The 2023 Saskatchewan Music Awards

We're still buzzing about the awards celebration held on Saturday, December 2 at the Broadway Theatre in Saskatoon. So many great performances, including by our Indigenous Music Achievement Award honouree, Edmund Bull! It was lovely to see everyone and celebrate the results of so much hard work and creativity in our local scene.

Official photographs are now available. To download, and for all the information on the SMAs, please visit www.saskmusicawards.com. Thank you to Matt Braden Photography!

The filmed show will be available soon on Rogers TV / Shaw Spotlight community TV channels across the province (we'll post an update when ready to watch).

Saskatchewan Holiday Playlist

Enjoy this year's Holiday Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1IJim4nNs8w0r2izpiWzAJ?si=0a6d582cb6b74e82

or YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9dALYjCkGtZQqJL4fKRY9ttEWRgFpONY&si=XI4m776Gtvwkpwmb

We'll be accepting holiday or winter-themed songs for consideration for a few more days. New seasonal songs will also be considered for 'featured' spots on our socials this month December. Older tracks can be submitted for playlist consideration as well.
Learn more: https://saskmusic.wufoo.com/forms/m16frmgx19577fl/

SaskMusic Closing for Holidays

Our staff will be taking time for holidays from December 20 to January 3 inclusive. We will be picking up messages during this time, but please expect delayed responses. As well, mentor consults will be unavailable during this time.

BDRB x Canadian Creative Accelerator - Black Music Managers Webinar

December 15, 2023

Are you a Music Manager who self-identifies as Black and looking for the opportunity to break your artists into the US Market?

BDRB x Canadian Creative Accelerator (Export Mission) for Black Music Managers

The application deadline is Friday, Dece...

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Funding Opportunity: Creative Saskatchewan Filmmaker's Grant

Formerly known as the Music Video Production Grant, Creative Saskatchewan's Filmmaker's Grant provides funding for a unique mentorship and production program to produce content under 10 minutes intended to build the filmmakers’ professional portfolio.

Deadline: December 13, 2023

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Song Contest: 25th Annual Great American Song Contest 2023

The 25th Annual Great American Song Contest is now accepting songs for 2023.

This highly anticipated event offers a perfect opportunity to show your original songs and receive valuable feedback from the esteemed judges.

Songwriters, Lyricists & C...

Deadline: December 14, 2023

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Award Opportunity: 2024 Business / Arts Awards

The Business / Arts Awards recognize innovative partnerships between business and the arts, and spotlight exceptional volunteers, leaders and organizations who have made a significant contribution to the arts in Canada. Be part of the celebration by nominating yourself or another champion of the arts for one of the awards. Nominations are open until Friday, December 15th, 2023.

Deadline: December 15, 2023

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Call for Submissions: Re-Creating Community Together

Four artists will be chosen to work with Indigenous Knowledge Keeper and artist, Joseph Naytowhow, from January through March 2024 to develop and perform a cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural performance exploring cultural differences and similarities and forging creative connections between themselves and an audience.

Deadline: December 20, 2023

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Contest Opportunity: Christmas Songwriting Competition

The USA Songwriting Competition is back with their 8th Annual Christmas Songwriting Competition. This is a special limited-time opportunity for your Christmas or Holiday songs. Get an opportunity to have your songs published, cut by recording artists and win great prizes.

Deadline: December 23, 2023

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Showcase Opportunity: New Skool Rules 2024

New Skool Rules is an international urban music festival and conference in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The festival takes place from May 31 - June 2, 2024, providing a platform for urban music acts to show festival programmers, labels, booking agents, music managers, publishers and sync agents.

Deadline: December 28, 2023

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Contest Opportunity: USA Songwriting Competition

The 29th Annual USA Songwriting Competition is now accepting entries. EARLY ENTRY BONUS: First 1,000 entrants will each receive a complimentary 1 year subscription to Recording magazine.

Deadline: June 21, 2024

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Showcase Applications Open: 2025 International Indigenous Music Summit

Calling all Indigenous music artists across Turtle Island and around the world…

The showcase applications are officially open for the 2025 International Indigenous Music Summit (IIMS), which will take place from June 2 to 6, 2025, in Toronto, Ontari...

Deadline: November 25, 2024

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Award Opportunity: 2025 Women in Music Canada Honours

Submissions are officially OPEN for the 2025 WIMC Honours
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This program is designed to celebrate and support Women and Gender Diverse Canadian innovators and creators who have outstanding success in their field in the eligibility year (December 2023...

Deadline: December 5, 2024

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SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITY: NXNE Music Festival 2025 in Toronto!

NXNE is Canada’s most important discovery music festival, presenting thousands of essential emerging artists, often just before they break, from across Canada and around the world - since 1995. And applications to play the festival are now open.

Fro...

Deadline: December 31, 2024

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Mentorship and Networking Opportunity: CMI's Artist Entrepreneur Program

Canada's Music Incubator's highly regarded Artist Entrepreneur professional development program is accepting applications for the March/April session. AE will take place in downtown Toronto and run for six weeks. Artists from all musical genres are wel...

Deadline: January 5, 2025

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Festival Opportunity - Sled Island Music & Arts Festival 2025

This is your chance to play at the Sled Island Music & Arts Festival (June 18-22, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta)!


If selected: artists/bands from Calgary will receive $200 for a first show; artists/bands from the rest of Alberta will receive $350 for ...

Deadline: January 10, 2025

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Showcase opportunity - 2025 JUNOfest Presented by CBC Music

For two jam-packed nights, JUNOfest Presented by CBC Music will showcase artists of all genres, from across the country. Featuring over 50 artists across the city, performing for fans, media and the music industry, JUNOfest will light up Vancouver, Bri...

Deadline: January 17, 2025

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Showcase Opportunity: Departure Festival + Conference 2025 (Formerly Canadian Music Week)

Immerse yourself in the future of music at Departure Festival + Conference.

From electrifying live performances and showcases by rising stars and global icons to insightful industry discussions, you'll be at the forefront of the music industry. Conn...

Deadline: January 17, 2025

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SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITY: The Great Escape 2025

The Great Escape is officially open for artist applications – and once again, it's FREE to apply.

In partnership with TuneCore, we're on the lookout for the next wave of incredible talent to join us at the festival that showcases the best new music ...

Deadline: February 18, 2025

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Festival Opportunity - SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival 2025

Saskatchewan artist applications for the 38th Annual SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival are now open. To complete the Saskatchewan artist application form CLICK HERE. Saskatchewan artist applications close on March 14, 2025.

Please note: This form i...

Deadline: March 14, 2025

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Performance Opportunity: Ness Creek Music Festival 2025

The Ness Creek Music Festival offers incredible live music from Saskatchewan, across Canada and around the world. Join over 3,000 people in the forest of northern Saskatchewan, be part of a tent-city community and enjoy Indie, Roots & Folk music from a...

Deadline: April 15, 2025

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Showcase Opportunity : FOCUS Wales 2026

With 300+ live performances, the festival showcases the very best new talent emerging from the nation alongside established names and a selection of exciting international acts. Submissions are open to all new music artists of all genres worldwide.

Deadline: November 1, 2025

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