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Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety
Funding for exporting Quebec music and variety content
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
$ 160,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 24, 2026
- Closing date : October 2, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports Quebec music and variety companies in exporting and promoting cultural content outside Quebec. It offers funding for business development, promotion, touring, international relations, and strategic initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 160,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : August 24, 2026
- Closing date : October 2, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Strategic commercial development in foreign markets
- Promotion and marketing campaigns outside Quebec
- Music and variety tours abroad
- International fairs, markets, and collective presence activities
- Strategic international initiatives
Documents Needed
- Application form for the relevant stream
- Applicant company declaration
- Required master file documents
- Signed contracts related to the project
- Detailed project budget or financing template
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec music and variety companies
- For-profit companies and sole proprietorships
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives and consortia formed by Quebec companies
- Sector associations of cultural businesses
Eligible expenses
- International and local travel in economy class
- Accommodation in the targeted territories
- Promotion, press, advertising, and promotional materials
- Consulting, legal, interpretation, and radio tracking fees
- Transport, equipment rental, and other project-related costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Production costs for the works
- Commissions and administrative fees
- Preparation fees for export strategies or projects
- Representation costs
- Sales taxes charged by governments
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Foreign markets outside Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by SODEC staff, with external advice if needed.
- Projects are assessed against program criteria and available funding.
- Applicants are notified after the review process.
- Approval is followed by a funding agreement and payment conditions.
- Final reporting is required before the last payment.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted in French.
- Requests are filed through SOD@ccès, the secure online portal.
- Incomplete applications are deemed inadmissible.
- Final reports are required after funded activities.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety. 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 Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety?
This program supports Quebec music and variety companies in exporting and promoting cultural content outside Quebec. It offers funding for business development, promotion, touring, international relations, and strategic initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $160,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on August 24, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety program?
To be eligible for the Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety program, you must:
Quebec-based music or variety company
Meets Quebec ownership rules
Minimum track record and capacity
What expenses are eligible under Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety?
Strategic commercial development in foreign markets
Promotion and marketing campaigns outside Quebec
Music and variety tours abroad
International fairs, markets, and collective presence activities
Strategic international initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at Musique.Internationale@sodec.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 514 841-2200 ou 1 800-363-0401, option 1.
Where is the Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety available?
The Support for Export and Cultural Outreach – Music and Variety program is available the province of Quebec.