PEI’s music industry is a cornerstone for tourism in the province and both the federal and provincial governments have announced $337,000 in funding.
Music PEI will receive the funds for professional development programming, such as Showcase PEI 2018 happening this week in Charlottetown.
The conference presents many of the top Island artists to delegates from around the globe, helping them develop careers and tour regionally, across Canada, and internationally.
ACOA is providing $108-thousand while Innovation PEI is contributing $229-thousand.