Recent News
Feb 08, 2021
Public Research Findings: Canadians understand the cultural and economic impacts of the pandemic on live music – and its need for continued support
February 8, 2021, Toronto: Music Canada has partnered with Abacus Data to check back in with Canadians on their understanding of COVID-19’s ongoing impact on Canada’s live music sector — and the effects that venue closures have on those working in the music sector and its lasting impact on communities, arts and culture. The public […]
Jan 11, 2021
Music Canada Launches New Artist Focused Survey
January 11, 2021, Toronto: Music Canada has partnered with Abacus Data to get a renewed understanding of how artists’ perspectives continue to be impacted, ten months into the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey will hear directly from artists on the financial implications they are experiencing, how the pandemic is impacting their ability to create music, and […]
Jan 07, 2021
Announcement of New Leadership at Music Canada and CONNECT
TORONTO, January 7, 2021: The Board Chair of Music Canada, Jennifer Sloan, today announced Patrick Rogers has been named Chief Executive Officer of Music Canada. Rogers had previously been the Vice President, Corporate Affairs and served as interim co-CEO since June. Additionally, Jackie Dean has been appointed President of CONNECT Music Licensing by the shareholders […]
Nov 19, 2020
Music Canada and CONNECT Music Licensing release new research report, Supporting Artist Entrepreneurs in the Evolving Music Economy
To help enable sustainable careers for artist entrepreneurs, Music Canada and CONNECT Music Licensing have released a new research report, titled Supporting Artist Entrepreneurs in the Evolving Music Economy. The report summarizes the findings of a national research study of more than 300 artist entrepreneurs, conducted by Music Canada and CONNECT. The study shows that […]
Sep 16, 2020
ADVANCE and Music Canada Announce 3 Year Partnership
September 16, 2020, Toronto: ADVANCE, Canada’s Black Music Business Collective, and Music Canada and its members, Sony Music Entertainment Canada, Universal Music Canada and Warner Music Canada, are honoured to announce a new three year partnership. Black artists and music industry professionals are a driving force in the success of the music sector, and our […]
Aug 10, 2020
Public Research Findings: Threat to live music extended as more Canadians to avoid public events for longer
August 10, 2020, Toronto: Music Canada commissioned Abacus Data to conduct public opinion research to determine how the music industry is being impacted by Canadians’ changing feelings around music, during the pandemic. The second round of the national public opinion survey found that an increasing number of Canadians are concerned about COVID-19, and a growing […]
Jul 16, 2020
National Research: Musicians Feeling the Pressure to Perform in a Continuing Pandemic
July 16, 2020, Toronto – Music Canada has commissioned Abacus Data to conduct national research that explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic through the experience of Canada’s artists. Professional musicians are feeling increasing pressure as a result of the pandemic, due to a reduction in income and their ability to produce music that threatens […]
Jun 18, 2020
Music Canada Statement on The Next Steps for the Canadian Music Industry
Music Canada and its members, Sony Music Entertainment Canada, Universal Music Canada and Warner Music Canada, have heard the calls for change within the music industry. We recognize that there is a need for improvement and are committed to sustained action in support of the values of equity, diversity and inclusion. With the support of […]
May 28, 2020
Music Canada Announces Departure of Chief Executive Officer
May 28, 2020, Toronto: The Music Canada Board of Directors and Graham Henderson, President and Chief Executive Officer, announced this afternoon Graham will be stepping down after serving more than 15 years. “I have been given the great honour and privilege of serving the members of Music Canada and the wider music community for 15 […]