Ontario Creates — OMIF Music Industry Development
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Eligibility & Details
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Program Description
Established not-for-profit music industry trade associations and music service organizations based in Ontario can receive direct grants of $10,000 to $125,000 per funding cycle for projects that advance the Music Industry Development stream objectives, with a matching financial contribution required.
Eligibility Requirements
- Established not-for-profit music industry trade associations or music service organizations
- Principal place of business must be in Ontario
- Must demonstrate clear, measurable outcomes
- Projects must align with Music Industry Development stream objectives
- Matching financial contribution is required
- First-time applicants must contact the Ontario Music Office at least three weeks before the deadline
Quick Assessment
Funding Details
- Amount
- $10,000–$125,000 per funding cycle; for requests between $10,000–$50,000 the OMIF contribution may not exceed 75% of the approved budget; for requests over $50,000 the contribution may not exceed 50%
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Provincial
- Deadline
- Continuous intake until Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, or until all funds have been allocated
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How to Win
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Insider TipContact the Ontario Music Office at least three weeks before the deadline if this is your first application, and be ready to provide matching funds; expect a response within 8–10 weeks.
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Deadline Notes
Continuous intake until Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, or until all funds have been allocated
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