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Oct 04, 2019
New Noise Bylaw illustrates City of Toronto’s commitment to supporting a vibrant music ecosystem through clear, objective standards
New bylaw procedures have been implemented by the City of Toronto to provide clearer standards regarding noise in the city. Bylaw amendments include a number of changes relating to ‘amplified sound’ that have positive implications for the live music ecosystem, and provide clearer communication from the City to venue owners. These substantial amendments flow from […]
Jun 10, 2019
The Mastering of a Music City Summit at CMW 2019: Recap
On Saturday May 11th, Music Canada held its fourth annual Music Cities Summit during Canadian Music Week. This year’s summit was hosted in partnership with the Music Policy Forum, and the event featured a plethora of local and international speakers who gathered to discuss issues regarding the value of music and its relationship to creative […]
Apr 25, 2019
The ‘Mastering of a Music City Summit’: Saturday, May 11th 2019
Music Canada’s fourth annual The Mastering of a Music City Summit is returning to Canadian Music Week. This exciting full-day event is being held on Saturday, May 11th 2019 at the Sheraton Centre Hotel in Toronto. The summit this year is being hosted in partnership with the Music Policy Forum. The event will feature a […]
Mar 14, 2019
JUNO Awards 2019: How Music Canada is working to strengthen Canada’s music ecosystem
JUNO Awards week is here and Music Canada is gearing up for another spectacular few days celebrating Canadian music with our friends and partners in the music community. Last year at the JUNOS we showcased how our advocacy work benefits artists at every stage of their career with our #EveryStage campaign. This year, we aim […]
Jan 28, 2019
City of Toronto holding Public Consultation Meetings for Noise Bylaw Review
The City of Toronto’s Municipal Licensing & Standards (MLS) division is holding public consultations as part of its noise bylaw review. The review aims to introduce updates that reflect our growing and vibrant city, while enhancing the noise standards that protect the residents of Toronto. Public consultations will take place during a series of five […]
Nov 19, 2018
Amy Terrill addresses Auckland City of Music strategy launch
Aucklanders warmly welcomed Music Canada Executive Vice President, Amy Terrill, as the keynote speaker at their recent launch of the Auckland Music Strategy, Te Rautaki Puoro o Tāmaki Makaurau. Terrill provided an international perspective to the event, commenting on the growth of the Music Cities movement, Toronto’s experience, and providing some considerations for Auckland as […]
Oct 18, 2018
Playback 2018: Executive Vice President Amy Terrill recaps Music Canada’s accomplishments from the last 12 months
On October 16, 2018, at The Great Hall in Toronto, Music Canada hosted Playback 2018, our annual industry dialogue and celebration. Close to 100 members of the Canadian music industry were in attendance, including representatives from record labels, awards programs, royalty collectives and funding institutions, as well as artists, journalists, politicians and other government representatives. […]
Oct 18, 2018
Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage releases new report examining cultural hubs and cultural districts
Earlier this month, the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage released a report entitled A Vision For Cultural Hubs And Districts In Canada. This report was the outcome of a Committee study on cultural districts and hubs in Canada, with a particular focus on determining the role they play in city building, their economic impacts, their […]
Aug 02, 2018
Toronto’s musical history recognized in Heritage Toronto Awards’ 2018 Historical Writing: Book nominees
Heritage Toronto has announced 18 nominees for its 2018 Historical Writing prize, recognizing English language non-fiction books or e-books. The Heritage Toronto Awards “showcase extraordinary contributions to the conservation and promotion of Toronto’s heritage, honouring individuals, groups and organizations for their efforts.” Three of this year’s nominees for the Historical Writing: Book category pay homage […]