Canadian Travel Assistance

Funding opportunity for music creators and publishers
  • SOCAN
Overview of the Canadian Travel Assistance program:

The Travel Assistance Program offered by the SOCAN Foundation is designed to support Canadian music creators, composers, and publishers in their efforts to reach new audiences and advance their careers. This program provides financial assistance to help cover the costs associated with travel for performances, showcases, and other professional opportunities that can enhance their exposure and career growth. Maximum grant levels are limited to: $400 for travel between 201 and 1000 km one way; $600 for travel between 1001 and 2000 km one way; $800 for travel between 2001 and 5000 km one way; $1000 for travel over 5000 km one way.

Benefits of the Canadian Travel Assistance program:
  • Benefits of the Program:
  • Career Advancement: Helps music creators gain exposure, build professional networks, and develop their careers by supporting travel to important events and opportunities.
  • Financial Relief: Reduces the financial burden of travel, making it easier for artists to take advantage of opportunities that may otherwise be out of reach.
  • Promotion of Canadian Music: Supports the global promotion of Canadian music and its creators, helping to elevate the countrys presence in the international music industry.
Eligibility criteria of the Canadian Travel Assistance program:
  • Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents: Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
  • Music Creators, Composers, and Publishers: The program is open to SOCAN members who are actively involved in creating or promoting music.
  • Career Relevance: The travel must be related to professional activities that contribute to the applicants career growth or the promotion of Canadian music.
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