Career Development
About the Program
The Career Development program supports the economic growth and career development of emerging and established B.C. artists in the areas of sound recording, marketing, and music videos.
The Career Development program closed at 4:00 pm, PT, on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Additional submissions, or unsolicited updates to submissions, can no longer be accepted.
Results will be communicated via email to all applicants in January 2027.
Applications for emerging and established B.C. artists 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 for a free public information session on the 2026/27 Career Development program. This online session is an opportunity to learn more about the program, connect with our team, and get answers to your questions before applying.
- Wednesday, August 19 | 2 PM – 3 PM PDT | Register here
- Wednesday, September 2 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM PDT | Register here
Info Session Slides:
Additional funding resources and opportunities:
- Grant Resources for B.C.-Based Artists *This list was last updated on July 29, 2026.
Free, on-demand mentorship and support with representation, promotion, marketing, grants, production, and other elements of a successful music career, offered by industry professionals.
Searchable industry resources – vendors, grant writers, collaborators, and creative partners that can support your proposed project – all hosted on Creative BC’s Knowledge Hub:
Learn more about past Career Development recipients:
Joseph Bardsley
Email: jbardsley (at) creativebc.com
Leslie Ken Chu
Email: lchu (at) creativebc.com
Application Materials
Resources
Final Report
Career Development 2025/26 final report materials can be found below. Contact staff with any project changes prior to submitting your final report.
