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Jun 22, 2013
Report Identifies New Directions to Drive Growth and Job Creation in the Economy at Large and Canada’s Commercial Music Business in Particular
Report Identifies New Directions to Drive Growth and Job Creation in the Economy at Large and Canada’s Commercial Music Business in Particular Music Education, Digital Innovation, Music Tourism, Export Expansion and Interconnected Tax Credits identified as critical areas for development Toronto, March 21, 2013: Music Canada today tabled a new report identifying programs and public […]
Jun 17, 2013
National music organizations join voices to oppose cuts to TDSB music programs
The Coalition for Music Education, Music Canada and MusiCounts believe in the importance of music education for all young people in schools. We are joining our voices together to urge the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) to keep providing a comprehensive education that includes quality music instruction for all students, taught by individuals with a […]
Jun 11, 2013
Media Advisory: Toronto music campaign to be launched at NXNE
Toronto, June 11, 2013: A campaign to position Toronto as one of the greatest music cities in the world will be launched at NXNE just one year after the concept was first discussed at the event. A study comparing Toronto to Austin Texas was released at NXNE by Music Canada in 2012 recommending, among other […]
May 01, 2013
Ontario Music Fund an important investment in job creation in Ontario’s music industry
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Ontario Music Fund an important investment in job creation in Ontario’s music industry Toronto, May 1, 2013: On behalf of our members and partners, Music Canada commends the Government of Ontario for its commitment to accelerate the growth of the music industry in the province with the creation of the Ontario Music […]
Mar 19, 2013
Media Advisory: The Next Big Bang, A New Direction for Music in Canada
Toronto, March 19, 2013: Music Canada President Graham Henderson will release a report presenting five key directions for the Canadian music industry during the State of the Industry address at Canadian Music Week on Thursday, March 21, 2013. The music industry has undergone massive changes with the shift to digital technologies and platforms; all aspects […]
Feb 19, 2013
Music Canada Proud to Support 42nd Annual JUNO Awards
Toronto, February 19, 2013: Music Canada is proud to return as sponsor of the Album of the Year Award at the 42nd Annual JUNO Awards. “Canadian bands and artists continue to demonstrate the depth and diversity of talent in this country, as they attract audiences here at home and around the world, forming one of […]
Jan 16, 2013
Toronto City Council Makes Landmark Commitment to Arts Funding: Music Canada
Toronto, January 16, 2013: On behalf of our members and partners, Music Canada wishes to congratulate Mayor Rob Ford and the Members of City Council for their commitment to increase funding to the broad spectrum of arts in Toronto, including the city’s diverse and authentic music cluster. “Toronto is by any measurement, one of the […]
Jan 11, 2013
Music Canada Congratulates Toronto’s Executive Committee on Support of Toronto’s Music Cluster
Toronto, January 11, 2013: Music Canada congratulates Mayor Rob Ford and the Executive Committee Members for their forward-thinking decision to approve a multi-year funding strategy which will increase the per capita funding of arts and culture; prioritize key initiatives including support for Toronto’s music cluster; and implement the Creative Capital Gains Report. “This decision will […]
Sep 24, 2012
New bilateral agreement between US and Canada opens the flow of royalties to Canadian labels and performers
An historic agreement has been reached between Re:Sound Music Licensing Company and SoundExchange to ensure that Canadian rights holders receive royalties from US uses of their work licensed by SoundExchange. The agreement covers all Canadian rights holders signed to AVLA, ACTRA, Artisti, MROC, and SOPROQ. “This agreement unlocks new sources of revenue for AVLA […]