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SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations
Supports international cooperation and recognition for Quebec cultural industries
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The SODEXPORT – Component 4: International Relations program provides grant funding to support Quebec cultural enterprises engaging in international cooperation initiatives and activities that enhance the recognition of Quebec’s cultural industries abroad. There is no specified maximum funding amount; eligible activities include projects that foster international collaboration, increase media recognition, and support participation in excellence awards related to export achievements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- International Activities
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- International
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that promote international cooperation in the cultural industries.
- Initiatives that contribute to the international recognition of Quebec cultural enterprises, including heightened media presence abroad.
- Activities aimed at valuing and reinforcing the status of Quebec's cultural industries on the international stage.
- Projects that foster reciprocity and strengthen relationships between Quebec and foreign partners.
- Efforts to recognize export excellence, such as participation in international award programs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies in the audiovisual sector
- Music and variety show companies
- Book and publishing companies
- Enterprises in fine crafts and the art market
- Organizations producing interactive works within these fields
- Individuals in the audiovisual sector
- Non-profit organizations, cooperatives, consortiums formed by Quebec companies, and sectoral business associations in cultural industries
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted through the secure online portal SOD@ccès, with all required documents completed, dated, and signed as specified.
- Only complete and compliant applications will be considered; incomplete submissions are deemed inadmissible and must be resubmitted.
- Applicants should always use the latest official templates provided for required documents.
- All requests must include a brief summary of the project objective by email before submitting a full application.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations. 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 4: International relations?
The SODEXPORT – Component 4: International Relations program provides grant funding to support Quebec cultural enterprises engaging in international cooperation initiatives and activities that enhance the recognition of Quebec’s cultural industries abroad. There is no specified maximum funding amount; eligible activities include projects that foster international collaboration, increase media recognition, and support participation in excellence awards related to export achievements.
Who is eligible for the SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations program?
To be eligible for the SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations program, you must:
For-profit companies operating in audiovisual, music, performing arts, publishing, arts and crafts, or interactive works
Head office must be located in Quebec
Must meet SODEC's Quebec ownership requirements
What expenses are eligible under SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations?
Projects that promote international cooperation in the cultural industries.
Initiatives that contribute to the international recognition of Quebec cultural enterprises, including heightened media presence abroad.
Activities aimed at valuing and reinforcing the status of Quebec's cultural industries on the international stage.
Projects that foster reciprocity and strengthen relationships between Quebec and foreign partners.
Efforts to recognize export excellence, such as participation in international award programs.
Who can I contact for more information about the SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at Musique.Internationale@sodec.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations available?
The SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations?
SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations is funded by Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
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