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Canada’s Walk of Fame announces 2016 Emerging Artist Mentorship Program

Mar 15, 2016
by Quentin Burgess

Canada’s Walk of Fame has announced that their Emerging Artist Music Mentorship Program, supported by RBC, has returned for a fourth year. The program invites aspiring Canadian musicians, aged 15-35, to submit a video or audio performance for a chance to win a Grand Prize consisting of industry mentorship opportunities, private studio recording time, and a $25,000 cash prize.

Six additional winners will be chose for finalist prizes, including cash prizes, mentorship opportunities, and a performance opportunity at the Canada’s Walk of Fame event.CWOF Program

“This program has proven that, by bringing together our music industry connections and offering aspiring Canadian musicians opportunities for mentorship, exposure and funding, we can make a considerable difference to their careers and further influence our cultural landscape for generations to come,” said Melanie Hurley, CEO, Canada’s Walk of Fame, in a release. “We are proud that this program continues to help musicians flourish.”

Applications for the program are open now. The deadline for submission is April 30, 2016, at 11:59 PM ET.

To enter, or to view full contest details, visit www.canadaswalkoffame.com/programs/emerging-artist-music-mentorship-program.

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