictions on eligibility for certain companies or industries. The aim is to direct the funding towards appropriate entities in line with the grant's intended purpose.

• Companies benefiting from a global funding envelope within the Individual Initiatives component are not eligible.
• Projects with promotional material containing violent or sexually exploitative elements, or material deemed obscene, indecent, or otherwise illegal are not eligible.
• Entities unable to meet Canadian content rules or that lack a deal with a Canadian distribution company.
• Companies involved in submissions to both FACTOR and Musicaction simultaneously.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the realization of activities under the "Volet 2 - Activités scéniques" for commercializing sound recordings.

• Living expenses and travel costs within certain limits, including lodging and transport, based on market rates.
• Costs related to the services provided by the applicant or their companies, up to a certain percentage of the admissible expenses.
• Accommodation expenses in commercial establishments, up to a specific nightly rate.
• Transport expenses, including airfare, train, bus, car rental, and private vehicle mileage, within specified limits.
• Per diem allowances for meals, local transportation, and incidental expenses during travel or stay, up to a specified daily rate.
• Expenses for artists, musicians, and technicians related to the presentation of performances.

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• The funding can cover up to 50% of eligible project costs, provided they do not exceed approved expenses.
• A limit of three requests maximum can be submitted under this component.
• Financial support is contingent upon the availability of funds and the applicant’s financial capability to complete the project.
• Projects are expected to adhere to the norms of Canadian content and francophone standards.
• The program offers parental support to eligible artists and accompanying musicians for travel-funded performances.
• If modifications to the budget are necessary upon project approval, they must be pre-approved by Musicaction.
• All promotional materials must credit Musicaction and may include specific logos and phrases as directed.
• Documentation related to project expenditures must be retained for five years post-project completion.