About Us
The Canadian New Music Network (CNMN) is a membership-based organization connecting and representing everyone involved in Canadian music and sound creation. CNMN's ambition is to gather all Canadian composers, performers, ensembles, orchestras, administrators, service organizations, production companies, presenters, record labels, music educators, music media, musicologists from coast-to-coast and reaching out to members abroad.
People from many cultures and practices create new music in Canada. CNMN’s activities reflect our belief and enthusiasm for the value and benefits of new music for both for individuals and communities as a means of expression and listening. CNMN members practice a vibrant range of musical and/or sonic practices and interests, be they performative or contemplative, live or mediated, professional or enthusiast. CNMN brings us together, catalyzes initiatives and creates resources for a dynamic and nurturing creative environment.
What's New
We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at noon EDT, for CNMN’s Annual General Meeting. The General Meeting will be an opportunity to present the 2024–2025 annual report, and to vote in new members for the Board of Directors for the 2025–2027 mandate. Please make sure your 2025 membership dues are paid if you would… Read more »
Monday, October 7 at noon (EST): Invitation to CNMN’s 2025 Annual General Meeting! Please ensure your membership dues are paid before voting. A Zoom link will be sent out via newsletter prior to the AGM. Zoom link Agenda 2025 AGM report Proxy form Minutes 2024 Financial Statements (English coming soon)
Events
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September 25, 2025 - Planting Seeds: How to initiate a Participatory Music Project
On Thursday, September 25, from 3:30 to 5pm (EDT), join the Laurier Centre for Music in the Community and the Canadian New Music Network for a virtual professional development session for participatory music practitioners, featuring two Canadian musicians who initiated participatory music projects that have thrived over years.
This free talk is part of the Professional Development Series: Grow your career in Participatory Music. Other topics for the year will focus on growing a portfolio career, engaging in outreach, partnership building, and how to evaluate impact.
Registration for the virtual session is free. The Zoom link will be emailed to you a few days in advance.
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October 7, 2025 - CNMN AGM 2025
Monday, October 7 at noon (EST):
Invitation to CNMN’s 2025 Annual General Meeting!
Please ensure your membership dues are paid before voting. A Zoom link will be sent out via newsletter prior to the AGM.
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