
Performers Resources
Alberta
Recording Industries Association (ARIA)
Atlantic Presenters Association Information about APA, objectives, list of members with contact information.
Canadian
Recording Industry Association
Caribou Records is an independent record label which supports the burgeoning folk / roots music scene in Whitehorse, Yukon. Artists on the Caribou label or distributed by Caribou Records include: the Undertakin’ Daddies, Kim Barlow, Manfred Janssen, Barbara Chamberlin, Joe Bishop and Kendall Sullivan, Inconnu, Anne Louise Genest, Dave Haddock, Daniel Janke, Longest Night Ensemble, Valle Son (from Cuba), and Jerry Alfred and the Medicine Beat.
earshot! concerts
Collective of composers producing concerts of new Canadian music,
biographies of the people involved, submission, advertising, current
season and upcoming events information.
East Coast Music Association
Festival of the Arts for young audiences
Celebration of theatre bringing together thousands of participants from
more than 76 countries for the most significant cultural event in the
world that is geared for young audiences.
Folk culture and popular culture Directory of resources on the performing arts. Includes topics such as
music, song, and film.
Foundation to Assist Canadian Talent on Records (FACTOR)
Governor General's Performing Arts Awards
Describes origin and purpose of awards, includes biographies of current
and previous recipients, explanation of the nomination process, funding
information, and links to related sites.
Hummingbird Centre for the Performing Arts
Offers information about the Centre which accommodates the National
Ballet of Canada and the Canadian Opera Company, produces quality
children's shows, musicals, comedy, fundraisers, speakers and concerts.
Jam! - Showbiz
Music and show business news; reviews of music, movies, books,
television shows; film, tv, concert listings and more.
Jazz on the Wing - Whitehorse,
Mandate of Jazz Society of Yukon, current season's schedule, and Jazz
Appreciation series.
Just Concerts Live concert and CBC studio session recordings, artist biographies and
photos of several bands based in major Canadian cities.
Just for Laughs Describes the Just for Laughs comedy festival in Montreal. Includes
lists of shows, venues and artists.
Loyal Blues Fellowship It is the mission of the “Loyal Blues Fellowship” to: promote a rising
cultural awareness of “Blues Impact on the North American Musical
Heritage”; support the evelopment of “Blues in the Schools” program;
help in developing local talent; and produce quality Blues events in the
Quinte, Hastings & Prince Edward area.
Manitoba Audio Recording Industry Association (MARIA)
MapleMusic Information about Canadian music and musicians, including artist and
band profiles, concert dates and lounge details. Audio samples require
MediaPlayer software.
Milk International Children's Festival of the Arts
World’s and Canadian most creative and diverse contemporary professional
performing arts productions for young audiences. Describes events
including performances, art workshops and festival activities.
Music Industry Association of Nova Scotia (MIANS)
Music Industry of Newfoundland & Labrador Inc (MIA).
National Arts Centre
Develops and promotes the performing arts in the National Capital Region
and assists the Canada Council for the Arts in the development of the
performing arts throughout Canada.
National Circus School
General information about the school, programs offered, admission
requirements, services, activities, fundraising, and public events.
Northern Alberta International Children’s Festival
Site for annual arts event that celebrates performing and visual arts
for children includes information about performers, activities and how
to get involved.
Nukariik: Inuit Cultural Performers
Biographies, description of repertoire, MP3s, video, photographs, and
accomplishments of the group.
Pacific Recording Industry Association (PRIA)
Recording Arts Industry -Yukon Association
Saskatchewan Festival of Words
Celebration of the imaginative ways we use language through performances
for various ages, including drama, singer-songwriters, readings,
recitations, interviews, and more.
Saskatchewan Recording Industry Association- SRIA
VIDFEST, Vancouver International Digital Festival
Provides information on the festival, entries, submissions, events,
digital films, art installations, and student competitions.
Vancouver Film School Information on the school, full and part-time courses in film, acting,
2D and 3D animation, new media and sound design.
Vancouver International Children's Festival
Presents an overview of the festival: variety shows, circus acts, and
concerts. Includes information for educators, schedule, press releases,
tickets and map.
Winnipeg International Children's Festival
Information about outdoor festival offering performing arts, games and
other participatory activities for children.
Yukon International Storytelling Festival
Information about annual festival in Whitehorse including sound clips of
some performers, photos, schedule and ticket information.
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