About the Program
The Live Music program supports B.C.-based live music events, creating engagement opportunities for audiences and artists.
Looking for additional funding opportunities available to the live music sector in B.C.?
Learn more about past Live Music funding recipients:
Applications to both streams of the Live Music 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.
Would you like to connect with Creative BC staff, ask questions, and learn more about this program?
Past info sessions:
- Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, PT, online
Sign up for an info session below:
- Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, PT, online
- Thursday, September 18, 2025, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm, PT, online
- Friday, September 26, 2025, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, PT, online
All info sessions will be conducted in English, and in Pacific Time.
If you have questions, or need assistance, please contact:
Navreet Dhaliwal | Coordinator, Music Programs
Email: ndhaliwal (at) creativebc.com
Live Music: Presentation Stream
The final report deadline for 2024/25 Live Music projects is December 31, 2025. Contact staff with any project changes prior to submitting your final report.
PDFPresentation Sample Application Form 2025/26WordPresentation Prior Year Artist Roster Template 2025/26ExcelPresentation Scoring Sheet 2025/26PDFPresentation Tip Sheet + FAQ 2025/26PDFLive Music: Business Development Stream
The final report deadline for 2024/25 Live Music projects is December 31, 2025.
Contact staff with any project changes prior to submitting your final report.
PDFBusiness Development Sample Application Form 2025/26WordBusiness Development Budget and Schedule of Activities Template 2025/26ExcelBusiness Development Scoring Sheet 2025/26PDFBusiness Development Tip Sheet + FAQ 2025/26PDF
