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SaskMusic, Dump Babes, and Grimelda to attend The Great Escape 2025
SaskMusic and two Saskatchewan artists selected for official showcases, Dump Babes and Grimelda, will be attending The Great Escape Festival & Conference 2025 in Brighton UK, May 14-17.
We will be on the ground participating as a partner of Canada House, in B2B meetings, roundtable discussions, and making connections on behalf of the Saskatchewan music industry.
More information coming soon.
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Autopilot, Lancelot Knight, and Halle Ponton at Departure 2025 in Toronto ON
Saskatchewan artists Autopilot, Lancelot Knight, and Halle Ponton will be attending to perform official showcases at the inaugural Departure Festival + Conference 2025, happening from May 6-11/2025. The conference will reach audiences across Toronto with festival and concert venues located across the city.
Departure describes itself as, "Departure is where the world’s hungriest talent in music, art, comedy, and technology find the inspiration, support, and resources they need to take it all the way.
Departure is a dynamic and innovative launchpad featuring diverse talent, boundless energy, and committed artists. This kind of ambition and audacity draws talent from all across Canada and internationally, energizes creatives from all disciplines, and offers a fresh spark of inspiration that keeps passion alive. Here, you’ll discover new talent, groundbreaking work, and innovative ideas.
The reimagined Canadian Music Week is ready to embody and honour the extraordinary spirit that defines the Canadian and global creative community - a true celebration of artistry."
Congratulations to the Saskatchewan artists performing!
Lancelot Knight: Tuesday, May 6 at 7 pm @ The Painted Lady
Halle Ponton: Wednesday, May 7 at 7 pm @ Supermarket
Autopilot: Thursday, May 8 at 7:30 pm @ Bovine Sex Club
For more information on Departure 2025, visit their website.
How were the artists selected?
All artists programmed for Departure were selected by the organizers through their own selection process.
To read artist biographies or to learn more, visit our website.
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The Indigenous Music Series Session 8:
Managing Merchandise w/ Tesler Mosquito
In this session, we've asked Treaty 6ix's Tesler Mosquito, to share some knowledge on managing merchandise. Tesler will be sharing the story on how he's built his successful merchandising/apparel company.
He will also be offering insights to attendee's on how they may begin managing their own merchandise as it pertains to the musical fields. Towards the end of this session, we will open the panel for questions and engage in discussions surrounding the topic.
For more information about the program and to sign up as a participant, visit our website or contact IMP Development Coordinator, Denny Blackstar.
Made possible with support from The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) and Creative Saskatchewan.
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Next Sask Songwriters Night: May 20, Regina
SaskMusic is pleased to present the third event in our Sask Songwriters Night Series, featuring Carlton Larsen, Casey Stone, ITOHAN, and Melodie Gliem.
- Tuesday, May 20 beginning at 7pm CST
- At Bushwakkers, 2206 Dewdney Ave, Regina. Free admission; no minors.
We will also be presenting additional shows over the summer. Members, watch for a call for submissions to be posted soon for these!
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Summer Jams Playlist
Submit your songs
Each year we curate a playlist of SK releases to set the vibe for a beautiful Sask summer. From upbeat feel-good tracks to dreamy, reflective takes, submit your tracks now!
Tracks will be considered for inclusion on Summer Jams, plus our other mood and genre-based playlists.
• Production must be radio quality.
• Track should have been released within the past 24 months.
• Saskatchewan-based artists only.
• All genres including instrumentals welcome.
• Songs must be available on that app to be included in the playlist (ie Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube etc).
New releases submitted will also be considered for a separate 'Featured' spot on our socials.
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Saskatoon Songwriters Group: Meeting May 4
Hosted by Shelley Neumeier, join the Saskatoon Songwriters Group this Sunday, May 4 for their monthly meeting.
- 1 pm CST: Building a Song with Rhyme
- 3pm-4pm CST: Open Floor for Sharing.
- Location: Studio 12 at 9 - 1025 Boychuk Dr., Saskatoon
Save the date for their June 1 meeting as well! Proudly supported by SaskMusic.
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Regina Songwriters x SaskMusic Meetup May 28
The next meetup for Regina songwriters will be Wednesday, May 28 with a 'Writing to a Live Groove' experience. Beginning at 7pm, we'll be joined by a drummer and bassist who will perform a soundtrack of various grooves intended to inspire songwriting ideas.
At The Club (The Exchange), 7pm. Free admission; everyone welcome.
Watch for additional information in our next bulletin.
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Creative Saskatchewan Grants Now Open
Marketing & Promotion: These grants provide support for marketing and publicity to improve visibility of and engagement with your music, and to generate revenue.
The Micro Stream provides up to $5,000 in matching funding, while the Major Stream provides up to $25,000 per applicant in matching funding (see program guidelines for full details). You could apply for support for your marketing initiatives such as online promotions, website development, brand development, music videos/visual content, publicists, radio trackers, and more.
SaskMusic can help by walking you through the application (especially useful for first time applicants), and/or reviewing your application before you submit and providing feedback. Book your consults as early as possible, as appointments near deadlines book up fast!
Micro Stream Deadlines:
- Deadline 1 - June 4, 2025 at 4 PM SK time
- Deadline 2 - September 17, 2025 at 4 PM SK time
- Deadline 3 - November 26, 2025 at 4 PM SK time
- Deadline 4 - February 4, 2026 at 4 PM SK time
Major Stream Deadline:
- Deadline 1 - June 11, 2025 at 4PM SK time
- Deadline 2 - January 28, 2026 at 4PM SK time
For more information on the Marketing & Promotion grant, visit Creative Saskatchewan's website.
Showcase or Sell Travel Grant: The Showcase grant provides support to artists to attend industry showcases. Your project begins with you receiving an invitation to showcase at an event. Applications are accepted continuously until funds are exhausted.
For more information on the Showcase grant, visit Creative Saskatchewan's website.
Other Creative Saskatchewan grants - Sound Recording and Tour Support - are opening for applications on May 6.
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Meeting Students at upcoming Career Fairs
SaskMusic staff are pleased to be participating in a number of career fairs around Saskatchewan, introducing students to roles in the music industry, including:
- May 7 - Prairie South Schools 2025 'Try A Career' at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Company Grounds from 9:30am to 3:30pm.
- May 13, 14, and 15 - Regina District Industry Education Council 'Grade 9 WorkSafe Try a Career Fair' at the Balgonie Rink and Multi Plex Hall from 9:45am - 3:30pm.
SaskMusic is happy to be back in the community at these events meeting students and answering questions about the music industry. If you have a career fair or classroom that you'd like us to visit please get in touch with Education & Program Manager, Ben Valiaho.
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Songs in The Garden: A Songwriting Workshop
On June 7, a transformative songwriting workshop led by Earl Pereira, Karissa LaBrash (Hoffart), and Justin LaBrash at Wiebe Works, Langham SK. Learn to craft your own musical masterpiece through group collaboration and personalized guidance. Mentors will guide you step-by-step, offering invaluable feedback on your original song. Lunch is included!
As a workshop participant, you’ll perform your newly created song with your group at the Art in The Garden Festival on Saturday, June 14, followed by the chance to showcase one of your own original songs on the festival stage, if you choose to do so.
Ticket Link - https://tinyurl.com/4ebbjxb2
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Beyond educational events included in this e-release, visit our website for our regularly updated list!
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Over 150,000 Canadians in 600+ locations to celebrate Music Monday
There's still time to register for the cross-country sing-along, as The Coalition for Music Education in Canada says excitement is reaching new heights across Canada with over 150,000 participants in more than 600+ locations preparing for Music Monday 2025.
The nationwide event is set to feature a monumental sing-along of Triumph’s iconic anthem "Hold On," emphasizing the critical importance of music education and the unifying power of music.
On Monday, May 5, at 12:30 pm ET, Canadians from coast to coast to coast will come together to simultaneously sing and play "Hold On," creating the world’s largest single sing-along event dedicated to promoting awareness for music education.
Music Monday will see thousands of students, musicians, parents, and community members across Canada simultaneously singing and/or playing the anthem. Participation will take many forms, including school classrooms, special assemblies, group concerts, and community events.
Registration is free and provides access to teacher resources, audio and video recordings, arrangements, lyric sheets, a sing-along video, and an Artist Guide & Learning Guide. Registered participants will also gain access to numerous online music education sessions released on Music Monday.
To register and for more information, visit their website.
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It's Bandcamp Friday! Artists receive 100% of sales
Tonight until midnight PST, support your favourite artists through Bandcamp when artists will be getting 100% of the sale price.
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Closing tonight! Folk Music Ontario Developing Artist Program
Deadline May 2, 11:59PM EST, see details
The Developing Artist Program is designed to provide structured mentorship, performance opportunities, and valuable industry connections for new generation, emerging artists from across Canada aged 18-25.
Participants learn directly through one-on-one mentorship with established artists, collaborate with their peers, sharpen industry knowledge and technical skills at workshops and master classes, and integrate into a welcoming community at Canada’s largest annual Folk Music industry gathering. Select artists will be offered the opportunity to showcase at the Folk Music Ontario Conference, in Ottawa, October 15-19, 2025. Participants will be selected by a jury of industry professionals based on artistic potential, experience, and enthusiasm for career growth.
Apply now.
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Producer Entrepreneur Bootcamp deadline May 12
Producer Entrepreneur is a professional development workshop intended to help emerging, mid-level producers, and self-producing artists who also produce for others, build their businesses.
This FREE two-day program will take place in London, Canada’s UNESCO City of Music, on June 10 and 11, 2025 from 9 am to 5 pm at TAP Centre for Creativity.
Everything from revenue streams and running your business, to client acquisition and producer agreements, and much more will be addressed in a group setting and 1-on-1 meetings. Plus, all producers have access to ongoing mentorship from CMI following the program.
Invited producers from outside of London will have their accommodations (two nights) covered. Invited producers must also be available to commit to both days of the program. Please note, this is not an audio production program.
Applications are open until May 12. Limited spaces are available, so early applications are strongly encouraged!
Producer Entrepreneur is being delivered by CMI and the Professional Music Producers Association of Canada, in partnership with Tourism London and the London Music Office.
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globalFEST, founded in 2003, is a non-profit organization that produces two annual festivals of music from around the world, a global music and culture conference, curated stages, and a collaboration with NPR Music's Tiny Desk. gF's work is based on th...
Deadline: May 4, 2025
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The Unsigned Only Music Competition has officially rebranded to the Unsigned Only Music Awards, and we're now on the lookout for the best artists from around the globe.
Whether you're writing songs that inspire, delivering vocals with passion and en...
Deadline: May 7, 2025
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CBC and SOCAN Foundation are thrilled to announce the return of Reverie: The Indigenous Music Residency. This month-long program in Toronto is designed to support emerging Indigenous artists through songwriting, mentorship, and professional development...
Deadline: May 7, 2025
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For 31 years, the American Songwriter Lyric Contest has helped thousands of songwriters become involved in our community. Established in 1984, America Songwriter magazine sponsors six (6) contests per year that run in conjunction with each issue publis...
Deadline: May 15, 2025
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September 9-13, 2025 (Nashville, TN) Deadline: May 16, 2025 Register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AMA2025CIMA
CIMA is returning to Nashville this September for the 2025 edition of the Americana Music Festival & Conference! We’re excited to announ...
Deadline: May 16, 2025
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Call for Submissions: Canada House at Reeperbahn 2025
CIMA will be heading back to Germany for Reeperbahn 2025. We'll once again be hosting Canada House and presenting showcases. This is a fantastic opportunity to access the 4th largest worldwide mu...
Deadline: May 16, 2025
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The Indigenous Song Camp presented by Amazon Music is a collaborative initiative made possible through the efforts of the SOCAN Foundation, Amazon Music, sākihiwē festival, and Kilometre Music Group. Participants selected for this program will have the...
Deadline: May 19, 2025
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After a successful 19th edition, M for Montreal is back to celebrate its 20th anniversary from November 19 to 22. This is a year not to be missed since we will be back in style!
With the renewal of Billboard Canada as presenter of the Pro section of...
Deadline: May 26, 2025
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Since 1995, the USA Songwriting Competition®, "the world's leading international songwriting event," has been honoring songwriters, composers, bands, and recording artists. This is open to all, regardless of nationality or country origin.
Winners ar...
Deadline: May 30, 2025
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CALLING SASKATCHEWAN EMERGING COUNTRY ARTISTS AGED 13-20….
The Jess Moskaluke Youth Award is designed to support emerging country music artists in Saskatchewan aged 13-20. This $1,500 bursary award & consultation session encourages young artists to ...
Deadline: May 30, 2025
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Official Showcases at FAI present the best talent that folk music has to offer: from cutting-edge sounds to rich musical traditions. Official Showcase Artists are selected by a jury of international experts. From hundreds of applicants, 160 are chosen ...
Deadline: June 6, 2025
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This is your chance to play the Winterruption festivals in Edmonton, Winnipeg and/ or Saskatoon!
Taking place January 21-25, 2026 - Winterruption festivals are Western Canada's premiere multi-venue winter festivals.
If selected: artists/bands wil...
Deadline: June 25, 2025
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The Songs of Diwali Organization is holding a Diwali themed song contest. The song must be in English and the music and verse must be absolutely original to the creator(s).
The theme of the song will celebrate Diwali, an inclusive, multi-faith fest...
Deadline: June 30, 2025
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The Banff Musicians in Residence program provides space and focused time for musicians of all genres to concentrate on artistic development while working on projects that can be either individually or group/ensemble based. Along with the freedom to str...
Deadline: July 9, 2025
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Banff Centre's Audio Recording Engineer program is a continuing education opportunity designed for emerging recording engineers with mature artistic insight, professional experience and/or formal professional/educational training. Participants will rec...
Deadline: July 9, 2025
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VENUExVENUE Music Festival and Conference
returns for its third edition this fall,
taking place November 6–8, 2025,
in Canada's Music City — London, Ontario.
This is your chance to join 50+ artists from across the country
and beyond for three da...
Deadline: July 25, 2025
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This program starts online: February 2 – 6, 2026
On campus: February 9 – 28, 2026
"Toga da wôhnagabi" (Stories for the future) is a four-week hybrid Indigenous music residency that brings worldviews together from all four corners of Mother Earth....
Deadline: August 20, 2025
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Educators from across Canada are invited to teach their students a Canadian song from this list for a chance to win MusiCounts grants for their classes. Sign up your class or community program with our registration form if you intend to enter the Chall...
Deadline: November 18, 2025
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The American Songwriter Annual Song Contest is a unique opportunity to have your songs heard by #1 artists, songwriters, and music industry executives. The contest accepts all genres of music and is open to any songwriter, artist, musician, and/or band...
Deadline: December 8, 2025
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To add your upcoming shows to our Live Music calendar, you can email them to gigs@saskmusic.org or login to your account and submit the details directly.
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- Larry Krause,
May 2, 2025,
Mad Bikers Saloon
- Amy Nelson w/ Glass Hand Family Band and Good Gals Vintage Pop Up,
May 2, 2025,
Amigos Cantina
- One Night with the King,
May 2, 2025,
Casino Regina
- Dayglo Abortions, Dirtnap, The Devils Punchbowl ,
May 2, 2025,
Exchange/The Club
- Gord Bamford 25th Anniversary Celebration Tour,
May 2, 2025,
Brooks Hall
- YEOMAN AND TORRIN STAPLES PROJECT | ALL AGES,
May 2, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- SASKATOON BLUES FESTIVAL,
May 2, 2025,
Bassment (The)
- Call Me Mildy at Bobby's Place Moose Jaw,
May 3, 2025,
Bobby's Place
- POP EVIL - WHAT REMAINS TOUR,
May 3, 2025,
Louis' Pub
- Dayglo Abortions w/ Dirtnap and The Devil’s Punchbowl,
May 3, 2025,
Amigos Cantina
- RSO GOES TO THE MOVIES,
May 3, 2025,
Conexus Arts Centre
- One Fine Day: Women of the Sixties - A Musical Journey,
May 3, 2025,
Grosvenor Park United Church
- Random Killing, Reifer Madness, Bats Out!,
May 3, 2025,
Exchange/The Club
- Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra Presents: Chopin and the New World ,
May 3, 2025,
TCU Place
- Cawston & Chiliø - Level Up Tour 2025,
May 3, 2025,
Exchange/The Club
- CHARLIE XCX TRIBUTE NIGHT & DANCE PARTY,
May 3, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- TRAPLAND FT. CAMBOT | 19+,
May 3, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- Brian Baggett and Sean Bougie,
May 3, 2025,
Qu'Appelle Valley Centre for the Arts (QVCA)
- Spring Fling Concert,
May 3, 2025,
Ness Creek Music Festival
- Love and Longing,
May 4, 2025,
Knox United Church
- The Misery Mountain Boys,
May 6, 2025,
George Layh Theatre
- Misery Mountain Boys,
May 7, 2025,
The Grand Theatre
- LISA BROKOP PRESENTS A PATSY CLINE TRIBUTE & HANK LIVES WITH PAUL JEFFERSON,
May 7, 2025,
Bassment (The)
- Chesterfield, Worrywart, Unproductive,
May 8, 2025,
Amigos Cantina
- Jon Bryant w/ Bradon Thomas Dougherty & ARIE,
May 8, 2025,
Capitol Music Club (The)
- Progressive Rock Band DEREV,
May 8, 2025,
Revival Music Room
- THE CODAS W/ EAST SIDE OF 2ND,
May 8, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- Victory Howard,
May 8, 2025,
King's Corner Church
- Celebrate Walter Ostanek's 90th Birthday at PolkaFest,
May 8, 2025,
Danceland
- MRG Presents: THESE ARE THE NIGHTS TOUR: NIKO MOON,
May 9, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- GodWellHaze,
May 9, 2025,
The Cork & Kettle
- Derev, Out of Frequency, 66 Aces,
May 9, 2025,
Amigos Cantina
- Brenda Lee Cottrell,
May 9, 2025,
Moose Jaw Centre for Arts and Culture
- Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit,
May 9, 2025,
TCU Place
- ATLANTIC JAZZ COLLECTIVE FEATURING NORMA WINSTONE & JOE LABARBERA,
May 9, 2025,
Bassment (The)
- CHRIS WEBBY,
May 10, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- Runaway Tribute to Bon Jovi,
May 10, 2025,
Revival Music Room
- MOONBEAN,
May 10, 2025,
Cure (The)
- RSO – COPLAND, GERSHWIN AND STILL,
May 10, 2025,
Conexus Arts Centre
- Regina Ladies Choir Annual Tea Musicale,
May 10, 2025,
Christ Lutheran Church
- A Tribute to Patsy Cline & Hank Williams,
May 10, 2025,
Casino Regina
- Dueling Pianos,
May 10, 2025,
TCU Place
- DIZZY & FAY,
May 10, 2025,
Bassment (The)
- DEAN LEWIS: THE EPILOGUE WORLD TOUR - ALL AGES,
May 11, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- FIDDLES ON FIRE: SOPHIE VIEW, THE SLOUGH THUMPIN' BROTHERS, AND THE BUSKING SAVANTS ,
May 11, 2025,
Bassment (The)
- POUYA, KXLLSWXTCH, FAT NICK,
May 12, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- Queen It’s a Kinda Magic,
May 14, 2025,
Casino Regina
- Queen: It's A Kinda Magic,
May 15, 2025,
TCU Place
- Speed w/ Whispers & Guests,
May 15, 2025,
Exchange/The Club
- On-line CD Release Show, Album Bruissement boréal - Marie-Véronique Bourque & Christine Tassan,
May 16, 2025,
Le Ministère
- Kyle McKearney - 'To the River' Western Canadian Album Release Tour,
May 17, 2025,
Capitol Music Club (The)
- Opal In Sky,
May 17, 2025,
Coors Event Centre
- The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others Presented by Star Entertainment,
May 17, 2025,
Conexus Arts Centre
- The Lord of The Rings & the Hobbit Presented by Star Entertainment,
May 17, 2025,
Conexus Arts Centre
- Into Eternity, Itchy Stitches, Augurium, Nox Umbra, Elder Colossus,
May 17, 2025,
Exchange/The Club
- The Dark Side of The Moon In Concert Presented by Star Entertainment,
May 18, 2025,
Conexus Arts Centre
- The Wall In Concert Presented By Star Entertainment – A 40th Anniversary Tribute To Pink Floyd’s Greatest Albums,
May 18, 2025,
Conexus Arts Centre
- Alessia Cara - Love & Hyperbole Tour,
May 20, 2025,
TCU Place
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Phone: 306-347-0676. Toll-Free in Sask: 1-800-347-0676.
Email: info@saskmusic.org
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Festival Opportunity - globalFEST 2026
Contest Opportunity: Unsigned Only Music Awards 2025
Residency Opportunity: Reverie: The Indigenous Music Residency, empowered by CBC and SOCAN Foundation
Songwriting Opportunity: The American Songwriter Lyric Contest 2025
Showcase Opportunity - CIMA Canada House at Americana Music Festival 2025
SHOWCASE AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Canada House at Reeperbahn 2025
Songwriting Opportunity : Annual Indigenous Song Camp presented by Amazon Music
Showcase Opportunity: M POUR MONTRÉAL // M FOR MONTREAL 2025
Songwriting Opportunity - The 30th Annual USA Songwriting Competition 
Busary Application - The Jess Moskaluke Youth Award by the SCMA
Showcase Opportunity: Folk Alliance International 2026 Official Showcase Application
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY: 2026 Winterruption Festivals
Song opportunity : The Songs of Diwali Contest 2025
Artist Residency opportunity - Banff Musicians in Residence Winter 2026
UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE CAREER : Audio Engineer: Banff Musicians in Residence 2026
Festival Opportunity: VENUExVENUE 2025 
INDIGENOUS MUSIC RESIDENCY : Toga da wôhnagabi: Music Creation Residency 2026
CBC Music Class Challenge 2025 fall anniversary edition
Songwriting Opportunity - American Songwriter 2025 Song Contest
