Brampton Arts Organization and Brampton On Stage Launch Brampton’s First Musician Support Program

All Brampton-based musicians and bands are encouraged to apply.

BRAMPTON, ON (March 14, 2025) – The Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) and Brampton On Stage are thrilled to announce the launch of the Live Music Support Program. This unique endeavour will give local musicians and bands up to $1,000 in funding to help them cover the costs associated with performing at music showcases, conferences and festivals, not only provincially but also nationally and internationally.

Performing at music industry events incurs many costs like travel, accommodation, conference, and festival fees. These costs can make performance prohibitive for artists, despite the value these events provide. Appearing at such events can mean reaching new audiences and key industry decision makers like DJ’s, Managers, Agents, Labels, Performers’ Rights Organizations, Funders, Music Supervisors, and more. Artists also benefit from the professional development opportunities at these events, such as panels, workshops, and round-table discussions. This program will help Brampton musicians and bands participate in opportunities that may have seemed out of reach before.

 
In 2024, the City of Brampton was nominated for the Music Cities Award in the category of Best Global Music City. This award celebrates the city or town that has best integrated music into as many aspects of its development as possible. The Live Music Support Program further demonstrates the city’s commitment to being a global leader in integrating music and arts into its economic and social growth strategies. It joins Brampton on Stage’s This Is Brampton platform, which provides professional mentorship and development to the next generation of Brampton curators and performers.

Information Session

A free virtual information session for interested applicants will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 12 – 1:15 p.m. Applicants can register here.

Application Process

The program requirements and application form are available online at bramptonartsorg.ca/opportunities/open-calls/.

The application period will close when program funds run out.

A selection committee will assess proposals according to the following criteria:

• Musicality
• Musician/Band Reputation and Influence
• Stage Presence/Entertainment Factor
• Entertainment Factor, Showmanship, and Creativity
• Connection to Brampton

Links

• Information on Brampton On Stage and the This Is Brampton series.
• Photographs of Brampton artists performing at BAO and Brampton On Stage showcases can be found here.

Brampton is home to an extraordinary amount of talent, culture, and creativity. This special program, a collaboration between Brampton Arts Organization and Brampton On Stage, strengthens our city’s creative economy and will shine a spotlight on the musical talent emerging from Brampton on national and world stages.

Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton

The city is committed to supporting a thriving live music scene in Brampton. Now more than ever, it’s essential to invest in Canadian music and create opportunities for artists to share their talent. This collaboration between Brampton Arts Organization and Brampton On Stage will provide local artists with vital platforms to perform, grow their careers, and strengthen the local music economy.

Gurpartap Singh Toor, Regional Councillor, Wards 9 & 10; Council Representative, Board of Directors, Brampton Arts Organization

Performing arts brings people together, and as a fellow musician and local councillor, I could not be more excited about this collaboration between Brampton Arts Organization and Brampton On Stage to support local musicians and bands reach the next stage of their careers.

Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor, Wards 1 and 5; Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton

Brampton is home to an incredible community of talented musicians, and we’re committed to helping them take their music to the next level. The Live Music Support Program is a direct investment in our artists, ensuring they have the resources to showcase their talent on bigger stages—whether in the GTA, across Canada, or internationally.

Michael Vickers, Executive Director, Brampton Arts Organization

About the Brampton Arts Organization 

The Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) is a registered non-profit that champions Brampton’s diverse arts, culture and creative industries and advocates for the #BramptonArtist. We work to build a thriving, confident, valued, and empowered creative scene by offering a range of programs, services and resources. In this, BAO is a key partner in fulfilling the City of Brampton’s strategic vision and Culture Master Plan. Learn more at bramptonartsorg.ca and connect with us at Instagram, Facebook, X(formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn.

Media inquiries, please contact:

Gardenia Flores, Marketing & Communications Lead
gardenia@bramptonartsorg.ca