About the Program
The Music Company program supports the sustainability, growth, and capacity of B.C.’s music companies through investing in business development activities.
This program will re-launch for applications on March 18, 2026. The deadline will be April 29, 2026.
Updated program materials will become available on launch day.
Contact staff with any questions.
Applications to the Music Company program are evaluated by Creative BC staff and a panel of industry professionals, representing a variety of genres, industry backgrounds, regions, and demographics.
Applications are scored according to the priorities of the program, the economic impact of the project, and the applicant’s demonstrated capacity to deliver the project.
Join Creative BC staff and learn about this program. Get all the details about eligibility, examples of past successful projects, and the application process. We look forward to answering all of your questions!
Creative BC staff are available to answer questions and provide support for applicants at the below info sessions:
- March 28, 2025, 11:00am-12:00pm, online
- April 7, 2025, 3:30-4:30pm, online
- April 15, 2025, 10:30-11:30am, online
- April 23, 2025, 2:00-3:00pm, online
- *New Date Added: May 9, 2025, 12:00-1:00pm, online
Info sessions will be conducted in English, and occur in Pacific Daylight Time.
Learn more about past Music Company recipients:
- Browse the list of 2021/22 Music Company recipients
- Browse the list of 2022/23 Music Company recipients
- Read creative profiles on past Music Company recipients
Searchable industry resources – vendors, grant writers, marketers, and other business and creative partners that can support your proposed project – all hosted on Creative BC’s Knowledge Hub:
and more!
Free, on-demand mentorship and support with business development, networking, marketing, and other elements of a successful Music Company project:
- JUMPSTART Foundations (offered by Music BC)
Please contact Creative BC staff with any questions about these resources.
If you have questions, or need assistance, please contact:
Nicole Maine | Analyst, Music Programs
Email: nmaine@creativebc.com
Application Materials
Resources
Review the Music Company scoring criteria here.
PDFMusic Company Tip Sheet + FAQ 2025/26Check out some of the frequently-asked questions about this program.
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