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WORD FROM THE PRESIDENT

Education program El Sistema testifies to the power of music to change lives. READ MORE

PATRONS OF MUSIC

Three SOCAN customers win awards from us for outstanding advocacy and support of our licensing initiatives and programs. Live Nation Canada, the largest producer of live music concerts internationally, turns up the volume on talented Canadian artists in a wide range of genres, while SIRIUS Satellite Radio, with more than 100 channels, provides a far-reaching commitment to promote Canadian talent throughout North America. Meanwhile, the Quebec Corporation of Bar, Pub and Tavern Owners (CPBBTQ) explains SOCAN's essential role to its members, making our partnership with them increasingly enjoyable, year after year. READ MORE

RETAIL

Music Supplier DMX
This background music supplier provides just the right mix of music, at the right time ofday, for retailers across Canada. How do they do it? And how does that mix vary from time to time, and from store to store? READ MORE

CONCERTS

Happy Newfoundland
New Year!
The folks in Newfoundland are the first in the Western Hemisphere to ring in the new year, and 2010 will mark the 400th anniversary of their first settlement. Nobody throws a party like Newfoundlanders, and this one's been 400 years in the making! READ MORE

BARS & RESAURANTS

Cowboys ropes 'em in
It just might be the most fun you can have with your boots on. So just what is it that makes the Calgary mega-bar Cowboys such a huge crowd favourite? The answer lies in giving the people what they want... Western-style. READ MORE

GENERAL

Compulsory Figures -
Saluting Skate Canada
In this year leading up to the Olympics, there will be a lot of focus on figure skating, from The Battle of the Blades to the final Olympic qualifiers. But it all starts at the club level. Learn about proud SOCAN licensee Skate Canada's involvement at all levels. READ MORE

IN THIS ISSUE:
WORD FROM THE PRESIDENT
PATRONS OF MUSIC
RETAIL
CONCERTS
BARS & RESTAURANTS
GENERAL
ASK THE EDITOR
EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS
UPCOMING EVENTS
USEFUL LINKS

ASK THE EDITOR
The Editor answers your most common customer questions. In this edition: Is there such a thing as an "all uses" tariff for music?
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EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS
Spotlight on Algonquin College and their one-year Pre-Music Education program.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Come out and meet your SOCAN representatives at the following events.
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