FACTOR

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FACTOR (the Foundation to Assist Canadian Talent on Records) is a "private non-profit organization, ... dedicated to providing assistance toward the growth and development of the Canadian independent recording industry" (from their website).

Founded in 1982, FACTOR has been administering public money since 1986. From an inaugural budget of $200,000 CAD, they now distribute over $11.5 million dollars annually.

[edit] Notable Recording Artists Who Have Received FACTOR Grants

Cavan (Band)

Jann Arden

BOY

Sam Roberts

Alexisonfire

Blue Rodeo

K'naan

The Dears

Propaghandi

Bedouin Soundclash

Moneen

Xavier Rudd

Jason Collett

Justin Rutledge

The Trews

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