Music Company Development
The Music Company Development program supports the sustainability, growth, and capacity of BC's music companies. In 2020/21, this program will provide one-time operational support for music companies affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in order to protect existing infrastructure and jobs.
Music Company Development Program Budget: $900,000
THIS PROGRAM IS NOW CLOSED.
Stream A of the Music Company Development program supports BC-based companies and organizations that have previously received funding through the Creative BC Music Company Development program through Amplify BC and the former BC Music Fund.Grants of $500-$25,000 will be disbursed based on a percentage of annual revenues to support operational expenses.
Creative BC sent eligible applicants an application form on July 17, 2020. Applicants must have submitted their application no later than August 3, 2020 at 11:59PM PST.Applicants will be notified of the results of their application within 10 business days of the deadline.
Please read the program guidelines for Stream A:Music Company Development Guidelines, Stream A - Previous Recipients
THIS PROGRAM IS NOW CLOSED. Stream B of the Music Company Development program accepts applications from BC-based music companies. Grants of $500-$50,000 will be disbursed to support operational expenses, based on need, urgency and impact.
Applications for Stream B opened on July 29, 2020. The deadline for applications was August 26, 2020 at 11:59PM PST.The review period for complete applications is approximately 4 weeks after the program deadline date.
Please read the guidelines for Stream B:Music Company Development Guidelines, Stream B - Open Intake
Applications were evaluated competitively and comparatively by Creative BC staff, based on the applications submitted and funding available. Applications were scored according to the scoring sheet below:
Music Company Development Program Scoring Sheet, Stream B - Open IntakeJoin Creative BC staff to learn about the Music Company Development program and how to apply. Register for your online info session today:
2020/21 FINAL REPORT INFORMATION FOR FUNDING RECIPIENTS
The deadline for the completion of 2020/21 Music Company Development program final reports is October 1, 2021.
Recipients will be unable to access further funding through Amplify BC until the final report has been completed.
2020/21 Music Company Development Final Report (online form)
AMPLIFY BC 19/20 PROGRAM CHANGES DUE TO COVID-19
The deadline for Amplify BC 19/20 projects has been extended to December 15, 2020. Final reports will still be accepted on an ongoing basis. Please contact Creative BC staff if you need to request an extension.
Creative BC has provided additional flexibility to Amplify 19/20 recipients due to COVID-19. Please review Creative BC's Grants and Cancellation Policy and the FAQ's for Amplify BC Grant Recipients to learn how your project will be impacted.
1920 FINAL REPORT INFORMATION FOR FUNDING RECIPIENTS
Music Company Development Final Report (online form)
- If you have any additional questions, please contact:
Kaitlyn Reining | Program Analyst, Music
Phone: +1 604 730 2254
Email: kreining@creativebc.com
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