Business Foundations

Amplify BC

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 Closed

Program opens: January 29, 2025

Application deadline: March 12, 2025

Updated application materials will be available on the launch date. 

An evaluation panel of industry professionals representing the groups this program is intended to serve will be established by Creative BC to determine successful projects based on business viability, impact and additional criteria as outlined in the program guidelines below.

Business Foundations Scoring Sheet 2023/24

Would you like to connect one-on-one with Creative BC staff, ask questions, and learn more about this program?

Sign up for an info session below:

All info sessions will be conducted in English, and occur in Pacific Time. Info sessions are offered at no cost.

Review the info session slide deck.

Searchable industry resources – vendors, grant writers, collaborators, and creative partners that can suppport your proposed project – all hosted on Creative BC’s Knowledge Hub:

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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Guidelines
Business Foundations Guidelines 2023/24

Review these guidelines before beginning your Business Foundations application.

Application Materials
Business Foundations Budget Template and Client List 2023/24
Complete your Business Foundations project budget using this template. *Required.
Business Foundations Sample Application Form 2023/24
Reference the application questions, save your work, and collaborate with others using this editable form.
Profit + Loss Statement Template
Use this template of a Profit & Loss statement to provide a snapshot of your company’s finances.
Resources
Business Foundations Tip Sheet + FAQ 2023/24
View frequently-asked questions about this program.
Business Foundations Scoring Sheet 2023/24
Review the Business Foundations scoring criteria here.
Business Model Canvas
Use this tool to set a visual representation of your business model.
SMART Goals
Use this tool to set your business goals and provide clarity and structure to your objectives.
SWOT Analysis
Use this tool to identify your business’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats by assessing internal and external factors affecting your venture.
Business Foundations Info Session Slides 2023/24
Review the slide deck presentation from the info sessions associated with this program.
Final Report Information for Recipients

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)