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$353-million earned by songwriters, composers, and publishers through performances of copyright musical works
But average SOCAN writer-member realized only $67 for use of music online

Accomplished composer, multi-instrumentalist and former back-up singer, Steinwall reveals she also has serious songwriting chops

Relief fund partnership with SOCAN to provide assistance to independent live music venues

Emerging songwriters vie for $5000 prize – fans can vote daily until June 8 to select their favourite by Canada’s top emerging songwriters.

Brampton, Ont., takes three places in the top 10; Montréal has four spots

Unofficial financials indicate continued international and digital growth, though average total streaming royalties only $67.14

Toronto, February 3, 2022 –More than two-thirds (68%) of Canadians agree that it is important for foreign internet and social media companies to contribute to/promote Canadian music, TV shows, and movies, and nearly a quarter (23%) “strongly agree” with this sentiment, according to a Leger survey of Canadians across the country. When asked to respond […]

Toronto, February 3, 2022 – SOCAN, the Society of Composers, Authors & Music Publishers of Canada, welcomes the tabling of the Online Streaming Act, and is in support of the proposed legislation as a foundation for now and the future. “The Online Streaming Act is a big step in the right direction,” said Jennifer Brown, […]

Toronto, December 15, 2021 – Nicole Pratt has joined SOCAN in the newly created role of Vice President, Reproduction Rights Operations, as part of a new, distinct, strategic team of 15 experts at SOCAN, dedicated to reproduction rights. Reporting to Martin Lavallée, Head of Reproduction Rights and Senior Legal Counsel, Pratt brings more than 13 years as a reproduction rights professional, and more than 20 years of client relations experience, to […]

$349-million in total royalties distributed to member songwriters, composers, music publishers, and visual artists – a 10% increase over 2019