Artist Development
Fosters and supports Newfoundland and Labrador musical culture through the funding of diverse artists and genres in singles, EP’s, full-length sound recordings, marketing and promotion materials.
Fall intake: Closed
Important note: the criteria for the Artist Development Program has changed as part of MusicNL’s Program Refresh. For more information on the Program Refresh, visit: https://musicnl.ca/latest-musicnl-funding-news/
Touring Program
Designed to increase awareness of provincially produced music at local, national, and international levels by touring.
Important Update: Touring Programs INTAKE CLOSED
We are disappointed to announce that our funds for Touring In province and Out of the Province programs have been expended for the current fiscal year. Unfortunately, intake for these programs is now closed. If you need support in seeking alternative resources or have questions, please contact programs@musicnl.ca or consult our Online Learning Library for lists of additional funding sources.
Professional Development
Providing assistance to those working in the music sector to improve creative skills, to gain greater knowledge of the music industry and to conduct business that seeks to promote and market outside the province.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Professional Development Programs INTAKE CLOSED
We are disappointed to announce that our funds for Professional Development programs have been expended for the current fiscal year. Unfortunately, intake for these programs is now closed. If you need support in seeking alternative resources or have questions, please contact programs@musicnl.ca or consult our Online Learning Library for lists of additional funding sources.
Virtual Professional Development
Designed to provide assistance to members to improve creative skills, and to gain greater knowledge of the music industry through online learning.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Professional Development Programs INTAKE CLOSED
We are disappointed to announce that our funds for Professional Development programs have been expended for the current fiscal year. Unfortunately, intake for these programs is now closed. If you need support in seeking alternative resources or have questions, please contact programs@musicnl.ca or consult our Online Learning Library for lists of additional funding sources.
Small Business Micro Music Grant (For Profit):
IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Small Business grant program has now ended. MusicNL will not be accepting any further applications for 2025-26.
MusicNL wishes to express our profound gratitude to CelebrateNL for their sustained financial support for the Small Business grant program since 2022. Their commitment to our the music industry and community has enabled numerous initiatives that strengthen and enhance the vibrant music sector across the province.
Community Presenters Program (Not-for-Profit)
IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Community Presenters program has now ended. MusicNL will not be accepting any further applications for 2025-26.
MusicNL wishes to express our profound gratitude to CelebrateNL for their sustained financial support for the Community Presenters program since 2022. Their commitment to our the music industry and community has enabled numerous initiatives that strengthen and enhance the vibrant music sector across the province.
FUNDING FOR VENUES, CONCERT PROMOTERS, FESTIVALS
Setting the Stage is open to independent live music venues, concert promoters, festivals, and/or others whose core business is hosting and/or promoting live music shows of artists and musicians for audiences. Applicants must be members of the CLMA to apply.
The program is designed to help emerging artists reduce barriers, strengthen industry relationships, and establish a foundation for sustainable career growth.
Each participant benefits from funded mentorship, consisting of internal guidance from a senior staff member at the host organization and external mentorship from an industry professional.
Key goals of the program include:
- Practical skill development through hands-on mentorship
- Long-term industry network building
- Audience growth through professional performance opportunities
Applications are now open (please note the extended deadline).
Applications will be accepted from independent CLMA-member promoters, venues, and festivals, in partnership with the chosen artist(s). The proposed concert may be newly booked or pre-existing. Mentorship and performance activities must take place between January 1 and March 28, 2026.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss your application in advance of submission, please reach out to settingthestage@canadianlivemusic.ca
If you are not a CLMA member, or need to check your status, please reach out to ourDirector of Operations & Member Engagement, Midhat Mujaddid.
DEADLINE (EXTENDED)
December 4th, 2025 @ 11:59pm ET — Final application deadline
Other funding programs include:
Questions?
Mariana Castro-Carvajal
(709)-754-2574 ext. 4