CIMA (formerly CIRPA) is the trade organization representing the independent sector of the Canadian music and sound recording industry and the collective voice of independent music in English-speaking Canada.
CIMA asks feds to renew Canada Music Fund in 2015
CIMA has formally asked the Department of Canadian Heritage to renew the Canada Music Fund when it expires in 2015 – an important fund that currently provides $25.56 million in annual support to the music industry, through programs such as FACTOR and others. CIMA recently met with Heritage Minister James Moore’s policy advisors to discuss CIMA’s eight recommendations on the renewal of this important fund, which include suggestions on how to improve the administration and delivery of the funds.
For more information, please see the attached submission to the Department of Canadian Heritage. more>>
Canadian Indie Music Sector Hits the Right Economic Note
March 5, 2013 - CIMA released its new report on the Canadian Independent Music sector, entitled Sound Analysis, An Examination of the Canadian Independent Music Industry.
This landmark report, commissioned to research firm Nordicity by CIMA, quantifies for the first time the specific economic impact of the sector. The findings prove that the independent music sector is a vibrant, job-creating industry that supports more than 13,000 jobs annually, pays more than $93 million in taxes to the federal and provincial governments, and provides a positive balance and net gain to the provincial and national economies.

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Industry News
CIMA asks feds to renew Canada Music Fund in 2015
Exporting Missions 2013-2014
MusicOntario Announces Initial Workshop Series
FACTOR Launches New Website
Register Now for CIMA's Premier Mission to BIGSOUND
CIMA is organizing its first music trade mission to Australia, with targeted business to business meetings, networking and showcasing opportunities at BIGSOUND, Australia’s most internationally-focused music conference.

There are two types of registration:
1) Showcasing & Business Package
2) Business Only Package.

Companies looking to join the mission MUST have visa documentation in order. Click here for some important info on Visa Options for Business Events such as Conferences in Australia.
CIMA may have support for companies attending BIGSOUND. Details at this point are tentative.
Upcoming Events
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Primavera Sound Festival
05/22/13 - 05/26/13
International Music Summit
International Music Summit
05/22/13 - 05/24/13
Toronto International Music Summit
Toronto Internation Music Summit
05/25/13 - 05/26/13
Stylus Awards
Stylus Awards
05/25/13 - 05/27/13
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Lilac Festival @ 4th Street
05/26/2013
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Taico Club
06/01/13 - 06/02/13
CIMA asks feds to renew Canada Music Fund in 2015
On October 3, 2012 the Canadian Music Industry Association (CIMA) announced the launch of MusicOntario, a new division that will act as the hub for the music industry across the province. MusicOntario is a division of CIMA, and was created in response to industry demand. Last year, CIMA’s Board of Directors approved of a new Strategic Plan which, in part, directed the creation of an Ontario music industry association. Scott Honsberger has been appointed as MusicOntario’s inaugural Executive Director, who will oversee the development and execution of its programs and services. more>>


CIMA is proud to welcome our latest members:

LiveMAG of Mississauga, ON

Melodyman Productions of Toronto, ON

Red Medicine Media of Toronto, ON



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