FACTOR: Sponsorship Program

Next Deadline: January 22, 2026 (for events occurring between April 1 and July 31, 2026);

The Sponsorship program allows FACTOR to support music-related projects and events which are not captured in other program mandates. New and genre-specific music festivals, broadcaster conferences, workshops, artist development programs, industry association events, and international showcases are examples of projects that FACTOR has supported.

Extra consideration may be given to projects and events that largely benefit underserved communities, audiences and genres. These may include (for example) Northern, remote and rural communities; Indigenous peoples and Indigenous artists; Black artists and Artists of Colour; artists identifying as LGBTQ2S.

Note: New applicants must submit a one-page letter of intent at least 3 months before the start of the event to determine eligibility. This letter must be emailed to sponsorship@factor.ca

Program Overview:

1. A letter of intent is required in advance of approval to apply
2. Eligible events or projects must benefit multiple Canadian artists or the Canadian music industry at large. Projects featuring only one artist, or one company’s roster, are not eligible.
3. Events or projects should reflect the diversity of Canada’s population.
4. Applicants may only receive funding twice.
5. Funding for this program is provided by Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters.
6. Maximum funding is up to $30,000.
7. Sponsorship funding must:
   • a) Be spent on Canadian goods and services provided in Canada;
   • b) Be paid to the Applicant, not to suppliers directly (including artists’ fees).

Who can Apply:

• Any Canadian person, Canadian owned and controlled company or organization with an appropriate project is eligible to apply.
• An applicant’s principal business purpose is central to the career development of Canadian music artists.

Who is Eligible:

• Other Approved (Sponsorship)

Canadian owned and controlled companies may apply for funding towards events/projects that benefit a number of different copyright holders.