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SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance
Matching support for new concert music commissions
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 3,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides matching support of $1,000 to $3,000 for commissioning new concert/classical music works from SOCAN members. It supports projects with private fundraising and a public performance, and applications are submitted online.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commissioning new concert/classical music works from SOCAN members
- Creating commissioned works for future public performance
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Agreement between the applicant and the SOCAN member(s)
- Clear description of privately raised funding sources
- Details of the planned public performance and recognition of SOCAN Foundation support
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Corporations
- Performers
- Ensembles
- Presenters
Who is not eligible
- SOCAN members being commissioned
- Applicants with a family relationship to the commissioned SOCAN member
- Applicants who employ the commissioned SOCAN member
- Film score projects
Eligible expenses
- Commissioning fees for SOCAN member composers
- Matching funds raised from private sources
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Film score commissions
- Projects without clear private funding sources
- Commissioning funds derived from public funding
- Applications from SOCAN members being commissioned
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted through an online form.
- The applicant’s materials are reviewed after submission.
- Applications missing a clear private funding source are disqualified.
- The application is considered only if the required agreement and project details are included.
Additional information
- Applications must clearly identify the source of privately raised funds.
- The commissioned work must include a public performance and cannot be premiered before January 15 of the following year.
- Only one application may be submitted per deadline.
- SOCAN member recipients can only receive this support once every two calendar years.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance. 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 SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance?
This program provides matching support of $1,000 to $3,000 for commissioning new concert/classical music works from SOCAN members. It supports projects with private fundraising and a public performance, and applications are submitted online.
How much funding can be received?
SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance program?
To be eligible for the SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance program, you must:
Private matching funds required
New concert/classical music commission
No family or employer relationship with the SOCAN member
What expenses are eligible under SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance?
Commissioning new concert/classical music works from SOCAN members
Creating commissioned works for future public performance
Who can I contact for more information about the SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance?
You can contact SOCAN Foundation by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance available?
The SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance program is available across Canada.
Is the SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance is a Grant and Funding