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SODEXPORT — Component 2.1
Supports Quebec music businesses expanding and promoting internationally
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The SODEXPORT – Component 2.1: Support for Business Opportunities and Promotion Abroad provides funding for Quebec music and variety companies carrying out targeted export and promotion projects outside Quebec. Eligible activities include business opportunities, promotional campaigns, showcases, and related international commercial initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Specific business opportunities outside Quebec.
- Promotional campaigns for Quebec works or artists in target foreign markets.
- Business development meetings abroad.
- Artist showcases at major events outside Quebec.
- International co-writing activities led by music publishers.
Documents Needed
- Justification text
- Detailed project budget
- Required contract with artists
- Final report
- Signed application form and declaration form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec music and variety companies
- Quebec cultural enterprises in music and variety
- Music publishers
Who is not eligible
- Tour projects
- Applicants not operating in music and variety
- Applicants that do not meet the Quebec-based company requirements
Eligible expenses
- Promotional, press, and advertising costs.
- Promotion material production and radio tracking.
- Consulting, legal, and interpreter fees.
- Accreditation and space rental costs when no collective presence is involved.
- International and local economy travel, including accommodation for business opportunities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Production costs for the works.
- Salaries, commissions, and administration fees.
- Fees related to preparing the export project.
- Representation expenses.
- Sales taxes charged by national or foreign governments.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Markets and territories outside Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by SODEC professionals, with external advice used when needed.
- Applications are assessed against program criteria and SODEC financial availability.
- Approved projects require a funding agreement before payment.
- The final payment is conditional on submission and acceptance of the final report.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted through SOD@ccès with all required documents complete, current, dated, and signed.
- Only complete and compliant applications are reviewed.
- A final report is required after the project ends.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEXPORT — Component 2.1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SODEXPORT — Component 2.1. 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 SODEXPORT — Component 2.1?
The SODEXPORT – Component 2.1: Support for Business Opportunities and Promotion Abroad provides funding for Quebec music and variety companies carrying out targeted export and promotion projects outside Quebec. Eligible activities include business opportunities, promotional campaigns, showcases, and related international commercial initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
SODEXPORT — Component 2.1 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the SODEXPORT — Component 2.1 program?
To be eligible for the SODEXPORT — Component 2.1 program, you must:
Quebec music or variety company
Active for at least two years
At least one Quebec artist under contract
What expenses are eligible under SODEXPORT — Component 2.1?
Specific business opportunities outside Quebec.
Promotional campaigns for Quebec works or artists in target foreign markets.
Business development meetings abroad.
Artist showcases at major events outside Quebec.
International co-writing activities led by music publishers.
Who can I contact for more information about the SODEXPORT — Component 2.1?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at Musique.Internationale@sodec.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the SODEXPORT — Component 2.1 available?
The SODEXPORT — Component 2.1 program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the SODEXPORT — Component 2.1 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SODEXPORT — Component 2.1 is a Grant and Funding