Vancouver, B.C. (March 27, 2026) – Today, Creative BC announces 15 Amplify BC grants through the Record in BC program (the Program), totalling $311,957 distributed to out-of-province and international recipients to create music in British Columbia.
The Program attracts established artists to B.C. to record, increase music tourism, and create jobs for local recording professionals. Record in BC offers grants of $10,000-$30,000, covering up to 50% of B.C.-based expenses, including travel to and within the province. The Program aims to grow and sustain B.C.’s recording industry by boosting local earning potential, attracting national and international artists and businesses.
Supported artists must demonstrate financial viability, create B.C. jobs, support local music companies, and help raise the profile of B.C. studios and recording professionals. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, singles, EPs, and LPs in the form of original music, or interpretations of existing music. The Program does not support songwriting, commissions, or the creation of new works prior to recording. All recordings supported through this program must be intended for commercial release.
The Record in BC program is part of the Province of British Columbia’s investment into B.C.’s music and sound recording industry via Amplify BC. These provincial funds are part of B.C.’s $42M historical investment which includes supporting the music industry’s infrastructure and assisting the recovery and growth of B.C.’s music industry through 2027.
Applications were scored according to the priorities of the program, including economic impact, track record of artist, budget, label and team, investment in B.C. talent, innovation, and support for equity-deserving groups who experience systemic barriers to industry participation.
The following 15 recording artists will receive funding for eligible activities:
| Recording Artist | Company | Artist City | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Alysha Brilla | Sunny Jam Records Inc. | Kitchener, Ontario | $20,375 |
| 2. Brendan McLeod | Brendan McLeod | Toronto, Ontario | $19,177 |
| 3. Coco Love Alcorn | Coco Love Alcorn | Owen Sound, Ontario | $30,000 |
| 4. Dallas Frasca | Spank Betty Records | Melbourne, Australia | $30,000 |
| 5. Declan O’Donovan | O’Donovan Music Productions | Whitehorse, Yukon | $15,815 |
| 6. Honeymoon Suite | Powertrain Records | Toronto, Ontario | $18,850 |
| 7. Kat Cunning | KAT DADDY LLC | Los Angeles, California | $20,000 |
| 8. Kellie Loder | Kellie Loder | St. John’s, Newfoundland | $24,200 |
| 9. Ralph Moore | Cellar Music Group | Van Nuys, California | $14,340 |
| 10. Rosier | Productions Rosier Inc | Montreal, Quebec | $12,200 |
| 11. Sarah Hagen | Sarah Hagen | Bonshaw, Prince Edward Island | $11,780 |
| 12. Shawn Hook | Kreative Soul Entertainment America INC | Los Angeles, California | $22,900 |
| 13. Steven Taetz | Steven Taetz | Toronto, Ontario | $20,000 |
| 14. The Hello Darlins | Music Mind Universe Inc | Sylvan Lake, Alberta | $24,820 |
| 15. The Lee Boys | Tonic Records | Miami, Florida | $27,500 |
View a list of the recipients by program online here.
To learn more about the Record in BC program, visit Creative BC’s website: www.creativebc.com/funding-programs/record-in-bc
Quotes:
Honourable Anne Kang, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport
“B.C. is home to some of the best studios, producers, companies and music professionals in the world, and we’re proud to support this work through Amplify BC. By incentivizing international artists to record in B.C., we’re creating jobs, strengthening local businesses, and building a thriving music industry rooted right here at home. This program isn’t just about great music — it’s about growing local talent, leveraging infrastructure and showcasing B.C. to the world.”
Prem Gill, CEO, Creative BC
“We’re proud to welcome 15 out-of-province and international artists through this intake of the Record in BC program. Their work brings business to B.C. studios, creates employment for local recording professionals. Thanks to the Province of British Columbia’s continued investment through Amplify BC, we are expanding the economic impact of the province’s music industry and raising the profile of B.C. talent, facilities, and creative expertise on the global stage.”
Dallas Frasca, Program Recipient
“I’m incredibly honoured to be a recipient of the Record in BC grant. Canada has long been home to artists whose depth and sonic integrity I deeply admire, and immersing myself in B.C.’s creative community will bring a new dimension to the music, shaped by the textures, musicianship and perspectives of the local artists I’ll be working alongside. As an independent Australian artist, this opportunity allows me not only to elevate the production and deepen my craft, but to expand my work through meaningful international collaboration. This support makes it possible to build something dynamic and shared, a fusion of creative influences that strengthens ties between B.C. and Australia while creating music designed to resonate across audiences worldwide.”
Media Contact
Creative BC
Lisa Escudero
media@creativebc.com
+1 604-730-2235
Featured image: Dallas Frasca, credit Michelle G Hunder.
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About Creative BC
Creative BC is an independent society created and supported by the Province to sustain and help grow British Columbia’s creative industries: motion picture, interactive and digital media, music and sound recording, and magazine and book publishing. The organization delivers a wide range of programs and services with a mandate to expand B.C.’s creative economy. These activities include: administration of the provincial government’s motion picture tax credit programs; delivery of program funding and export marketing support for the sector; and provincial film commission services. Combined, these activities serve to attract inward investment and market B.C. as a partner and destination of choice for domestic and international content creation. The agency acts as an industry catalyst and ambassador to help B.C.’s creative sector reach its economic, social, environmental, and creative potential both at home and globally. Website: www.creativebc.com