Today, Music Canada CEO Patrick Rogers shared his annual “State of the Industry” remarks at Departure, followed by an informed discussion about the political shifts that are affecting the global music industry. Read his full remarks below. Good morning, It is great to be here at Departure. I want to thank Randy Lennox, Jackie […] The post Music Canada CEO Patrick Rogers delivers “State of the Industry” remarks at Departure 2025 appeared first on Music Canada.| Music Canada
This week, Music Canada submitted detailed responses to the CRTC as part of its consultation on “The Path Forward – Supporting Canadian and Indigenous audio content.” We have engaged meaningfully throughout the CRTC’s regulatory process because regulating music streaming could have far-reaching impacts across the Canadian music industry. This proceeding considers introducing regulations that could […] The post Music Canada’s submission to the CRTC’s consultation on “The Path...| Music Canada
Music Canada is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Public Policy to help shape and support the organization’s work in creating an environment for a robust and innovative Canadian recorded music sector. Based out of Toronto or Ottawa, this high-impact position combines government relations, policy development, advocacy, industry analysis and communications to help the […] The post We’re Hiring: Director of Public Policy appeared first on Music Canada.| Music Canada
In honour of the 50th anniversary of Music Canada’s Gold & Platinum Certification Program, we have teamed up with the JUNOS to create a truly unique ode to the albums and songs Canadians have loved most over the past five decades. As JUNO-nominated artists and their teams walk the gold carpet at the JUNO Awards […] The post Music Canada celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Gold & Platinum Certification Program at the JUNOS appeared first on Music Canada.| Music Canada
Global recorded music revenues have grown for the tenth consecutive year, up 4.8% to US$29.6 billion in 2024, according to the IFPI’s Global Music Report 2025 . The newly released report provides the most comprehensive review of the global music market and analyzes issues and trends within the industry. Global revenue growth was largely driven […] The post IFPI’s Global Music Report 2025 reveals tenth consecutive year of growth appeared first on Music Canada.| Music Canada
January 9, 2025, TORONTO, ON: Music Canada’s Gold & Platinum certification program is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025. For half a century, the program has marked the milestone sales and streaming accomplishments of artists in Canada – making the distinctive Gold and Platinum plaques the most recognizable symbol of commercial success in the music […] The post Music Canada’s Gold & Platinum program celebrates 50 years appeared first on Music Canada.| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada and the Digital Media Association (DIMA) have jointly filed the below letter to the CRTC following their recent engagement sessions on Canadian content for audio services. Re: Engagement sessions on Canadian content We are writing to you today as part of the recent engagement sessions on Canadian content held by the CRTC […] The post Music Canada and DIMA issue joint letter to CRTC following Canadian content audio workshops appeared first on Music Canada.| Music Canada
Today, following weeks of consideration and consultation with members of the music community, Music Canada CEO Patrick Rogers released the following statement in response to the CRTC’s Phase 1 decision on initial base contributions. Earlier this summer, Canada’s broadcast regulator, the CRTC, announced that music streaming services will need to pay an unprecedented 5% of […] The post Canada needed a reimagined broadcasting system. The CRTC’s contribution decision offers more of the sa...| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada CEO Patrick Rogers delivered remarks at Canadian Music Week’s opening keynote, “State of the Industry: A(nother) Year of Change.” Looking back on a year that changed everything (again!) Patrick shared his views on how the industry is working together to navigate seismic events like generative AI and the Online Streaming Act implementation. […]| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada CEO Patrick Rogers shared his annual “State of the Industry” remarks at Departure, followed by an informed discussion about the political shifts that are affecting the global music industry.| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada filed an application with the Federal Court of Appeal seeking leave to intervene in the ongoing appeal of the CRTC’s base contributions decision, which imposed a 5% levy on the major music streaming platforms operating in Canada. Specifically, we are asking the court to consider music streaming services’ direct investments in Canada among qualifying contributions.| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada filed an application with the Federal Court of Appeal seeking leave to intervene in the ongoing appeal of the CRTC’s base contributions decision, which imposed a 5% levy on the major music streaming platforms operating in Canada. Specifically, we are asking the court to consider music streaming services’ direct investments in Canada among qualifying contributions.| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada filed an application with the Federal Court of Appeal seeking leave to intervene in the ongoing appeal of the CRTC’s base contributions decision, which imposed a 5% levy on the major music streaming platforms operating in Canada. Specifically, we are asking the court to consider music streaming services’ direct investments in Canada […]| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada CEO Patrick Rogers shared his annual “State of the Industry” remarks at Departure, followed by an informed discussion about the political shifts that are affecting the global music industry.| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada filed an application with the Federal Court of Appeal seeking leave to intervene in the ongoing appeal of the CRTC’s base contributions decision, which imposed a 5% levy on the major music streaming platforms operating in Canada. Specifically, we are asking the court to consider music streaming services’ direct investments in Canada among qualifying contributions.| Music Canada
Today, Music Canada filed an application with the Federal Court of Appeal seeking leave to intervene in the ongoing appeal of the CRTC’s base contributions decision, which imposed a 5% levy on the major music streaming platforms operating in Canada. Specifically, we are asking the court to consider music streaming services’ direct investments in Canada among qualifying contributions.| Music Canada
March 5, 2024, TORONTO: Music Canada is thrilled to announce that, effective today, official video streams now count towards certification in the Gold/Platinum Program for Single Awards. The expansion recognizes the breadth of artists achieving success with video and celebrates how fans are listening to their favourite music. Music Canada’s Gold/Platinum Certification Program was launched […]| Music Canada