Coalition for Music Education

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Coalition for Music Education Charitable organization whose mission is to protect and grow music education in our schools and communities.

We envision Canada as a country where the lives of all children are enriched by quality school music programs, and where their active participation in music is valued and supported in our communities. Our mission is to raise the awareness and understanding of the role that music education plays in Canadian culture, and to promote the benefits that music education brings to young people.

Ten years ago today, The Tragically Hip played their final concert as a full band in Kingston - while all of Canada watc...
20/08/2026

Ten years ago today, The Tragically Hip played their final concert as a full band in Kingston - while all of Canada watched, to celebrate and say farewell.

Just under 12 million Canadians watched the concert live broadcast, which began with an impromptu O Canada and ended with Ahead By A Century. On October 17th 2017 the entire country grieved with the band as Gord Downie passed away from glioblastoma.

This Saturday, August 22nd you can watch the original concert broadcast on CBC.

Tomorrow, the The Tragically Hip release a new live album featuring 29 tracks from the 2016 tour.

This weekend we celebrate The Tragically Hip and the legacy of Gord Downie.

📸David Bastedo

Who will advocate for music education?The answer can be YOU.School trustees have an important role in shaping the educat...
19/08/2026

Who will advocate for music education?

The answer can be YOU.

School trustees have an important role in shaping the educational experience of thousands of students.

When trustees understand the value of music education, they can help ensure it remains part of the conversation when important decisions are made.

You don't have to be a politician.
You don't have to be an education expert.
You just have to care about students and be willing to serve your community.

If you believe music education matters, consider running for school trustee.

Many provinces are having trustee elections this fall. Check now to see the nomination deadlines - many are coming up next week.

A huge thank you to Triple R Studios for choosing Coalition for Music Education as the recipient of donations from Jamfe...
17/08/2026

A huge thank you to Triple R Studios for choosing Coalition for Music Education as the recipient of donations from Jamfest 2026!

Your generosity is helping keep music education thriving for the next generation. Every dollar raised helps us protect, champion, and grow access to music education across Canada.

Want to make a difference through music? **Choose to support the Coalition for Music Education and help us keep the music playing.** ❤️

Our 2026 JamFest event was a fantastic success with the help of beautiful weather. Thank you to the many people who helped us keep the event on point. We supported The Coalition for Music Education again this year. Our hired performers were The Jade Monkeys again, organized by SHOvent and were absolutely awesome. Many thanks to all of our family, friends and clients for attending and adding to the warmth of this very meaningful annual event. Last but not least our heartfelt appreciation and thanks to the many musicians that came together for a good old jamming session, which is what this event is based around.

Congratulations to Gary & Erica, who decided JamFest was a great place for their "Tie The Knot" ceremony!

Until next year!

16/08/2026

Happy Birthday, Oscar Peterson!

Today, we honour the extraordinary life and legacy of Canadian jazz legend Oscar Peterson, whose music continues to inspire generations.

In celebration, we’re sharing a clip of our 2019 Music Monday anthem video featuring Hymn to Freedom — a powerful piece composed by Peterson that has become a timeless anthem of hope, unity, and freedom.

Join us in remembering Oscar Peterson and celebrating the enduring power of his music.

Music programs build community and students need community now more than ever.
14/08/2026

Music programs build community and students need community now more than ever.

Take a look at our 2025 IMPACT REPORT.  Our impact keeps growing with our programs serving 285,000 students in 2025. Our...
13/08/2026

Take a look at our 2025 IMPACT REPORT.

Our impact keeps growing with our programs serving 285,000 students in 2025.

Our programs are built to protect and grow music education: advocating to prevent cuts to music in schools, and providing free programming that enhances classroom learning ensuring all students have access to meaningful and inclusive music education.

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12/08/2026

Applications are closing soon for the 2026 MusiCounts TD Community Music Program.

This national grant program supports community organizations across Canada that deliver music education opportunities for young people.

Sustain Stream
For organizations with established music programs that are ready to strengthen or expand their impact. Grants of up to $20,000 are available to support instruments, equipment, and targeted capacity-building activities.

Develop Stream
For organizations launching, growing, or stabilizing a music program. Grants of up to $30,000 are available to support both instruments and capacity-building expenses needed to build a strong foundation for long-term success.

In addition to funding, all grant recipients will participate in a structured mentorship program, receiving guidance from experienced mentors to help strengthen their programs and support organizational sustainability.

Applications are open now and will close on August 18, 2026.

This opportunity is open to registered charities and non-profit organizations across Canada that deliver, or plan to deliver, music programming for youth. Priority will be given to organizations serving young people who face barriers to accessing music education, including Indigenous, newcomer, racialized, low-income, rural, remote, and other underserved communities.

For full program details, eligibility requirements, and funding guidelines, visit www.musicounts.ca

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Ce programme national de subventions soutient les organismes communautaires partout au Canada qui offrent des occasions d’éducation musicale aux jeunes. Que votre organisme soit en train de mettre sur pied un nouveau programme de musique ou cherche à renforcer et à développer un programme déjà établi, nous vous encourageons à présenter une demande.

Cette année, le programme comprend deux volets de financement :

Volet Soutien
Pour les organismes qui offrent déjà un programme de musique établi et qui sont prêts à renforcer ou à élargir leur impact. Des subventions allant jusqu’à 20 000 $ sont offertes pour soutenir l’acquisition d’instruments, d’équipement et certaines activités ciblées de renforcement des capacités.

Volet Développer
Pour les organismes qui lancent, développent ou stabilisent un programme de musique. Des subventions allant jusqu’à 30 000 $ sont offertes pour soutenir à la fois l’achat d’instruments et les dépenses liées au renforcement des capacités nécessaires à la création d’une base solide pour assurer la réussite à long terme du programme.

En plus du financement, tous les bénéficiaires participeront à un programme structuré de mentorat. Ils recevront l’accompagnement de mentors expérimentés afin de renforcer leurs programmes et d’appuyer la pérennité de leur organisme.

Les demandes sont ouvertes dès maintenant et se terminent le 18 août 2026.

Pour commencer, les organismes doivent d’abord remplir ce court formulaire d’accueil. Les renseignements fournis permettront à MusiCounts de confirmer l’admissibilité de l’organisme et de déterminer quel volet de financement correspond le mieux à son niveau de développement et à ses besoins.

Cette occasion est offerte aux organismes de bienfaisance enregistrés et aux organismes sans but lucratif du Canada qui offrent, ou prévoient offrir, des programmes de musique aux jeunes. La priorité sera accordée aux organismes qui desservent des jeunes faisant face à des obstacles à l’accès à l’éducation musicale, notamment les communautés autochtones, nouvellement arrivées, communautés issues de minorités ethniques, socio économiquement défavorisées, rurales, éloignées, ou autrement sous-desservies.

The wait is over!Tonight marks the first of four Canadian RUSH shows in Toronto, kicking off the band's long-awaited ret...
07/08/2026

The wait is over!

Tonight marks the first of four Canadian RUSH shows in Toronto, kicking off the band's long-awaited return to the Canadian stage. Fans from coast to coast to coast are celebrating this incredible moment.

We're especially excited for the winner of our May online auction who scored a pair of tickets to the show on the 9th. We hope you have an unforgettable experience!

A huge thank you to Triple R Studios for generously donating the tickets. Their support helped us raise funds to protect and grow music education while giving one lucky bidder the chance to be part of these historic shows.

To everyone heading to one of the four Toronto concerts (or the other upcoming 🇨🇦 stops) have an amazing time, and enjoy celebrating the music and legacy of RUSH! 🤘

Today at   our Executive Director, Stacey Sinclair will be presenting as part of a panel discussing the current landscap...
30/07/2026

Today at our Executive Director, Stacey Sinclair will be presenting as part of a panel discussing the current landscape of music education in Canada.

Tuning In: Music Education Across Canada - Challenges, Change, and Possibility

4:15 pm. See you there!

ISME

29/07/2026

Tonight at was the Toast to Music Education featuring the wonderful Tenille Townes

Leonard Cohen’s was a beautiful choice to celebrate together in !

Thank you to everyone who purchased a tickets for tonight’s gala which supported our organization along with our friends at Canadian Music Educators' Association and FAMEQ

Thank you International Society for Music Education for making a lasting impact locally 🎶

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