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Source verified August 10, 2026
Ontario Music Investment Fund
Supports Ontario music business growth
Latest source updateLast Update: July 6, 2026Latest change: OMIF pages now show Intake 1 closed for several streams, and the Music Industry Development FAQ adds updated timing and Ontario-based eligibility guidance.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 6, 2026
Latest change: OMIF pages now show Intake 1 closed for several streams, and the Music Industry Development FAQ adds updated timing and Ontario-based eligibility guidance.
OMIF intake status and FAQ guidance updated
Several OMIF stream pages now show Intake 1 as Closed instead of Now Open, including Music Company Development, Music Futures, and Global Market Development – Music. The visible deadline dates remain April 23, 2026; April 30, 2026; June 4, 2026; September 10, 2026; September 24, 2026; October 22, 2026; October 29, 2026; and November 5, 2026, so the main change is current application availability rather than new deadline values. The Music Industry Development FAQ also adds clearer guidance: applications may be submitted from program launch until October 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, activities must fit within a maximum 12-month window ending no later than December 31, 2027, and event-based applications must be submitted at least eight weeks before the event. New guidance also says Ontario-based participants and expenses are prioritized and that, in general, only the Ontario portion is eligible when projects include participants from outside Ontario.
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 50,000
Deadline
September 10, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Eligible Record Labels, Music Publishers, Music Management Companies, and Live Music Promoters and Presenters (including festivals)
See full eligibility
Overview
The OMIF Music Futures stream supports Ontario-based record labels, music publishers, music management companies, and live music presenters/promoters with growth potential. It funds recording and production, artist roster expansion, live music opportunities in Ontario, business development, and capacity-building activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- From $ 25,000 to $ 125,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in national and international activities that correspond to a strategy for company growth
Documents Needed
- Activity Budget template
- Business Plan for applicants requesting $50K or more
- Articles of Incorporation and Financial Statements for the two most recently completed fiscal years
- Artists’ contracts/certificate and undertaking (if applicable), back up confirmation to support confirmed or pending financing, and documentation indicating that eligibility requirements have been met
- Signed Related Party Transaction form and Signed Applicant Affidavit
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible Record Labels, Music Publishers, Music Management Companies, and Live Music Promoters and Presenters (including festivals)
- Companies deriving revenue from any combination of these four applicant categories
Eligible expenses
- Business travel and market development activities
- Market event attendance
- Targeted business travel activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- International business travel expenses through the Music Company Development, Music Futures, and Live Music streams
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Applicants must demonstrate clear, measurable business and market development results
- Activities must align with the objectives of the stream
How to apply
- Submit the application electronically through the Ontario Creates Online Application Portal
- First-time applicants are encouraged to contact the OMO at least two weeks ahead of the application deadline to discuss eligibility
- Applicants without an OAP user account should go to the portal and click on Register
- Applicants may work on the application incrementally, saving and editing information until it is ready to be submitted
Processing and Agreement
- Applications must be submitted electronically through the Ontario Creates Online Application Portal
- Decisions will be communicated to applicants approximately 8 weeks after the deadline
Additional information
- Ontario Creates is committed to fostering increased diversity, gender parity, accessibility, and environmental sustainability within the creative industries.
- Ontario Creates reserves the right to alter program guidelines with general public notice to all potential applicants and to refuse any application for any reason.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Music Investment Fund Program
What is the Ontario Music Investment Fund?
The OMIF Music Futures stream supports Ontario-based record labels, music publishers, music management companies, and live music presenters/promoters with growth potential. It funds recording and production, artist roster expansion, live music opportunities in Ontario, business development, and capacity-building activities.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Music Investment Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Music Investment Fund program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Music Investment Fund program, you must:
Ontario-based music management companies
In operation for at least two years
Canadian-owned and incorporated in Ontario or federally
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Music Investment Fund?
Participation in national and international activities that correspond to a strategy for company growth
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Music Investment Fund?
You can contact Ontario Creates by email at omo@ontariocreates.ca or by phone at 416-642-6696.
Where is the Ontario Music Investment Fund available?
The Ontario Music Investment Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Music Investment Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Music Investment Fund is a Grant and Funding