Creative BC has launched the Live Music Program, offering grants to support live music events across British Columbia (B.C.), Canada. This initiative is aimed at promoting B.C.'s live music sector by fostering innovation, sustainability, and growth. The program encourages greater economic activity and job creation for B.C. musicians, companies, and professionals in the live music industry.
Program Priorities
- Enhancing the capacity, sustainability, and innovation of B.C.'s live music industry.
- Boosting economic activity and creating job opportunities for B.C. musicians and professionals.
- Supporting music tourism and expanding performance opportunities for artists and audiences.
- Increasing participation from systemically excluded groups facing barriers in the live music industry.
Program Streams
1. Live Music: Presentation
This stream offers funding for live music events in B.C., including:
- Music festivals
- Concert series
- Year-round programming
- One-off live music events
2. Live Music: Business Development
This stream provides support for business development activities, such as:
- Capital infrastructure improvements
- Audience development and market research
- Improvements to business processes and policies
- Staff training and development
- Creating sustainable, eco-friendly events and venues
Funding Information
The total budget for the Live Music Program is $1.8 million, with grant amounts ranging from $2,000 to $50,000 for up to 50% of the applicant's cash expenditures. Each applicant can receive a maximum of $50,000 across both streams.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this program, applicants must be:
- A B.C.-based company, not-for-profit, or registered business with core activities in live music presentation.
- Committed to presenting live music within their local community, particularly in regions outside Metro Vancouver or Victoria.
- Engaged in programming, producing, and promoting live music performances in B.C.
Important Notes for Applicants
Previous recipients of the Creative BC Live Music Program must submit final reports for prior funding by December 31, 2024, to be eligible for the upcoming round. Additionally, all applicants must be in good standing with Creative BC, meaning they must not have any outstanding amounts or defaulted prior grants.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications to the Creative BC Live Music Program is October 2, 2024.
Conclusion
This is a great opportunity for B.C.-based live music presenters to secure funding for their events, develop their business capacity, and contribute to the growth of the province's live music ecosystem. For more details and to apply, visit the Creative BC Live Music Program webpage.
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