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SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives - Quebec - Canada
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SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives

Supports strategic international cultural projects
Offered by
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
Latest source update
Last Update: April 4, 2026
Latest change: Major update to the SODEXPORT export assistance program for music and variety, with new eligibility rules, submission deadlines, and downloadable application templates.
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SODEXPORT music and variety export program updated
The SODEXPORT export assistance and cultural outreach program for music and variety has been significantly updated with comprehensive new content. A new general eligibility section defines qualifying enterprises (for-profit companies, non-profits, cooperatives, and sector associations), Quebec ownership requirements, and headquarters criteria. Specific submission deadlines have been added: Volet 1 closes on October 2, 2026, while Volets 2 through 5 operate on rolling deadlines with minimum advance notice requirements ranging from 14 days to 8 weeks. The application process has been enhanced with detailed SOD@ccès portal instructions and downloadable templates for all five volets, including declaration forms, Excel application forms, and a master shareholder/administrator identification file. An FAQ section addresses common questions about eligibility, processing times, and eligible expenses. Contact is now available at Musique.Internationale@sodec.gouv.qc.ca.
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply

Quebec cultural enterprises in audiovisual

See full eligibility

Overview

The SODEXPORT – Component 5: Strategic Initiatives program supports major international development projects for Quebec cultural enterprises. It provides up to $100,000 or 50% of eligible costs for activities such as promotion, marketing, travel, accommodation, interpretation, and other project-related expenses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Conduct research and development activities
  • Access new markets
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Sole proprietorship
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • Non-financial cooperative
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • International Activities
Target groups
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Provincial
  • International

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Large-scale strategic initiatives for companies or the industry.
  • Projects with a unique and exceptional character.
  • Actions aimed at significant international development.
  • Projects that strengthen a company's ability to carry out strategic international activities.

Documents Needed

  • Project description
  • Detailed project budget
  • Financial statements for the last two completed fiscal years
  • Signed applicant declaration
  • Signed application form

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Quebec cultural enterprises in audiovisual
  • Quebec cultural enterprises in music and variety shows
  • Quebec cultural enterprises in book and publishing
  • Quebec cultural enterprises in crafts and visual arts market
  • Quebec cultural enterprises in interactive works

Who is not eligible

  • Businesses outside the cultural sectors supported by SODEC.
  • Companies whose head office is not in Quebec.
  • Applicants that do not meet SODEC's Quebec ownership requirements.
  • Projects that are eligible under another SODEXPORT component.

Eligible expenses

  • Direct salaries and professional fees linked to the project.
  • Promotion, press, and advertising expenses.
  • International and local transportation in economy class.
  • Accommodation in the targeted territories.
  • Interpreter fees and other necessary project costs.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Selection criteria

  • Relevance to company or industry development.
  • Capacity to carry out the project, including export experience.
  • Expected international development impact.
  • Project specificity, innovation, or exceptional character.
  • Realism of costs and expected benefits.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare the application
    • Review the program requirements and gather the required documents.
    • Complete the project description, budget, and supporting forms.
    • Prepare the financial statements and signed declaration.
  • Step 2: Submit through SOD@ccès
    • Create or access your SOD@ccès user profile.
    • Select program number 40-53-05 for Component 5.
    • Upload all required documents and submit the application.
  • Step 3: Await review and decision
    • SODEC reviews the application and may request more information.
    • Submit the final report after project completion.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by SODEC professionals, with external advice if needed.
  • Projects are assessed against program criteria and funding availability.
  • Applicants must submit a final report after the activities end.
  • The final payment is conditional on report submission and acceptance.

Additional information

  • Applications must be submitted through the secure SOD@ccès portal.
  • Required documents must be complete, current, dated, and signed when required.
  • Incomplete applications will be deemed inadmissible.
  • A final report is required after project completion.

Contacts

Musique.Internationale@sodec.gouv.qc.ca
5148412200

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Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives Program

What is the SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives?

The SODEXPORT – Component 5: Strategic Initiatives program supports major international development projects for Quebec cultural enterprises. It provides up to $100,000 or 50% of eligible costs for activities such as promotion, marketing, travel, accommodation, interpretation, and other project-related expenses.

How much funding can be received?

SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives program?

To be eligible for the SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives program, you must: Quebec-based cultural company Sufficient management and financial capacity Project must be unique and strategic

What expenses are eligible under SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives?

Large-scale strategic initiatives for companies or the industry. Projects with a unique and exceptional character. Actions aimed at significant international development. Projects that strengthen a company's ability to carry out strategic international activities.

Who can I contact for more information about the SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives?

You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at Musique.Internationale@sodec.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 5148412200.

Where is the SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives available?

The SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives a grant, loan, or tax credit?

SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives is a Grant and Funding