2026 BESPOKE Mentorship Program Applications Open Now

Applications are now open for the BESPOKE Mentorship Program, a music management mentorship program for managers and self-managed artists. The program aims to help create opportunities for advancing the professional development efforts of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

Deadline to submit is Sunday November 22. 2026 11:59 PM ET. 

APPLY

Eligibility: 
Must be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or legally working and living in Canada to apply for this mentorship program. Must self-identify as being Black, Indigenous or as a Person of Colour. We welcome all genres of music, all genders, non-binary and 2SLGBTQAI+ communities and anyone with disabilities or accessibility requirements. Must be 18+ . 

Benefits:

  • (5) One on one meetings with a mentor (Music Manager / Industry Executive)

  • (5) Professional development online sessions cohort meet-ups included

  • Be part of a national cohort of upcoming music professionals and build lasting industry relationships 

  • Free 2 year membership to MMF Canada

  • $1000.00 as a bursary to help you reach your career goals

Commitments:

  • Mentees are expected to take the lead in scheduling their (5) one on one meetings and sharing their professional development goals with the assigned mentor. Either online or in person 

  • Commit to fully immersing yourself in the program. Take advantage of all meetings and workshops

  • Complete a survey at the end of the program

Online Session Dates:

  • Dec. Fri. 18. 2026, Jan. Fri. 15. 2027, Feb. Fri. 19. 2027, Mar. Fri. 19. 2027 Mar. Fri. TBD. 2027 

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