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Jul 31, 2014
Ontario Place Revitalization Plans Include Expansion of Live Music Options
Today, Michael Coteau, Ontario’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, announced the government’s plan to revitalize Ontario Place into a vibrant waterfront destination. As per the release, the revitalized Ontario Place will offer public access to a spectacular part of Toronto and a mix of outdoor and indoor features, including the “expansion of live music […]
Jul 17, 2014
Maclean’s editorial highlights value of music festivals in Canada
A new editorial in Maclean’s, Summertime, and the music is easy, highlights the value of music festivals in Canada, citing the economic benefits, artist development opportunities, use of historic and unique locations, and community building aspects of festivals. Music tourism is one of five areas identified as a critical area for development in Music Canada’s […]
Jul 01, 2014
Canada Day 2014: Free Concerts Across The Country
Happy Canada Day! From coast to coast, we’ve compiled a list of some of the biggest free Canada Day concerts suitable for the whole family. Regardless of where you’re celebrating, don’t forget to bring water, a hat and sunscreen.OTTAWA, ONThousands will join together on Parliament Hill to mark Canada’s 147th birthday. This year’s show will feature […]
Jun 24, 2014
Music Cities Exchange Event a Huge Success
Public and private representatives from six cities gathered on Friday, June 20th to talk about music strategies in an event hosted by Music Canada, 4479, and NXNE. It was a twist on a panel – featuring 19 people in a moderated roundtable discussion in front of an audience. Video is now available, and is embedded […]
Jun 13, 2014
Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage releases Review of the Canadian Music Industry report
Yesterday, the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage released its Review of the Canadian Music Industry report, available at http://www.parl.gc.ca/Content/HOC/Committee/412/CHPC/Reports/RP6661036/412_CHPC_Rpt05_PDF/412_CHPC_Rpt05-e.pdf. Music Canada applauds the Committee for its comprehensive study of Canada’s music industry, and thanks the Committee members for their care in considering testimony from witnesses across many different facets of Canada’s music industry. The Committee […]
Jan 08, 2014
In Australia, Victorian Coalition Government announces red tape reduction reforms to boost live music sector
Today in Australia, the Victoria Coalition Government announced a series of red tape reduction reforms in an effort to boost productivity and reduce costs for businesses in the state, including reforms for live music venues. The reforms will make it easier for venues to host live music by easing unnecessary regulations related to liquor licenses. […]
Jan 22, 2013
Ontario Arts Council releases comprehensive profile of Ontario’s Arts and Culture Tourists and Their Economic Impact
Today, the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) released the Ontario Arts and Culture Tourism Profile, a report conducted by Research Resolutions & Consulting Ltd. and commissioned by the OAC. The report provides a comprehensive profile of Ontario’s arts and culture tourists and their economic impact. The report finds that 9.5 million overnight tourists participated in arts and […]
Jul 05, 2012
Make Music Part of the Ontario Place Revitalization
On February 1, 2012, the Government of Ontario announced plans to revitalize Ontario Place to make it a ‘must visit’ destination and landmark for Ontario families and tourists from around the world. The government of Ontario is seeking public input on how to revitalize Ontario Place: Music Canada is promoting the idea of putting an […]