Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Who is eligible for the Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance program?

To be eligible for the Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance program, you must: • The applicant must be a self-producing artist or an artist from the Canadian Francophonie. • The artist must be Canadian and can only benefit from this program once. • Projects must comply with Canadian and Francophone content norms.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance?

You can contact Musicaction by email at acroy@musicaction.ca.

Q: Where is the Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance available?

The Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Canadian grant for emerging artists' digital music production

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : August 1, 2024
Closing date : September 4, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Closed

Overview

The "Soutien à l’émergence – Aide à la production" grant aims to professionalize and integrate emerging Canadian artists into the music industry by supporting the production of digital tracks and promotional efforts. Eligible projects can receive a maximum funding of $5,000, covering up to 75% of the total accepted costs related to production and industry outreach activities.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant provides structured financing terms that support the production and industry integration of emerging artists. Financial assistance is granted with clear limitations and guidelines to ensure effective use of funds.

The maximum financial assistance per project is $5,000.
Funding covers up to 75% of accepted or real eligible costs, whichever is less, and is dependent on fund availability.
A first installment of up to 75% of the granted amount is provided upon contract signing.
A subsequent payment may be issued during the project upon review of expended justifications for the initial installment.
The final payment is made after completing the project reporting requirements (parachèvement) and analysis.
Transportation costs must be more economical compared to other alternatives, considering safety and accessibility.
Admissible accommodation reimbursement is $150 per night for commercial options and $50 per night for non-commercial lodging.
Reimbursable per diem is up to $100 per day covering meals and minor incidentals during travel.
Admissible mileage reimbursement is $0.55 per kilometer for use of personal vehicles for requests submitted after May 9, 2024.
Funds cannot be used to cover cash expenditures, reciprocal services, refundable taxes, interest on late payments, or corporate administration fees.
The total government funding, including Musicaction, cannot exceed 100% of the project costs.

Activities funded

This grant aims to support emerging artists in producing digital music tracks and promoting them within the music industry. The focus is on helping new artists professionalize their work and integrate into the industry.

Production of two to four digital music tracks.
Market outreach activities to integrate artists into the music industry structure.
Designing or updating a website to promote music projects.
Creation of a press kit to enhance promotional efforts.
Organizing showcases or performances as part of marketing activities.

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed project activities.

The applicant must be an emerging Canadian artist who is self-producing or part of the Canadian Francophonie.
Applicants must not have previously recorded an album, or if they have, the works must not have been marketed, with exceptions for Indigenous artists and artists from Canadian francophone communities who may have one marketed album or digital tracks.
The applicant must be a Canadian citizen.
Projects must adhere to Canadian and Francophone content standards and must not include material that is violent, sexually exploitative, obscene, indecent, pornographic, hateful, defamatory, or illegal.

Who is eligible?

This grant is designed for emerging artists who are at the beginning of their music careers.

Artists who are self-producers and are seeking to professionalize their music production.
Artists belonging to the Francophone community in Canada.

Who is not eligible

This grant does not specify ineligibility for companies or industries based on status or main activity. The eligibility criteria focus on artists meeting specific professional and production conditions.

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include costs related to production and industry engagement activities.

Expenses related to showcasing or performing, such as creating or updating a website and creating a press kit.
Travel and accommodation expenses linked to marketing activities (except with prior authorization for production).
Accommodation in commercial establishments up to $150 per night or $50 per night in private accommodation.
Transportation costs considering cost, duration, convenience, safety, and accessibility.
Train and bus travel, car rental, and private vehicle use for necessary travel related to the project's activities.
Per diem to cover meals, local transportation, and incidentals at a maximum of $100 per day.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is administered by Musicaction, which is a Canadian funding body, and it appears that the grant targets Canadian artists, including those from the francophone communities and Indigenous groups. However, specific eligible geographical areas are not explicitly listed in the provided document.

Potentially, Canadian provinces and territories under Musicaction's jurisdiction.

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria with a focus on artistic quality and artist development.

Artistic quality of the project is evaluated by an independent jury and accounts for 60% of the overall project evaluation.
Artist's progression over the past years is assessed and constitutes 40% of the final score, based on an evaluation grid.

How to apply

Preparation of the request

Complete the application form by filling out all required fields, including the Application and Budget sections.
Prepare the MP3 files of the two tracks for which funding is being requested and the associated song lyrics.
Obtain the CV of the director if applicable.

Submission of the request

Access the program-specific submission page to submit the request.
Upload all required documents in the designated spaces on the platform.
Check that the request is complete to avoid denial due to an incomplete submission.

Confirmation post-submission

Once the request is sent, wait for confirmation of receipt from Musicaction.
Keep copies of all submitted documents for future reference.

Completion of the project

Upon completion of the project within the required nine months, submit the completion to the address para@musicaction.ca.
Include the Completion, Budget, and Expense Report tabs, as well as supporting documents such as MP3 copies of the completed titles.
Submit all invoices and proof of payment according to administrative requirements.

Additional information

Here are some additional aspects to consider when applying for this grant:

Once a project is approved, at least one of the titles submitted initially must be part of the completed project.
Significant changes to the project budget or key project personnel require prior approval from Musicaction.
Musicaction insists on the inclusion of their logo and the Government of Canada wordmark on all promotional materials associated with the project.
Failure to submit a complete application with all required documents will result in the refusal of the application.
Payment of remaining funds is contingent upon the submission and approval of a completion report.

Contacts

acroy@musicaction.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.