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SODEC — Support for book and publishing companies – Component 1
QC, Canada
Support for Quebec book and publishing companies
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|maxCount
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateNovember 15, 2024
- grant_single|closingDateMay 23, 2024
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
grant_single|grantors
- Gouvernement du Québec
- Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|closed
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The grant provides a maximum funding amount of $200,000 per year to support Quebec publishers in ensuring the production, marketing, distribution, and promotion of Quebecois books. Eligible activities include investments in the promotion and commercialization of books by Quebecois authors and participation in book fairs.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
This grant provides financial support primarily in the form of subsidies aimed at aiding the promotion and publication activities for Quebec-based book publishers. The funding is structured to incentivize regional participation and promotions of Quebecois authors across multiple platforms.
- The aid is granted as a subsidy designed to support activities in publishing and promotion.
- The total aid amount can reach up to $200,000 per year, comprising various components including promotional aid, additional aid for specialized publishers, and aid for participating in book fairs.
- Promotional aid is calculated based on the eligible expenses in marketing and commercialization, adjusted by the relative weight of eligible book sales to total sales.
- Additional aid of $5,000 is provided to publishers located in remote regions and specialized publishers, with the possibility of cumulative benefits.
- A fixed amount is awarded to publishers participating in book fairs supported by SODEC, which varies by the distance from the participant's head office.
- The subsidies are disbursed at full value upon signing a financial aid agreement, subject to the availability of funds and governmental approvals.
- The funds for book fair participation are paid in one installment after the final event, upon submission and acceptance of a participation report by SODEC.
- SODEC retains the right to modify payment terms and can set grants over a multi-year cycle.
grant_single_labels|projects
Eligible activities for this grant focus on supporting the publishing process and enhancing promotional efforts of book publishers in Quebec. Specific activities aim to increase the presence of authors and their works through comprehensive promotional strategies and participation in literary events.
- Publishing a variety of books by Quebec authors to ensure editorial longevity.
- Investments in promotional and marketing activities to enhance book discoverability.
- Participation in promotional activities and book fairs across Quebec.
- Steps to increase the visibility of Quebec publishers and authors in regional promotional events, including book fairs.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 160,000
Launch a book fair tour across Quebec to showcase emerging Quebecois authors and illustrators.
$ 195,000
Create an interactive online platform to promote Quebecois literature to young audiences in Laval.
$ 180,000
Develop a digital marketing strategy for Quebecois authors to increase book sales in Montreal.
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the profile and activities of publishing companies.
- The company must be a legally constituted Quebec-based company (corporation, non-profit organization, cooperative, partnership) operating in the book industry for at least two years; sole proprietorships are not eligible.
- The company must have achieved a minimum turnover of $50,000, including grants (with at least $30,000 in sales of books in paper and digital formats in the previous fiscal year); specialized publishers or those located in remote regions must have achieved a turnover of $30,000, with at least $18,000 in book sales.
- The company must be a professional publisher primarily involved in book publishing in Quebec, responsible for editorial choices, production, distribution, and commercial exploitation.
- The company must assume financial and commercial risks related to its book publishing activities.
- The company must have a distribution agreement.
- The company must comply with contractual commitments and demonstrate clearly in its financial statements that it pays royalties to authors.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
This grant program is designed to support eligible Quebec-based book publishers and bookstores in their efforts to enhance the production, marketing, distribution, and promotion of Quebecois books throughout the region.
- Book publishers and booksellers that are accredited or eligible for accreditation by the Ministry of Culture and Communications as per the guidelines defined by the Law on the development of Quebec enterprises in the book sector and associated regulations.
- Publishers must have received a technical eligibility notice from the Ministry.
- Publishers must be up to date with royalty payments to authors based on their contracts.
- Publishers need to be legally constituted as a Quebec company (corporation, non-profit organization, cooperative, limited partnership) and active in the book domain for at least two years; sole proprietorships are not eligible.
- Publishers are required to demonstrate certain sales figures from the previous financial year, including a minimum revenue of $50,000, with $30,000 from book sales in paper and digital formats.
- For specialized publishers or those in remote regions, the minimum revenue is reduced to $30,000, with $18,000 from book sales in paper and digital formats.
- Eligible publishers are defined as professional entities whose primary activity in Quebec is book publishing, assuming full financial and commercial risks of their productions, and adhering to best practice standards for discoverability.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
This grant excludes certain companies due to their status or main activity. The restrictions are designed to ensure that assistance is directed to eligible entities within the book and publishing sector.
- Individual enterprises or sole proprietorships, as only legally constituted companies such as corporations, non-profits, cooperatives, and general partnerships are eligible.
- Enterprises not engaged primarily in book publishing, excluding those involved in non-related activities.
- Companies without a legal constitution in Quebec or not active in the field of books for at least two years.
- Entities that have not achieved the minimum required annual revenue from book sales and related subsidies.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
This grant supports activities that enhance the visibility and market presence of Quebecois books and authors. Eligible projects focus on promotional investments and participation in book fairs across various regions.
- Promotion and marketing activities aimed at increasing book sales in Quebec and beyond.
- Development and distribution of promotional materials such as catalogues, bookmarks, or online marketing tools.
- Participation in book fairs and similar promotional events to foster regional and national market presence.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is designed to aid book and publishing companies within specific locations as defined by the funding body. Eligible geographical areas are determined based on specific provincial and regional criteria within Quebec.
- Abitibi-Témiscamingue
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Côte-Nord
- Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
- Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
- Nord-du-Québec
grant_single_labels|criteria
The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are focused on ensuring financial prudence and promoting effective marketing strategies of eligible books.
- Investment in promotion and commercialization: Assessed based on the proportion of book sales to total sales.
- Company performance index: Evaluated using performance in promoting books, effectiveness of promotion investments, and the volume of book sales.
- Financial health index: Analyzed through liquidity, profitability, and debt levels.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Preliminary Registration
- Access SOD@ccès portal for electronic submissions.
- Locate the program number 30-20-01 for "Aide à l’édition et à la promotion."
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Gather necessary financial documents and project details.
- Ensure all required documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Upload all required documentation to SOD@ccès portal.
- Fill out all necessary fields on the online application form.
- Review the application for completeness and accuracy before submission.
- Step 4: Confirmation of Submission
- Receive confirmation of submission from SODEC.
- Keep the confirmation receipt for future reference.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
There is additional information worth knowing for the grant applicant.
- The SODEC reserves the right to form a committee to evaluate the eligibility of certain applicants.
- The applicant consents to SODEC or a chosen auditor examining financial records related to the project.
- The maximum grant amount per year is $200,000.
- Specific deductions apply to eligibility calculations, such as certain types of sales or non-eligible expenses.
- The financial assistance is also contingent on the availability of funds and the approval by the National Assembly.
- A pluriannual determination of aid is possible; typical disbursement might differ based on SODEC's assessment.
- All aid is distributed on completion of a financial aid agreement, except for participation in book fairs, which is post-event.
- Non-compliance with contractual obligations, like royalty payments, can result in disqualification.
