Recent News
Oct 20, 2015
Music Canada Welcomes New Federal Government
Yesterday Canadians voted for change and elected a new federal government. Music Canada congratulates Prime Minister-designate Justin Trudeau, and we look forward to working with him and the newly elected government to rebalance the copyright regime and ensure the business needs of the music sector are met. We are pleased that the Liberal government has […]
Oct 15, 2015
Ottawa To Host 2017 JUNO Awards
As Ottawa begins preparations for Canada’s 150th anniversary in 2017, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and broadcast partner CTV have announced that the nation’s capital will host the 2017 JUNO Awards and JUNO Week celebrations, taking place March 27 – April 2, 2017. The […]
Oct 01, 2015
2016 JUNO Award Submissions Now Open
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) has announced that submissions for the 2016 JUNO Awards are open today, October 1st. Applicants can now submit their package at http://junosubmissions.ca/ for consideration. The JUNO Awards will be presented during JUNO Week, held in Calgary, Alberta, March 28th through April 3rd, 2016. The eligibility period […]
Sep 28, 2015
Ontario Seeking Input in Developing Province’s First Culture Strategy
Ontario’s Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has announced plans for a province-wide consultation to help develop Ontario’s Culture Strategy, which will outline a vision for arts and culture in the province for years to come. Ontario is seeking input from across the province, and inviting Ontarians to share their feedback by: Attending one of […]
Sep 28, 2015
Ontario College Of Trades’ ‘Tune In Trade Up’ Campaign Highlights Skilled Trade Careers in the Music Industry
There’s nothing quite like catching your favourite band at an outdoor music festival, but the real headliners are the hundreds of hard-working skilled tradespeople preparing the grounds before you and the artists arrive. With the launch of their new Tune In Trade Up! campaign, the Ontario College Of Trades aims to attract prospective tradespeople looking for a new and […]
Sep 24, 2015
Toronto Mayor John Tory speaks at 2015 Music Canada Annual General Meeting
Yesterday we had the pleasure of not only coming together with our peers in the industry for the Music Canada AGM, but to host a number of wonderful speakers on the subject of Music Cities. Since the release of our report The Mastering of a Music City in June 2015, we have passionately pursued this […]
Sep 22, 2015
Live Music Industry Awards launched by Canadian Music Week
Canadian Music Week (CMW) has announced the first annual Live Music Industry Awards, taking place on May 7, 2016 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. The awards, created by CMW in partnership with the International Festival Network and Music Canada Live, will honour outstanding individuals and achievements in the live music sector. “We know the […]
Sep 10, 2015
Music Canada Proud to Sponsor the 2015 CCMA Record Company of the Year Award
Music Canada is proud to return as sponsor of the Record Company of the Year Award at the Canadian Country Music Association Gala Dinner and Awards, taking place this weekend in Halifax, NS. The 2015 Record Company of the Year Award nominees are: Big Star Recordings Inc. MDM Recordings Inc. Open Road Recordings Inc. Royalty […]
Sep 09, 2015
Deane Cameron Announced as President and CEO of The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall
The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall has announced that Deane Cameron has been appointed its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 15, 2015. The respected music industry executive will oversee all aspects of the Corporation’s management. With more than 40 years of experience in the Canadian music industry, including 24 […]