The Business Foundations program invests in growing businesses owned by people from systemically excluded groups in B.C.’s music ecosystem, to expand and develop networks, capacity, and infrastructure.
Businesses can apply for grants up to $10,000 to support business operations, funding up to 100% of expenses.
Program opens: January 29, 2025
Application deadline: March 12, 2025
Updated application materials will be available on the launch date.
Sign up for an info session below:
- December 20, 2023, 12 pm – 1 pm, online (MS Teams)
- December 22, 2023, 3 pm – 4 pm, online (MS Teams)
- January 5, 2024, 12 pm – 1 pm, online (MS Teams)
- January 18, 2024, 2 pm – 3 pm, online (MS Teams)
- January 29, 2024, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, Creative BC offices (in-person)
- February 7, 2024, 3 pm – 4 pm, online (MS Teams)
All info sessions will be conducted in English, and occur in Pacific Time. Info sessions are offered at no cost.
Please contact Creative BC staff with any questions about these resources.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact:
Navreet Dhaliwal | Coordinator, Music Programs
Tel: +1 236-455-0945
Email: ndhaliwal@creativebc.com
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Business Foundations Guidelines 2023/24
Review these guidelines before beginning your Business Foundations application.
Business Foundations Budget Template and Client List 2023/24
Business Foundations Sample Application Form 2023/24
Profit + Loss Statement Template
Business Foundations Tip Sheet + FAQ 2023/24
Business Foundations Scoring Sheet 2023/24
Business Model Canvas
SMART Goals
SWOT Analysis
Business Foundations Info Session Slides 2023/24
The deadline for 2023/24 Business Foundations final reports is March 1, 2025.
Contact staff with any project changes prior to submitting your final report.
Business Foundations Final Report (online form)
Business Foundations Cost Report (Excel download)
Business Foundations Client List (Excel download)
Logo Use Approval Form (online form)