Music Day In Canada is returning on Saturday, September 27, bringing communities together from coast to coast to celebrate Canadian music and the artists who create it.
Led by The Lemmon Foundation and powered by Lemmon Stage, Music Day in Canada is a nationwide celebration of live music that highlights local talent, supports independent artists, and strengthens Canada's music community.
CBMIC encourages our members to get involved by:
Registering as a participating artist or band.
Hosting or performing at a local venue.
Partnering with community organizations to organize an event.
Volunteering to help bring Music Day to your community.
Attending and supporting live performances in your area.
Whether you're an artist, venue, promoter, volunteer, or music supporter, Music Day in Canada is an opportunity to showcase Cape Breton's incredible talent while connecting with a national celebration of Canadian music.
Learn more about participating or registering your event at:
lemmonstage.com/music-day/
Let's help put Cape Breton's music community on the national stage this September.
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Applications open for 2026 Women in Music Canada Entrepreneur Accelerator
Applications are now open for a free online professional development program supporting the next generation of women and gender-diverse Canadian music entrepreneurs. The program will welcome 30 early-career or transitioning industry entrepreneurs and artist entrepreneurs for a six-week online experience focused on entrepreneurship, business development, and career growth. Participants will receive training on topics including business planning, marketing, revenue streams, financial literacy, fundraising, publishing, and negotiation, while also taking part in an interactive Creative Lab.
The program runs October 5–November 19, 2026, with sessions on Monday and Thursday evenings, with mentorship continuing through December 4, 2026. There is no cost to the program thanks to the generous support of the Government of Canada, TD Ready Commitment, Ontario Creates, and Creative BC.
Applications close July 31, 2026.
APPLY: womeninmusic.ca/programs/entrepreneur-accelerator/?mc_cid=5369621c4b&ct=t(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_10_15_20...
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MAEP Applications Open
The Mi’kmaq Artist Emergence Program (MAEP) is now accepting applications for Generation 3, taking place August 22–29, 2026, at Alderney Landing Theatre and NSCC Ivany Campus in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Week-long intensive featuring:
● Professional music recording opportunities
● Artist development and branding workshops
● Business planning and entrepreneurship training
● Industry mentorship and networking
● Mental wellness and cultural support programming
● Performance development and live showcase opportunities
● Training for both artists and emerging music industry professionals
The program's expanded focus on developing Indigenous "musicpreneurs" recognizes the many career paths within the music ecosystem, including: ● Artists and performers ● Producers and songwriters ● Sound technicians ● Stage managers
Interested Indigenous artists and aspiring music industry professionals from throughout Mi'kma'ki are encouraged to apply early, as spaces are limited. For application information and program details, contact:
Andrée Gracie Producer, Mi’kmaq Artist Emergence Program (MAEP) Grey Sea Artist & Event Management Inc.
andree@greyseaeventmanagement[dot]com
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The next East Coast Music Association (ECMA) Artist Toolkit session will be on August 19th at 12pm Atlantic Time. This session will be “Artist Toolkit Reset”. In it, Lynn Colepaugh will be walking you through the elements you should have and what they should include to make sure you have the assets industry people actually need at your fingertips.
Expect to cover EPKs, bios, photos, links, streaming profiles, social links, contact info and more!
Participants will also receive a Follow-Up Kit with practical templates and tools.
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 12pm Atlantic
Location: Online
Cost: Free for ECMA members
This session will be delivered in English. French-language resources will be made available, and participants are welcome to submit questions in English or French.
REGISTER: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMFXOWlygH5QoIusg6kq_ifNgU8TnPgxm3P5pXWNA6gPZhtg/viewform
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Country Night with Cape Breton's Rose, Evelyn MacRae!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of classic country music as the Marion Bridge Community Centre proudly presents Country Night on Sunday, July 26th at 6:00 PM!
LaRusic Catering will be on site serving up delicious wings, nachos, and sausage on a bun. Join us and enjoy great food, great music, and a great night!
Headlining the evening is Evelyn MacRae, one of Cape Breton's most beloved entertainers and a proud inductee of the Nova Scotia Country Music Hall of Fame. Known affectionately as "Cape Breton's Rose," Evelyn has spent decades sharing her heartfelt country music across Atlantic Canada. From classic country favourites and gospel to Irish tunes and Cape Breton classics, her incredible repertoire of thousands of songs—and more than 100 originals—has made her a treasured performer for generations. Beyond the stage, Evelyn is celebrated for her dedication to community, performing countless benefit concerts and bringing music to seniors and audiences throughout the island.
Joining Evelyn is The Wild Country Band, featuring:
🎸 Wayne Quinn – Steel Guitar
🎸 Todd Routledge – Lead Guitar
🎸 Andre LeBlanc – Bass Guitar
🥁 Dave Hansen – Drums
Special guest performances by Erin O'Brien and Terry Peters round out what promises to be a fantastic night of traditional country entertainment.
📅 Sunday, July 26
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Marion Bridge Community Centre
🎟️ Tickets: $15 each
📞 902-304-1798
Sponsored by Lukas Building Supplies.
Whether you've followed Evelyn's incredible career for years or you're discovering one of Cape Breton's true country music treasures for the first time, this is a night of authentic Down East country music you won't want to miss. Bring your friends, your dancing shoes, and enjoy an evening celebrating one of Nova Scotia's finest country music ambassadors!
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