Music Industry Initiatives (MII)
The OMIF Music Industry Initiatives (MII) stream provides support to Ontario's established music trade associations and music service organizations to offer initiatives, events and activities that strengthen, support and stimulate the economic and cultural growth of Ontario's music industry.
Offered by Ontario Creates
Amount
No specific amount specified
Quick eligibility check
Who can apply
Applicants must
- Be Ontario-based;
- Be in operation for at least two years prior to application;
- Be able to demonstrate that the company’s principal place of business has been in
Ontario for at least one year prior to the deadline;
- Be Canadian-owned;
- Be incorporated in Ontario or federally (or prepared to incorporate immediately if
the application is successful);
- Be in a sound financial position;
- Be in good standing with Ontario Creates at time of application submission.
About the funding
Eligible applicants may apply for a maximum of $300,000 per funding cycle. The minimum OMIF amount that can be requested is $10,000.
Funding is provided in the form of direct grants towards a share of the costs of eligible activities. Contributions are non-refundable except in the case of recipient default. The OMIF contribution may not exceed 50% of the total approved budget*. Total funding from all government sources must not exceed 75%.
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