The Music Industry Initiatives program supports initiatives that grow and develop British Columbia’s music ecosystem.
Successful projects will build the capacity of B.C.’s music industry through training, knowledge transfer, and the creation of new business opportunities. Canadian companies, not-for-profit organizations, individuals, and collectives are able to apply.
Open for Applications
Apply now! Submissions will be accepted until March 1, 2025, or until all funds have been allocated.
As of late September 2024, the budget for this program has been nearly fully committed.
If you have an idea for an industry project, we encourage you to submit an application soon, before funds run out.
Guidelines and program materials can be found below. Please contact Creative BC staff with any questions.
Applicants will first submit a short project summary. Projects that meet the goals of this funding program will then be invited to submit a full application, and provided with the link to the full application’s online form, along with supporting documents to complete their submission. Creative BC staff will respond to all project summary submissions within three weeks of receipt.
Prior to completing this full submission, applicants may also be provided with feedback related to gaps, questions, and concerns to address in their application.
Full applications will be scored by Creative BC staff according to the priorities of the program, and the applicant’s demonstrated capacity to deliver the project. Evaluation is competitive and comparative, based on the applications submitted and funding available. Results will be communicated 4 – 6 weeks after full applications are submitted.
As you prepare your project summary or full application, please refer to the scoring sheet below to view the weighting of the categories.
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 were conducted in English, and occured in Pacific Time. Info sessions are always offered at no cost.
Looking for a copy of the slide deck from the info sessions? You can download it here.
If you have questions, or need assistance, please contact:
Joseph Bardsley | Analyst, Music Programs
Phone: 236-455-6232
Email: jbardsley@creativebc.com
Calendly
Learn more about the 2022/23 Music Industry Initiatives grant recipients here.
Guidelines
Application Form
Submit your Project Summary
Creative BC staff will respond to all submissions within three weeks.
Resources
Music Industry Initiatives Project Summary Template 2024/25
Use this template to prepare your short project summary.
Music Industry Initiatives Scoring Sheet 2024/25
Review the Music Industry Initiatives scoring criteria here.
Final Report Information for Recipients
The deadlines for Music Industry Initiatives final reports can be found in your individual funding agreement.
Contact staff with any project changes prior to submitting your final report.
Music Industry Initiatives Guidelines 2023/24
Music Industry Initiatives Final Report (online form)
Music Industry Initiatives Cost Report (Excel download)
Logo Use Approval Form (online form)