On April 30, 2024, the Canadian Live Music Association (CLMA) announced the launch of Hear and Now: Understanding the Economic Power and Potential of Canada’s Live Music Industry. This offering marks the first-ever Economic Impact Assessment (EIA) of the live music...
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Apply for the Ohsoto’kino Music Incubator
This five-day artist development intensive is open to Indigenous artists across Canada. Each year, six participants will converge at Calgary's Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, to learn new skills and connect with national music industry experts. This...
New Women in Music Songwriting Workshop on April 28, 2024
Women in Music BC is offering an educational panel on the business of songwriting on April 28, 2024. This event is open to women and gender-diverse creatives, and will culminate in an intimate songwriter's circle. Delivered by Mary Ancheta, Alexandria Maillot, and...
Khatsalano Street Party Submissions for Bands Now Open: apply by February 28, 2023!
Do you represent a B.C-based band interested in exposure at one of Vancouver’s largest free street festivals?
If your band has enough material for a 30-minute set, an existing video recording of a public live performance, and the drive to connect with music lovers from all walks of life, the Khatsalano Festival wants to hear from you!
The next Festival is slated for July 8, 2023, and brings together local vendors, artisans, vendors, and – you guessed it – musicians. Don’t miss this chance to be showcased as part of one of Vancouver’s most iconic annual events!
The submission deadline is February 28, 2023.
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