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Last Update: May 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 300,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 23, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides direct grants of up to $300,000 for Ontario music industry initiatives. It supports collective activities that strengthen the music sector through professional development, training, networking, business analytics, and export development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 23, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Professional development and training initiatives
- Networking and business-to-business activities
- Business analytics and data collection
- Export and market development activities, including showcasing Ontario talent
Documents Needed
- Activity budget template
- Applicant affidavit
- Ontario Creates Program Policies
- Most recent two years of financial statements
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Music industry trade associations
- Music service organizations
Who is not eligible
- Music festivals
- Federal, provincial, and municipal governments
- Universities, colleges, and training institutions
Eligible expenses
- Direct costs for eligible activities
- Costs tied to professional development, training, networking, business analytics, and export activities
- Eligible activity costs supported by a matching contribution
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Awards, ceremonies, and fundraising activities
- Expenses outside the approved activity period without prior approval
- Staff benefits, in-kind staff costs, and non-project labour
- Real estate, leasehold improvements, and permanent structures
- Recoverable taxes, alcohol, cannabis, and grant-writing fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through the online portal
- Applicants receive a response within 8 to 10 weeks
- Late applications are not considered
- Approved applicants must complete a transfer payment agreement before funding is issued
Additional information
- First-time applicants must contact the Ontario Music Office at least three weeks before the deadline.
- Applications can be prepared and saved incrementally in the online portal.
- Information sessions are encouraged, but not required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives Program
What is the OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives?
This program provides direct grants of up to $300,000 for Ontario music industry initiatives. It supports collective activities that strengthen the music sector through professional development, training, networking, business analytics, and export development.
How much funding can be received?
OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $300,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives program?
To be eligible for the OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives program, you must:
Ontario-based organization
Music trade association or service organization
Established applicant
What expenses are eligible under OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives?
Professional development and training initiatives
Networking and business-to-business activities
Business analytics and data collection
Export and market development activities, including showcasing Ontario talent
Who can I contact for more information about the OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives?
You can contact Ontario Creates by email at omo@ontariocreates.ca or by phone at 416-572-0436.
Where is the OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives available?
The OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives is a Grant and Funding