the talents of Nova Scotian artists to the public and industry professionals , while the awards presentations are a celebration of achievement and provide heightened public recognition . Conference topics range from presenting core industry know-how to exploring current and emerging issues facing the music industry , along with potential approaches and solutions .
In total , more than 1,000 musicians and music industry professionals are expected to attend NSMW . As always , it ’ ll showcase talent , provide education , facilitate connections , and celebrate Nova Scotian culture and hospitality .
For more information , go to www . nsmw . ca .
Ontario Creates Ontario Creates is accepting applications for the Ontario Music Investment Fund ( OMIF ) Live Music stream , which supports businesses and organizations that produce or promote live music events featuring Canadian artists , including eligible music festivals and concert series . The OMIF Live Music stream will provide funding to increase the number and quality of live music experiences ( e . g . events , festivals , and concerts ) that can be experienced in Ontario .
Funding is provided in the form of direct grants towards the costs of eligible activities . The OMIF Live Music stream requires applicants to provide a matching contribution to ensure that maximum return on investment is achieved from provincial investment . Applicants must demonstrate clear , measurable outcomes that align with the objectives of the OMIF Live Music stream .
The deadline for eligible applicants is
ALEX SANNIE
Oct . 6 , 2021 at 5 p . m . ET . For more information , email omo @ ontariocreates . ca or go to bit . ly / CM-OMIF .
Manitoba Music Manitoba Music has hired Alex Sannie as its industry development coordinator . In his new position , Sannie will be helming the association ’ s professional and industry development program , including workshops , conferences , mentor sessions , and more .
Sannie is an accomplished and award-winning music producer , performer , and presenter with 20 years of experience creating music . He ’ s most well known as the producer and member of the hip-hop group The Lytics . Performing all over the world , The Lytics have played major music festivals and countless concerts . As the producer of The Lytics , his music has been featured in major Hollywood films , television shows , and ad campaigns . Along with the other members of the group , Sannie has worked in the studio or shared the stage with industry heavyweights like Nas , Jurassic 5 , Sam Kuti , Childish Gambino , A Tribe Called Red , Shad , Kevin Hearn ( of Barenaked Ladies ), and Mike D of the Beastie Boys . Sannie was also recently named education program coordinator and head instructor at The Indigenous Family Centre .
“ Alex brings years of music industry experience and expertise , a fresh perspective , and new connections to local and international music communities ,” says Sean McManus , executive director of Manitoba Music . “ He has a great understanding of the needs and realities of artists and music companies , and a deep knowledge of the importance and impact of training and education .”
Manitoba Music ’ s professional development program provides industry knowledge and skills development for emerging and established artists and music industry professionals .
Sannie can be reached at alex @ manitobamusic . com . For more information , contact Manitoba Music : 204-942-8650 , info @ manitobamusic . com , www . manitobamusic . com .
Alberta Music
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Alberta Music has announced the appointment of Christine Rogerson as its interim executive director . Rogerson will be filling in on a 13-month contract while current Alberta Music ED , Carly Klassen , is away on maternity leave .
Rogerson was a festival manager for Live Nation Canada and responsible for the management and production of festivals , including Chasing Summer , Round Up Music Festival , Oxford Stomp , and Center of Gravity . Prior to Live Nation , she managed the national operations for Union Events , Canada ’ s largest independent concert promoter , and aided the company in achieving developmental milestones , including its expansion to four offices across Canada , enhancing the programming capacity and launch of festival properties , and growing the staff and operational capacity .
For more information , contact Alberta Music : info @ albertamusic . org , www . albertamusic . org .
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