Reverie: The Indigenous Music Residency is an immersive program designed to support and elevate the creativity of Indigenous music creators from across Canada.
Over four weeks, four selected participants will travel to Toronto, where they will engage deeply with the local community, have access to unparalleled resources at CBC, and receive invaluable mentorship.
Participants will write a new, original song during the residency, culminating in a showcase performance where they will present their creations to the public. In addition to travel and accommodation, selected artists will receive an honorarium to support their creative journey.
The program is structured to offer flexibility, allowing participants to explore the city’s diverse cultural landscape while providing them with time, space, and the necessary resources to hone their craft.
Reverie: The Indigenous Music Residency is dedicated to empowering and amplifying Indigenous voices in the music industry.
Selected artists will receive :
– Travel to and from Toronto
– Accommodation for the duration of the residency
– A $2,000 honorarium to cover participation costs (food, associated living costs), plus an additional $150 to put towards transit in Toronto (e.g., Presto Card)
– Canadian Federation of Musicians (CFM) scale rates applicable for creative work
– A live performance showcase
– Potential video/documentary coverage to be featured on CBC platforms
– Access to a dedicated producer for program support
– Education and mentorship sessions curated by SOCAN Foundation
Participant Expectations:
- Be fully available to participate in the program in Toronto from July 2 to July 31, 2025
- Spend a minimum of two days per week at the CBC facilities (schedule may vary, participants will be paid CFM rates)
- Create an original song where you are the lead author, to be performed at the program finale showcase
- Perform one additional song (original or cover) at the finale showcase
- Be or become a member of SOCAN
- Bring your own instruments and/or supplies to support your creative practice
CBC and SOCAN Foundation Commitments:
Provide participants with access to resources and accommodations (cultural, professional, etc.) necessary for developing their craft and career
Assign a dedicated CBC Producer and Indigenous liaison to support participants
Offer access to:
- Recording facilities
- Video recording and production support
- Rehearsal space
- Industry experts
Apply to be considered for a program by submitting our online form.
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