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Toronto, ON – The four provinces that form Canada’s
musically rich East Coast will once again pay tribute to the
bevy of talented performers who hail from the region.
Canadian Federation of Musicians (CFM), the new
operating name of the Canadian division of the American
Federation of Musicians, joins the country’s music industry
professionals and fans in congratulating the 2011 East Coast
Music Award Nominees. This year an impressive
seventy-nine CFM members are being recognized,
including Dave Gunning who has received a total of five
nominations; Lennie Gallant, Matt Andersen, The Trews, and
Wintersleep have each earned 4 nominations as well as
Hey Rosetta!,
Joel Plaskett, Jenn Grant and Duo Concertante.
“It is impossible to define the singular spirit and unique
Maritimes’ sound,” comments Bill Skolnik,
AFM Vice President from Canada & CFM Chief Executive Officer,
“yet what has developed from this vibrant musical community has
gone a long way in drawing international attention to Canada’s
professional music community. We salute the efforts of the
East Coast Music Awards and Conference who, for over two
decades, have played an integral role in fostering this hotbead
of musical talent”.
Widely regarded as one of the most anticipated annual music
events in the country, the East Coast Music Awards and
Conference, which takes place in Charlottetown, PEI from April 13-17,
turns the local, national and international spotlight on
established musicians; provides important showcase opportunities
for emerging talent, and offers vital information for musicians
at every level of their career. CFM is once again delighted to host a panel discussion which
explores the benefit and role of this professional musicians’
organization. WHY MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS PRIVILIGES
brings together CFM Executives Bill Skolnik and Liana White, Director of Administration;
Musicians Pension Fund, Administrator, Ellen
Versteeg-Lytwyn; and LOCAL 355 Business Affairs
representation Debbie Mullins for an informative session
that covers topics ranging from immigration, instrument &
liability insurance, media agreements & protecting your
recordings to how to start your pension plan, and MUCH more!
Please join them on Saturday April 16th 4:00 pm to
5:00 pm in the Valient Room, Delta Hotel.
In addition, Liana White will be a featured guest speaker on the
AFTER THE HANDSHAKE: MAXIMIZING YOUR EXPORT SUCCESS
panel. This panel will call upon Ms. White’s expert
advice and insights on obtaining US and Canadian work visas.
This essential session takes place on Thursday, April 14th
from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in the Elfin/Pekeha Rooms, Delta
Hotel or follow the live stream at
www.ecma.com. Prior to
the panel presentation, Ms. White will also be available to
address your personal questions ranging from immigration matters
to the wide variety of benefits garnered through membership with
the Canadian Federation of Musicians. These one-on-one
sessions will take place on April 14th from
11:30am to 1:00pm and again on Friday, April 15th
between 11:30 and 1:15 pm in the
Valient/Consbrook/Gulnare Rooms, Delta. The 15-minute
appointments are limited, visit
www.ecma.com to guarantee your personal consultation time.
All conference delegates are also encouraged to visit the CFM
Conference Booth located in the lobby of the Delta. AFM
Local Officials and CFM personnel will personally answer your
questions from 11 am to 6 pm on April 13th
through 16th. Be sure to visit the CFM booth and
enter the CFM nationwide contest featuring a grand prize of
$325USD towards the processing of a U.S. (P2) Visa.
The grand prize draw will take place immediately after the CFM
panel on April 16th at 5PM. Tune into
www.thescene.ca for the
latest updates on all CFM showcase events.
CFM maintains an illustrious membership that includes
Canada’s best and brightest professional musicians. They are
represented collectively in Eastern Canada by four of
AFM/CFM’s 25 local affiliates.
Building on AFM Canada’s long and successful legacy, CFM will
continue furthering the particular interests and needs of
professional musicians who earn their living in this country.
Everyday CFM helps thousands of musicians with any number of
issues related to the recording and performing of their craft.
American Federation of Musicians, United States and Canada
draws on the experience and strength of more than 90,000
musicians, with over 17,000 active members in Canada alone.
Proudly celebrating 31 remarkable years of service, CFM is
uniquely positioned to address Canadian issues, and provides
vital resources for Canadian musicians, at any stage in their
careers. For more information, please visit us at
www.cfmusicians.org׀CFM on twitter CFM on facebook.
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Professional Musicians from
Coast to Coast Salute 
