Global Market Development for Music Managers

📋 Eligible Entities - Music managers operating as independent practitioners or small businesses - Canadian-based music management companies - Self-employed music managers with active client rosters - Businesses with primary focus on artist/talent management in the music industry - Applicants must demonstrate active involvement in managing Canadian music talent ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Amount: Up to $10,000 per applicant - Cost Coverage: Covers up to 50% of eligible expenses - Matching Requirement: Applicant must fund minimum 50% of eligible costs - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (gift funding) - Budget Implication: Minimum eligible project cost of $20,000 required to access full $10,000 grant ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - National music industry event attendance (registration, booth fees) - International music industry event attendance (registration, booth fees) - Market development activities and market research related to events - Travel costs to attend qualifying events (airfare, accommodation) - Marketing materials created specifically for event participation - Registration fees for music industry conferences and showcases - Networking activities directly connected to market development strategy ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Applicant must submit documented market development strategy before funding approval - Events must align with stated business growth and market expansion objectives - Receipts and proof of attendance/participation required for reimbursement - Grant funds must be used within specified program timeline - Applicants must provide evidence of Canadian music industry involvement - All eligible expenses must be incurred after grant approval is received - Post-event reporting may be required demonstrating outcomes and market development results - Funds cannot be used for general business operating expenses unrelated to market development