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The Music Program supports the development of B.C. First Nations music creatives and professionals residing in B.C. through grants and training programs.
The Music Program funds activities that can lead to professional development opportunities, knowledge transfer and community well-being.
This program offers three areas of funding for artists, recording engineers and music industry professionals. Explore the areas below to find the right grant for you.
Creation & Sharing – Up to $20,000
Supports individual artists in music creation, performance, recording, touring and promotion.
Recording Engineers (Mentorship) – Up to $30,000
Supporting emerging recording engineers who are operating an independent recording studio OR emerging recording engineers who have graduated from a recognized professional recording school OR a minimum of one year experience in a recording studio.
Industry Professionals (Internship, Mentorship, Training) – Up to $20,000
Supporting emerging music industry professionals in the roles of administrator, agent, promoter, manager, event organizer or presenter. Short-term mentorship, internship, training and project support opportunities that will provide participants with experience, skills and knowledge.
Eligibility
FPCC is a First Nations-led organization with unique expertise in B.C. First Nations languages, arts and heritage. There is an urgent need to support the revitalization of First Nations arts practices in B.C. With the growing number of requests for funding, the FPCC Arts Program is focused on providing support for the artforms that come from this land.
Our work is founded in the fundamental belief that First Nations are the rightful stewards of their cultural knowledge and arts practices, and are best equipped to lead this important work of protecting, sharing and revitalizing B.C. First Nations Arts practices on these lands.
We want all Indigenous artists to be successful, no matter where they are from. Here is a link to information on other arts funding sources and organizations: fpcc.ca/artsfunders
If you have questions, please contact the program contact staff member listed at the bottom of this page.
How to Apply
Applications are received via FPCC’s Grant Portal. For support with viewing applications and accessing your profile, please contact grantportal@fpcc.ca.
For information applicable to all FPCC grants, please read the FPCC General Funding Guidelines by clicking on the button below.
Watch the Information Video
Please view the video below for more information about the program, guidelines and application process.
Funding for the Music Program is supported by Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia.
We are Here to Support you!
Contact the program staff listed at the bottom of this page if you would like assistance with your grant application.
FPCC Arts applications take time to complete, and we recommend starting as early as possible. Significant reading and writing are required throughout the application process along with seeking support letters. It is recommended to allow yourself up to a month to work through all portions of the application.
In addition, applications are completed on FPCC’s Grant Portal which is technology based and functions best when used on a laptop or desktop computer. For applicants that require assistance with technology, we recommend having a friend, family member or someone they trust to assist them with completing and submitting the application.
Please reach out to Arts Program staff if you have any questions about the application process, would like to discuss project planning and/or if you need support in completing your application. The deadline for one-on-one support is March 5th, 2025.
Tools & Resources
Funding Process
We are here to ensure that the funding application process is as easy as possible! We offer a convenient online portal so applicants can access program applications and submit reports all in one place. For additional information please visit the Funding Process page.
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Image of the Snotty Nose Rez Kids performing at FPCC’s Indigifest. They were supported by the FPCC Music Program.
Program Contact
Koralee Tonack
Koralee is non-Indigenous, from a Settler family, of German ancestry on her mom’s side. Her time spent creating, performing, recording, and touring as a musician give her valuable insight into her position as an Arts Program Coordinator. She also draws on her time as an arts administrator focused on publicity, concert production, and grant writing to support her work here. Koralee has been part of the FPCC Arts Team since 2022.