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Promoter Program
Support for concert promotion by Canadian-owned music companies
Last Update: May 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This pilot program supports concert promotion for Canadian-owned live music companies presenting concerts by Canadian artists. It helps share investment risk and gives added consideration to applications featuring new Canadian artists, Indigenous artists, and other priority groups.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Reach a new target audience
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Language Minorities
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Promotion of concerts by Canadian artists.
- Marketing activities to attract audiences to live music shows.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian-owned live music companies.
Eligible expenses
- Concert promotion activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Promoter Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Promoter Program. 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.
What is the Promoter Program?
This pilot program supports concert promotion for Canadian-owned live music companies presenting concerts by Canadian artists. It helps share investment risk and gives added consideration to applications featuring new Canadian artists, Indigenous artists, and other priority groups.
Who is eligible for the Promoter Program program?
To be eligible for the Promoter Program program, you must:
Canadian-owned live music company.
Presents Canadian artist concerts.
Proven concert promotion experience.
What expenses are eligible under Promoter Program?
Promotion of concerts by Canadian artists.
Marketing activities to attract audiences to live music shows.
Who can I contact for more information about the Promoter Program?
You can contact Kingston Arts Council (KAC) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Promoter Program available?
The Promoter Program program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Promoter Program?
Promoter Program is funded by Kingston Arts Council (KAC)