Registering your musical works There are various methods you can use to submit your catalogue(s): Tax identification information The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requires CMRRA to provide tax identification information for each T5 or NR4 statement issued in relation to reported royalty income. Please submit your tax identification information through this secure page on our […]
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CMRRA calls on the federal government to adopt principles that prioritize the rights of music creators in AI regulation.
We represent Canada’s songwriters, composers, and music publishers as well as the organizations that support them, including the signatories listed above, known collectively as “ACCORD”. Together, ACCORD represents over 185,000 Anglophone and Francophone songwriters, composers and music publishers as our members. We write to address the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems and the […]
SPOTLIGHT: Montréal’s Justin West and the rise of Secret City Records
By Isabelle Speerin Justin West has established himself as a formidable force in Canada’s flourishing independent music scene, with both Secret City Records and Secret City Publishing. Born and raised in Montréal, West grew up in the music industry. He was inspired by the success of his father, Jim West, who founded independent jazz record […]
SPOTLIGHT: APEM’s Jérôme Payette
by Tabassum Siddiqui CMRRA is examining the future in 2022. With change as a constant in our world right now, we examine the future opportunities in music publishing. We’re asking leaders in the music publishing space what is next. What changes are happening at their companies right now? What are their predictions? Is there a song that soundtracks […]
Music Publisher With Impact: Randall Wixen
by Isabelle Speerin Casting a forensic eye to his clients’ statements is one way that Wixen Music Publishing founder, Randall Wixen, sets himself apart in an increasingly competitive publishing industry. “Most publishers are just collecting and processing through automatic exchange of electronic files,” he explained. “We actually look for missing money and incorrect rates. We […]
PROFILE Kobalt EVP Bob Bruderman navigates music publishing’s digital disruption
Kobalt’s Executive Vice President of Global Digital Partnerships Bob Bruderman knew the tide was turning. After eleven years at Sony Music Entertainment, mostly spent in publishing and navigating complex digital deals, it was clear the industry was on the brink of disruption.
Accessibility Policy
Statement of Commitment to Accessibility Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency Ltd. (CMRRA) is is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. We are committed to treating people withdisabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and we are committed to meeting the […]
Songwriters and Music Publishers Appeal Canadian Copyright Board’s Decision on the CSI Online Music Services Tariff
September 26, 2017 – Toronto and Montréal: On August 25, 2017, the Copyright Board of Canada (“Board”) released its decision certifying the royalties payable to songwriters and music publishers for the reproduction of musical works by online music services operating in Canada, including services that offer music downloads, on-demand streaming and webcasting. CMRRA-SODRAC Inc. (“CSI”), […]
An Interview with Vince Degiorgio
The Canadian Music Publishers Association’s (CMPA) new President, Vincent Degiorgio, is not your conventional music publisher. He likes to think big. And by big, we’re talking global. It’s not often you come across someone in the industry who has truly been on both sides of the fence. A prolific and acclaimed songwriter and music publisher, […]
March 2016 Broadcast Mechanical Distribution
IMPORTANT! This letter contains important information and a deadline related to CMRRA’s distribution of COMMERCIAL RADIO BROADCAST MECHANICAL royalties. YOUR RESPONSE IS REQUIRED BY FEBRUARY 26, 2016. Toronto, February 9, 2016 Dear CMRRA Client, Re: March 2016 Commercial Radio Broadcast Mechanical Distribution This coming March, CMRRA will undertake its distribution of Commercial Radio Broadcast Mechanical […]