2025 Live Music Support Program

CALL FOR THE 2025 LIVE MUSIC SUPPORT PROGRAM

Brampton, we want to support YOU as you take your music to the next stage!
GENERAL INFORMATION

The Showcase Support Subsidy Program offers financial support to cover expenses for artists performing at local, national, and international festivals and events. The program is designed to empower Brampton musicians by providing the resources they need to perform and tour, while promoting Brampton as a vibrant city full of creative talent.

What does the subsidy cover?
Artists may receive financial support to help cover costs associated with their participation in festivals, including travel, accommodation, and other relevant expenses. This is your chance to access up to $1000? in total funding, with multiple subsidies available on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Application Period: March 2025 – until funds are exhausted

If you need assistance or support to complete the application, please get in touch with us at info@bramptonartsorg.ca as soon as possible (minimum of 5 business in advance of deadline) so that we can make the necessary accommodation to support you.
Eligibility Screening

I am a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of CanadaI am currently 18 years of age or olderI and/or my band is currently located in Brampton

Artist Contact Information
Principal Applicant's Legal Name*

First NameLast Name
Are you applying on behalf of a group or collective?*

YesNo
What is your preferred artist/business name (to be shown publicly on forms of communications and other media)?*
Personal Pronouns (e.g. she/her, he/him, they/them, other)
Postal Code of current residence*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
What is your connection to Brampton?*

I live in BramptonI go to school in BramptonI grew up in BramptonI work in BramptonOther
Voluntary Self-Identification

This section is optional and will not impact the outcome of your application in any way. It is a way for us to know which local communities have been engaged and ensure that adequate supports are in place.
Please check any of the following identities that resonate for you.

Indigenous [First Nations (status and non-status), Métis and InuitPerson of Colour [non-white]QBIPOC [Queer and Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour]2SLGBTQQIP2SA+ [an abbreviation used to represent a broad array of identities such as, but not limited to, two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, pansexual, gender and sexual minorities]Disabled [any person who has a long-term, reoccurring physical, mental, sensory, psychiatric, or learning impairment]Newcomer [immigrant or refugee who has been in Canada for less than five years]None of the AbovePrefer not to say
Applicant Profile
Artist Biography: Provide a brief biography, highlighting your background, experience, and key achievements as a performing artist or group. Be sure to include notable performances, collaborations, and any recognition you’ve received in your career. (250 words max)*

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In three sentences or less, please describe the primary artistic genre(s) or artistic mediums you work in.*

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List any relevant performance experience. Highlight any past experiences where you’ve represented yourself or your group at local, national, or international events. (1000 words max)*

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Provide 1-3 links to videos, show reels, past performances, or any relevant material that showcases your work and a short 1-2 sentence description. This could include links to past festival performances, promotional videos, or live show recordings. Please ensure that all links are accessible and clearly labeled.
Link # 1*
Link # 2
Link # 3
About the Showcase
Name of the showcase or festival you have been accepted to participate in*
Describe the showcase or festival you have been accepted to participate in, the concept of your performance/presentation and why this is a significant opportunity for your career. (250 words max)*

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Submit a simple budget outlining all expenses related to your participation in the showcase or festival, including artist fees, travel, accommodation, and any other costs. Please clearly indicate what expenses will be covered by the showcase subsidy and if you are receiving additional funding or contributing your own resources to the project. *

Accepted Formats: Excel (.xls, .xlsx) and PDF (.pdf).
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Supporting Materials
High Resolution Photos: Submit 1-3 high-resolution photos of yourself in JPEG or PNG format. These photos will be used for promotional purposes if selected. Photos should be a minimum of 300 DPI.
Image 1*

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Image 2

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Image 3

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Declarations
In submitting this application, I certify that:
- I have read and agree to the regulations, terms and conditions outlined in the Program Guidelines.
- Myself and my group or collective have residential addresses within the city of Brampton and have been located in Brampton for a minimum of 12 months prior to the date of application and am able to provide proof of address if accepted.
- I am the artist named in the application and to the best of my knowledge the information provided herein is true.
- I have full creative and financial control over the work for which I am requesting support.
By signing my name below, I confirm that I have read and agree to the Declarations above and have completed this form in its entirety. *

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Privacy Statement

The Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) is committed to protecting the privacy of any personal information, including your name, address, telephone number, e-mail address and other typical personal information that you may provide when visiting our website(s) or interact with our services. Part of that commitment is to explain what information may be collected and why; how it will be used; and who may have access to it.

BAO uses personal information in a limited number of ways: to contact individuals applying for calls, to complete registration at events, to add names to newsletter subscriptions, to process donations and to respond to questions or comments.

Our privacy practices are designed to comply with the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, (“FIPPA”) and its regulations, all as amended from time to time.

The Brampton Arts Organization uses third party vendors to provide it with the technology infrastructure, systems and software to operate its website(s) and several of its services. When engaging these third-party vendors, the Brampton Arts Organization requires them to use your personal information in accordance to FIPPA, and BAO policies and procedures, including this Privacy Statement.

Read our full Privacy Policy here: https://bramptonartsorg.ca/privacy-policy/

Any questions you may have regarding the administration of the privacy policies may be directed to info@bramptonartsorg.ca.
Applicants will be notified of their proposal status within two calendar months of submission by email. Please note that only proposals presented through the formal submission process will be accepted. Thank you!
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CALL FOR THE 2025 LIVE MUSIC SUPPORT PROGRAM

Artist Contact Information

Voluntary Self-Identification

Applicant Profile

About the Showcase

Supporting Materials

Declarations