Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance
QC, Canada
Canadian grant for emerging artists' digital music production
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
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- grant_single|openingDateAugust 1, 2024
- grant_single|closingDateSeptember 4, 2024
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Musicaction
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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.
grant_single_labels|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.
grant_single_labels|projects
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.
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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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
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.
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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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
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.
grant_single_labels|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.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Ensure you are an emerging Canadian artist or francophone artist within Canada.
- Confirm that you meet all eligibility criteria stated in the grant conditions.
- Step 2: Complete Application Form
- Fill out the application form, including both the "Demande" and "Budget et bilan" sections in Excel format.
- Ensure the form is complete and addresses all required questions and information.
- Step 3: Prepare Supporting Documents
- Prepare two music titles for which you seek funding, in MP3 format.
- Gather all necessary supporting documents, such as the CV of the producer if applicable.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Transmit your application via the specific program page through the new submission procedure.
- Attach all required documents in the designated areas of the submission page.
- Step 5: Post-Submission Requirements
- Upon acceptance, ensure that at least one submitted title is produced as part of the project.
- Submit a revised budget as part of the contract if there are significant changes.
- Step 6: Complete Project and Submit Completion Documents
- Complete the project within nine months of acceptance and submit the completion documents by email.
- Send completed sections: "Parachèvement," "Budget et bilan," and "Tableau des dépenses." Attach copies of completed works in MP3 format, and any additional requirements.
- Ensure to provide evidence of all payments made during the project's course as required.
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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.
grant_single_labels|contact
acroy@musicaction.ca
