About the Program
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.
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.
Would you like to connect with Creative BC staff, ask questions, and learn more about this program?
Sign up for an online info session below:
Sign up for in-person info sessions in Surrey and Vancouver:
- Tuesday, March 17 – Clayton Community Centre, Surrey, B.C. – 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
- Saturday, March 21 – SoMa Festival, Vancouver, B.C. – 1:45 – 2:30 pm
Past info sessions:
- Wednesday, February 11, 2026 – online (MS Teams) – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
- Friday, February 6, 2026 – in-person (Cait’s Sweet Bites & Beanery, Prince George) – 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
All info sessions are conducted in English, and occur in Pacific Time.
For all inquiries:
Navreet Dhaliwal
Email: ndhaliwal (at) creativebc.com
