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ARC APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

Applications are now open for BC’s very own intensive artist accelerator program, ARC!

The ARC program will advance the business, creative, and technical skills of recording artists to help them build a sustainable career in the music industry. The program spans several months and includes a music business clinic, creative retreat and final showcase event.

Ready to take the next step? Applications are now open for BC-based artists – make sure to check the guidelines before embarking on your application.

Submission Deadline: May 24, 2023 (11:59 pm PDT)

ARC is made possible through the ongoing support of FACTOR, Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia.

APPLY NOW



VANCOUVER MURAL FESTIVAL APPLICATIONS OPEN

Music BC is thrilled to once again be partnering with Vancouver Mural Festival this August for a night of live music featuring emerging BC artists!

Vancouver Mural Festival is an annual outdoor celebration of public art designed to connect, reflect and celebrate our diverse communities through art and live events. Explore the creative side of Vancouver’s great outdoors and discover your new favourite murals, artists, performers, communities, neighbours and more!

Applications are now open to perform with Music BC during this summer’s event, returning from August 3rd to 13th.

Submission Deadline: May 15th, 2023 (11:59 pm PDT)

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MUSIC BC TRAVEL GRANTS

Music BC’s travel grants are open for Artists and Businesses, for both domestic and international destinations – including showcase, touring and business travel.

This deadline will be accepting applications to support initiatives that take place between April 1st, 2023, to September 30th, 2023.

Travel Grant Deadline: May 26, 2023 at 5:00 PM PDT

Music BC Travel Grants are made possible through the ongoing support of Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia.

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FACTOR ANNOUNCES NEW DEADLINES

FACTOR Canada has announced updated guidelines and deadlines for 2023. Programs include Artist Development and Juried Sound Recording for Single/EP and Album Production.

Feeling ready to apply? Review their program details and guidelines at the link below!

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OPPORTUNITIES

LAST CALL: HENRY ARMSTRONG AWARD SUBMISSIONS
The Henry Armstrong Award (HAA) is a newly launched bursary and mentorship program, created to develop, elevate, and support Indigenous artists within the Canadian music industry. The award aims to provide unique opportunities for growth and development, culminating with the chosen act receiving a $10,000 bursary, along with a tailored mentorship program of professional development services.
Application Deadline: May 5, 2023
APPLY NOW

APPLY TO BE A JUROR FOR THE WCMA’S AT BREAKOUT WEST
The Western Canadian Music Awards values diversity, equity and inclusion and welcomes and invites jury members from diverse backgrounds to apply. Each year, WCMA solicits help from its membership and key industry persons regionally and nationally to act as qualified jurors.
Application Deadline: May 7, 2023
APPLY NOW

JUMPSTART CAREER CONSULTATIONS
Music BC’s ongoing career consultation and music business mentorship program is taking requests for 1-hour sessions! If you have a music-related project you’d like to gain insight on, don’t hesitate to get your request in today to speak with one of our industry professionals. 
REQUEST A MEETING

INDUSTRY NEWS

New PNE amphitheatre announcement welcome news for a city with a shortage of arts and music venues
In what’s great news for a city sorely lacking in music and arts venues, the Pacific National Exhibition has announced the construction of a new $65-million on-site amphitheatre. – READ MORE
12 South Asian Canadian artists to listen to right now
There are so many South Asian artists making music across the country, in myriad genres — some who have been grinding for years, and others who have popped up recently. – READ MORE
Streaming giants required to contribute to Canadian content as Bill C-11 becomes law
A new federal law will require digital platforms such as Netflix, YouTube and TikTok to contribute and promote Canadian content. – READ MORE
Spotify Confirms It’s Working With Labels To Quell Copyright Threat From AI Music
If Spotify keeps growing at its current rate, it will have a billion global users by the midpoint of 2027. – READ MORE
Recording Academy® Leads Federal Effort To Limit The Use Of Song Lyrics In Court

Intended to protect artists’ freedom of creative expression, the Restoring Artistic Protection Act would limit the use of song lyrics in court — a common practice that disproportionately affects rap and hip-hop artists. – READ MORE
Senators Introduce Legislation to Increase Competition in Ticketing
In the wake of the Senate Judiciary Committee’s hearing examining on Ticketmaster’s powerful presence in the live-entertainment market, U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-Mn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Ct.) today introduced legislation intended to improve competition in live event ticketing markets. – READ MORE

SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK



With a high energy show of three-part harmonies -offering stories through songs that speak the language of modern day life- add to that some good-natured brash and sassy attitude you’ve got country music queens, The Heels. This title is now undisputed with their chart topping album “I Am” with singles racking up over a million views on TikTok and fuelling world-wide acclaim with a #1 in France, #6 in Ireland, #10 in Belgium & #13 in the UK on the iTunes Country charts. The Heels recently took the stage at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville Tennessee and have continued to tour widely in Canada and the United States, honing their chops as a standout live act.

LATEST BC RELEASES

REBECCA SICHON
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“SAFE IN THE RAIN”
TISSA RAHIM
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“BEFORE SOMEONE ELSE DOES”
SLIGHTEST CLUE
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“ZIPPER”
IMBALI BLOOMING
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“APOCALYPTIC SUNSET”
JESSIA
RELEASES NEW SINGLE
“WITHOUT YOU”
MARLEAU
RELEASES NEW ALBUM
“I LIKE BEATS BECAUSE THEY ARE GOOD”

UPCOMING DEADLINES

Henry Armstrong Award Submission – May 5th, 2023
Western Canadian Music Awards Juror Application – May 7th, 2023
FACTOR Juried Sound Recording Grant (Album) Application – May 18th, 2023
Western Canadian Music Awards Submission – May 20th, 2023
ARC Accelerator Program Submission – May 24th, 2023 
FACTOR Juried Sound Recording Grant (Single/EP) Application – May 25th, 2023
Music BC Travel Grants – May 26th, 2023
Canada House at AmericanaFest Application – May 26th, 2023
Honey Jam Artist Development Program Submission – May 27th, 2023
Slaight Music It’s Your Shot Contest Application – May 31st, 2023
M for Montreal Application – June 11th, 2023
Iceland Airwaves Application – June 15th, 2023
Canada House at Reeperbahn Festival Application – June 16, 2023

Reach out to info@musicbc.org if you would like to include an upcoming application or funding deadline. 

ROLLING DEADLINES

FACTOR: Live Performance, Industry Events, Collective Initiatives – Showcase Production for Artists from Official Language Minority, Collective Initiatives – Showcase Production for Export-Ready Artists, Comprehensive Artist, Comprehensive Music Company, Business Travel, Marketing & Promo for Non-FACTOR Funded Sound Recordings, Songwriter Development, Sponsorship, Video

SOCAN: Travel Assistance, Professional Development Assistance, SOCAN Foundation Relief Fund

Canada Council: Travel, Residencies, Professional Development for Artists, Research and Creation

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