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Peter Mendell Prize
Support for young classical string performers
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The Peter Mendell Award page now says registrations are closed for this year, and the visible May 15, 2026, 5 p.m. (EST) application instruction and form link are no longer shown.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The Peter Mendell Award page now says registrations are closed for this year, and the visible May 15, 2026, 5 p.m. (EST) application instruction and form link are no longer shown.
Peter Mendell Award: applications closed and deadline removed
The Peter Mendell Award page now states that registrations are closed for this year, and the previously visible application instruction for May 15, 2026, 5 p.m. (EST) is no longer shown. The application form link was also removed from the visible page, while the eligibility criteria link remains available and now points to a different PDF path. A new About Peter Mendell section was added, changing the page’s informational structure without showing a new prize amount or audience rule. The supporting eligibility PDF also appears to have been reformatted, but the underlying criteria text shown in the excerpt does not appear to have changed.
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 5,000
Deadline
May 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Students registered in a full-time performance program at a Canadian university (1st, 2nd, or 3rd cycle).
See full eligibility
Overview
The Peter Mendell Award recognizes young string players aged 25 and under who are enrolled in a Canadian university or music conservatory. It supports excellence in violin, viola, cello, and double bass performance through a public final concert and a $5,000 scholarship for the winner.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Performance at a public final concert.
Documents Needed
- A letter of reference from the applicant's instrument teacher at the establishment where he or she is enrolled as a full-time student, including the contact details (phone and email) of the signatory, sent to fondation@jmcanada.ca.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students registered in a full-time performance program at a Canadian university (1st, 2nd, or 3rd cycle).
- Students registered in a full-time performance program at a music conservatory in Canada.
- Young string players aged 25 and under who play violin, viola, cello, or double bass.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants over 25 years old.
- Students not enrolled full-time in a classical performance program.
- Applicants outside violin, viola, cello, or double bass.
Eligible expenses
- Scholarship support for the winner.
- Travel expenses for selected finalists living outside Greater Montreal.
- Two nights of accommodation for selected finalists.
- Per diem for meals and daily expenses for selected finalists.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Compliance with registration requirements.
- Artistic excellence.
- Attentive listening by the jury.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the online application form
- Use the authorized online form.
- Read the eligibility criteria carefully before applying.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting materials
- Gather the required personal, academic, and artistic documents.
- Prepare the repertoire list and video recordings.
- Step 3: Submit the application online
- Upload all required documents through the online form.
- Submit before the deadline of May 15, 2026 at 5 p.m. EST.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for registration requirements.
- Accepted applications are assessed by a jury based on artistic excellence.
- Three finalists are invited to perform publicly.
- The same repertoire submitted with the application must be performed at the final.
Additional information
- Three finalists are invited to perform in a public final round.
- The winner receives a scholarship, and the other finalists receive smaller prizes.
- Finalists must perform the same repertoire submitted with the application.
- Finalists must provide sheet music to the jury for the final round.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Peter Mendell Prize Program
What is the Peter Mendell Prize?
The Peter Mendell Award recognizes young string players aged 25 and under who are enrolled in a Canadian university or music conservatory. It supports excellence in violin, viola, cello, and double bass performance through a public final concert and a $5,000 scholarship for the winner.
How much funding can be received?
Peter Mendell Prize Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Peter Mendell Prize program?
To be eligible for the Peter Mendell Prize program, you must:
Students aged 25 and under
Registered in a full-time performance program
Enrolled in a Canadian university or music conservatory and play violin, viola, cello, or double bass
Who can I contact for more information about the Peter Mendell Prize?
You can contact Jeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation (FJMC) by email at fondation@jmcanada.ca or by phone at 438-868-0853.
Where is the Peter Mendell Prize available?
The Peter Mendell Prize program is available across Canada.
Is the Peter Mendell Prize a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Peter Mendell Prize is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Peter Mendell Prize?
Peter Mendell Prize is funded by Jeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation (FJMC)