09/08/2026
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE 2026 CULTURAL CADENCE PROGRAM!
Are you an aspiring Indigenous manager, agent or self-managed artist ready to build your knowledge, relationships and career in music?
Find your place in music.
This November, the Indigenous Music Office is bringing up to 12 First Nations (status/non-status), Inuit and Métis managers, agents and self-managed artists from across Canada to Toronto for Cultural Cadence 2026.
From November 22–27, participants will take part in four days of mentorship, professional development and industry connection.
Programming includes dedicated Cultural Cadence sessions at Massey Hall, the Come Together Music Conference, evening showcases and the International Indigenous Music Summit’s Mina-Nowewinan (Good Sounds) event and industry reception.
Participants receive round-trip airfare, five nights of accommodation and $1,450 in direct support.
Applications are open September 8-29.
Learn more + apply at: https://indigenousmusicoffice.com/cultural-cadence/