Music Canada is a Toronto-based, non-profit trade organization that was founded April 9th, 1963 to represent the interests of companies that record, manufacture, produce, promote and distribute music in Canada. They also play a key role in developing and promoting Canadian talent on the international stage.
In addition to supporting the recording industry, Music Canada collaborates with recording studios, live music venues, concert promoters, and artist managers to strengthen Canada’s broader music community.
Music Canada is also well known for managing the Gold & Platinum Awards Program, which awards plaques for best-selling recordings in Canada. For more information about this program, please see our Help Center article here: How Do I Get a Gold or Platinum Record Plaque from Music Canada?
How Music Canada Promotes and Protects Music
Music Canada plays an essential role in supporting and advocating for the Canadian music industry through a variety of initiatives:
- Administers the Gold & Platinum Awards Program for best-selling recordings in Canada.
- Collects and shares data to inform industry stakeholders and the public about Canada’s music community.
- Advocates for the industry in legislative and regulatory matters with government and public agencies.
- Fights piracy and counterfeiting, helping to build and maintain a legitimate digital music market in Canada.
- Promotes ethical standards in the creation, manufacture, and marketing of sound recordings.
- Supports legal digital music services to ensure fair compensation for artists and rights holders.
- Represents Canada internationally as a member of the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI).
- Participates in charitable and educational initiatives that benefit artists and the music community.
- Collaborates across creative industries, including film, television, digital gaming, book publishing, and broadcasting, to address shared issues and opportunities.
Learn More
For more information about Music Canada’s programs, initiatives, and advocacy efforts, visit musiccanada.com.