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Deadline: April 29, 2026
Program Summary:
The Music Company program is one of the Amplify BC programs funded by the Province of B.C. to support the growth, competitiveness, and sustainability of B.C.’s music industry.
This program supports the sustainability, growth, and capacity of B.C.’s music companies, through investing in business development activities.
Music Company Budget: $600,000
Aims + Objectives
- Grow capacity and sustainability within B.C.’s music companies
- Revitalize economic activity and jobs for B.C.’s music companies and industry professionals
- Support projects that explore innovative business models and practices
- Support a broad range of music companies, prioritizing systemically excluded groups who experience barriers to participation
Applicant Eligibility:
Applicants must be:
- Companies with primary business activities in the music industry, such as record labels, music publishers, artist managers, booking agencies, recording studios, etc.; or
- Companies from a related sector, proposing a multimedia, cross-sector, or technology project that has direct implications for B.C.’s music industry.
Applicants must be structured as either:
- A B.C.-based corporation, registered business, or sole proprietorship with a valid GST number, that files B.C. tax returns;
- A Canadian company with operations in B.C. that files B.C. tax returns; or
- A B.C. or Canadian not-for-profit organization with headquarters in B.C.
Other eligibility information:
- New companies: This program will fund start-ups, in addition to existing companies. New companies and individuals acting as sole proprietors can apply, but will be required to register their business upon successfully receiving a grant.
- Non-music companies: A limited number of applications may be approved for non-music companies proposing music-related projects that benefit B.C.’s music industry. Letters of support are required to show music industry support for the project. Please consult with Creative BC to discuss your project before applying to confirm your eligibility.
Creative BC encourages applications from the following systemically excluded groups: Indigenous Peoples (First Nations [Status/Non-Status], Métis, and Inuit), Black, People of Colour, people living with one or more disability, the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and other groups who experience systemic barriers to participation.
Project Eligibility:
This program funds business development activities that support the sustainability and growth of companies active in B.C.’s music industry. This program is intended to support new or expanded activity, not ongoing operational expenses. Projects can build on existing business strategies with clear business outcomes. Applicants must demonstrate how a one-time investment in this project or activity will increase their capacity and business viability.
The types of projects eligible for funding include, but are not limited to:
- New jobs and staff growth
- Improvements to business processes, policies, and procedures
- Expanded marketing initiatives
- Development of knowledge and skills
- Capital infrastructure improvements
- Researching, developing, and testing new technology, products, or revenue streams
- Sustainability initiatives and environmentally friendly business practices
- Establishment of new business operations or satellite offices in B.C.