Canadian Live Music Association

The voice of Canada's live music industry, advancing and promoting its economic, cultural, & social benefits.

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The Climate Contingency Roadmap, a national initiative led by the CLMA, has reached stage 4 of 5 in developing a practical, sector-specific toolkit that supports live music professionals in planning for and responding to climate-related disruptions.

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Member news from @MRGLiveOfficial

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Whether you're after live music, comedy, art or community celebrations, @MRGLiveOfficial has your summer festival plans covered with TOgether, Lakeshore Music Festival, Tall Pines, Vancouver is Funny, Khatsahlano Wonderland & more ☀️

Details: https://t.co/QjCulLMvGl

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Today, the CLMA submitted its brief to the Standing Committee on Finance (FINA) in advance of the 2026 Budget.

We recommended three targeted measures to strengthen Canada’s live music ecosystem and competitiveness in the global live event economy.

Read more at #linkinbio

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@5xfest Showcases Best in Punjabi Music and Culture

https://t.co/oznQaRGrTo
#membernews #canadianlivemusic

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What a night.

The CLMA team & @departurefest brought the industry together for the 2026 Live Music Awards. Proud doesn't even begin to cover it.

Thank you to everyone who came out to honour the people working hard behind the scenes

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the CLMA is happy to partner with @ecmaofficial to present the Event of the Year Award at the 2026 ECMAs.

Congratulations to the nominees 👇

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Congratulations to our incredible lineup of industry award nominees for this year's ECMA Awards! Part 1 of 2.

#ECMA2026 #EastCoastMusic

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@Sum41 @KevinLyman Congratulations @Sum41!

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We were honored to receive the "Live Performance of the Year" award at the @Canadian_Live last week. It was also great to present our dear friend @KevinLyman with the "Global Impact in Live Music" award. There's no one more deserving. Thank you for your continued support, and congratulations to all winners.

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Winners Announced at 2026 Live Music Awards

The CLMA and Departure congratulate the newly announced winners and all the nominees of the 2026 Live Music Awards

Read the announcement and view the winners: https://t.co/c6taPLf8oD

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Announcing the performers for the 2026 Live Music Awards on May 6th!

Alicia Creti
Cam Kahin
Shawnee Kish

Get your tickets here: https://t.co/rhoWEjPDGg

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ICYMI, we just announced the hosts for the 2026 Live Music Awards on May 6th.

We're excited to welcome Deryck Whibley of Sum 41 as a presenter, alongside show hosts Angeline Tetteh-Wayoe and Ali Hassan.

Get your tickets here: https://t.co/lzZWB93BxJ

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We want to see YOU at the 2026 Live Music Awards on May 6th. Come celebrate the people and organizations shaping Canada’s live music industry.

CLMA members get 30% off:
Tickets to the awards
Conference Passes
Priority Passes or Live Music Summit Passes

Ticket link in bio.

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Yesterday, the Ontario Government announced an investment of more than $20M to support festivals and events across the province through Experience Ontario (EO) 2026.

Continue reading: https://t.co/u9kScwJF33

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Want to work in live music?

Our members are hiring! New jobs added to the job board:

The Feldman Agency:
• Marketing Manager, Live Events
• Talent Buyer
• Booking Coordinator

Link in bio to learn more & apply.

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Our Interim Executive Director, Maddy Oliver, recently spoke to the real economic power of live music.

"When you go see a show, you're not just going to pay for a ticket. You're going to a restaurant... you're taking transit... And that value is massive. It creates jobs."

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Nova Scotia’s Celtic Colours shows arts can drive real economic gains https://t.co/gVRg2ijtrf

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Not Dead Yet exists to challenge the traditions of the live music ritual. As an independent promoter in Toronto, they book gigs and champion music that “pushes some type of boundary.”

Welcome to the CLMA: https://t.co/B7fTKOh9n1

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FACTOR, Musicaction Announce $2 Million Investment in Canada's Live Music Sector

Learn More: https://t.co/jy1b7Wy7k0

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Last day to vote on the 2026 Live Music Awards!!

Voting closes at 11:59pm on April 16th.

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Celebrate the people & organizations shaping Canada’s live music industry.

Vote now for the 2026 Live Music Awards at the link in bio.

🚨 Voting closes tomorrow, April 16th at 11:59pm.

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Celebrate the people & organizations shaping Canada’s live music industry.

Vote now for the 2026 Live Music Awards at the link in bio.

🚨 Voting closes tomorrow, April 16th at 11:59pm.

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Sidestage is a 200‑capacity live music venue located in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

The venue is proudly all‑ages, with a strong focus on encouraging and supporting young performers in Winnipeg’s creative community: https://t.co/gema8OsRJ8

Welcome to the CLMA!