Vancouver Musicians' Association - CFM Local 145

10/05/2026

The VMA 145 acknowledges that we operate, perform and meet on the unceded territories of the First Nations Peoples, including but not limited to: Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwikwelem, Matsqui, Musqueam, Qayqayt, Samiahmoo, Squamish, Tsawwassen, Tsleil Waututh, Lheidli T'enneh, and the Sylix/Okanagan Nations.

In honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the team at the VMA encourages everyone to go beyond acknowledgement, and take tangible actions towards Truth and Reconciliation. Please consider donating to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS), who empower and deliver essential services to Indigenous peoples across British Columbia. To learn more about the IRSSS, please visit this link: https://www.irsss.ca/

It is important to commit to Truth and Reconciliation and stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities everyday of the year. Take time to educate yourself on past and present injustices, and what you can do to encourage positive progress.

The Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) is a non-profit organization and registered Canadian charity dedicated to helping Survivors and their families heal from the lasting impacts of Residential Schools. Since 1994, we have provided culturally sensitive services, including counselli

09/28/2026

Thank you to all who attended our recent Lunch & Learn - Budgeting and Filing Live Performance Contracts with Srinath Covilakam.

Missed the live presentation? Don't fret! You can watch the recording on-demand on our website's News and Events page:

Our September 2026 ‘Lunch & Learn’ session was BUDGETING AND FILING LIVE PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS. This session was be hosted by the VMA’s very own Srinath Covilakam, our Musician’s Contracts Administrator.

09/16/2026

Here's what to expect at our upcoming Lunch & Learn session! Be sure to RSVP: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/dhbBJ5mx9N

Wednesday, September 23
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online. (Zoom)

09/15/2026

Meet the host for our upcoming Lunch & Learn Session: Srinath Covilakam.

Srinath (Sri) currently serves as the Contracts Administrator at the VMA and has been part of the organization since 2022. Sri values the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of musicians’ rights advocacy through his day-to-day work at the VMA. Outside of his work at VMA, Sri is a composer and singer, actively building his composition portfolio and vocal repertoire. Sri is also active in the arts community as a volunteer board member with other arts organizations.

Sri is a great resource for all things contract related at the VMA. His office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Shoot him an email or give him a call if you ever have contract-related questions: [email protected]
(604) 737-1110 (ext.104).

This presentation will include a walkthrough of the VMA Tariff of Fees, budgeting for live engagements using the VMA budget workbook and translating the budget information to the VMA Live Performance Contract. Also expect to learn what not to do when budgeting and filing a contract with us!

Lunch & Learn - Budgeting and Filing Live Performance Contracts
Wednesday, September 23
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online (Zoom).

Secure your spot today and RSVP today: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/dhbBJ5mx9N

09/09/2026

Our next 'Lunch & Learn' session is BUDGETING AND FILING LIVE PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS. This session will be hosted by the VMA's very own Srinath Covilakam, our Musician's Contracts Administrator.

This presentation will include a walkthrough of the VMA
Tariff of Fees, budgeting for live engagements using the VMA
budget workbook and translating the budget information to
the VMA Live Performance Contract. Also expect to learn what not to do when budgeting and filing a contract with us!

Wednesday, September 23 | 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online (Zoom)

Please RSVP Here to secure your spot: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/dhbBJ5mx9N

A Zoom link will be sent to all who RSVP 2 days prior to the session.

09/08/2026

LAST CHANCE to have your say! Complete our survey for a chance to win a $50.00 Prado Coffee gift card. Deadline is today, September 8, at 5:00pm. Tell us what the VMA does well, what we can improve on , and how you would like to be engaged as a member!

Survey link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/LveLQ9u6hR

08/12/2026

Our Summer Social & Jam Session is fast approaching! Be sure to RSVP by Monday, August 17 at 5:00pm to secure your spot.

When: Sunday, August 23 | 1:00pm-6:00pm
Where: TrebleFive Music, 150 East 3 Avenue, Vancouver

RSVP here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/SJ9qBhBFan
Sign up to jam here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/DbrRwKcxHp

08/04/2026

Happy August! Are you a musician? Do you like hanging out and jamming with other musicians? What about enjoying free food? Are you available August 23? Then this is your reminder to RSVP to our FREE Summer Social & Jam Session by August 17! Secure your spot today.

RSVP here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/SJ9qBhBFan

DATE: Sunday, August 23
TIME: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
LOCATION: 150 E 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC

07/29/2026

Have your say and enter for a chance to win a $50.00 Prado Coffee gift card! We have created a brief survey so you can tell us what the VMA does well, what we can improve on, and how you would like to be engaged as a member!

Find the survey here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/LveLQ9u6hR

Or, scan the QR code!

07/28/2026

Our upcoming Summer Social & Jam Session will be held at TrebleFive Music.

Owner Malcolm Aiken is a trumpeter, composer, educator and VMA member, who has graciously offered TrebleFive as the venue to bring our community together.

Join us on Sunday, August 23 from 1:00 pm- 6:00 pm.

RSVP today: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/SJ9qBhBFan