ACTRA RACS

We ensure all recording artists—from session musicians to featured vocalists— receive royalties for the use of their work.

[Re:Sound Music Licensing @ReSoundMLC]

✨MEET ACTRA RACS✨

@ACTRARACS (Recording Artists’ Collecting Society) is a not-for-profit performer collective dedicated to ensuring that all performers and recording artists are paid for the use of their work.

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In our REWIND series we celebrate Eleanor Collins - “Vancouver’s First Lady of Jazz”. In 1964 she graced the cover of Kelowna’s "Teleguide" after making TV history as the first woman in Canada & first Black performer in North America to host a national show.

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This day is a call to listen, to learn, and to carry reconciliation forward with commitment, respect, and hope for a more just future.

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September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We honour Survivors, remember the children who never came home, and reflect on the lasting impacts of residential schools.

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The ACTRA RACS office will be closed tomorrow, Monday, September 1 for Labour Day. We’ll reopen on Tuesday, September 2 and look forward to assisting you then.

Wishing everyone a safe and restful long weekend! 🌻✊

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Join us for our next virtual Community Session on Thursday, July 3 at 2:00 PM! We’ll walk you through our repertoire forms step-by-step, so you can upload them with ease.

Mark your calendar — don’t miss it! 🌍💻
📧 RSVP by emailing us: [email protected]

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Our office will be closed on Tues, July 1. We encourage you to mark the day by engaging with Canadian stories, music, and art—and supporting the creators who bring them to life.

We’ll be back and ready to assist you on Wed, July 2.

Wishing everyone a safe Canada Day 🍁

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💸 It’s Distribution Day! 💸

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Catch ACTRA RACS members and other incredible performers bring their talents to Hillside Festival 2025 at Guelph Lake Conservation Area. We love seeing our members shine, especially under the summer sun. 🌟

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🎧 RACS TRACKS! On their ninth studio album, BEAUTY'S PRIDE, Born Ruffians (@bornruffiansmusic) leans into soft melodic contemplation. It’s a fitting entry in our #RACSTracks series: a project that celebrates the breadth of Canadian sound.

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This Pride, we recognize the powerful contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ performers. Your art shapes culture and brings bold storytelling and diverse perspectives to the forefront.

Keep creating. We’ve got your back 🎶

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ACTRA RACS member Mint Simon (@mintsimonsays) is serving bold pop energy with their new EP CHIMERA. CHIMERA is a must-listen for those seeking to express their deep desires through sultry synths 💿✨

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We're taking Monday off to soak up the long weekend! Our office will be closed on May 19 for Victoria Day. We’ll be back and ready to go on Tuesday, May 20. Until then, enjoy the sunshine and make the most of the extra day off 🍁

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Greetings from the SCAPR General Assembly in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Where collective management organizations from around the world are shaping the future of artists’ rights.

Special thanks to IPF and APIA for hosting this tentpole event.

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RACS TRACKS VOL.2

Late March, ACTRA RACS member Jessie Reyez released her third studio album, PAID IN MEMORIES ... And we've been listening ever since.

The 21-song album seamlessly blends genres in the signature style Jessie Reyez is known for.

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