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About Departure

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YOUR LAUNCHPAD TO NEW IDEAS

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Departure is where the world’s hungriest talent in music, art, comedy, and technology find the inspiration, support, and resources they need to take it all the way.

Departure is a dynamic and innovative launchpad featuring diverse talent, boundless energy, and committed artists. This kind of ambition and audacity draws talent from all across Canada and internationally, energizes creatives from all disciplines, and offers a fresh spark of inspiration that keeps passion alive. Here, you’ll discover new talent, groundbreaking work, and innovative ideas.

The reimagined Canadian Music Week is ready to embody and honour the extraordinary spirit that defines the Canadian and global creative community - a true celebration of artistry.

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For over 40 years, Canadian Music Week has brought the world together, introducing the brightest stars to the global stage.



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Join the crew. We’re recruiting hundreds of volunteers to help us welcome the world to Toronto.

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Showcase your business or product to a culturally-curious and connected global audience.

What sets us apart is we’re not just a magnet for industry leaders; we’re a launchpad helping artists breakout and ideas breakthrough.

DIVERSITY

Explore a dynamic mix of music, comedy and art that bridges genres and generations. From rising stars to iconic headliners, our stages celebrate the pulse of creativity and the thrill of discovery.

COMMUNITY

Experience the magic of shared moments. Departure will capture the excitement of unlimited possibility: trying new things, meeting new people, reconnecting with old friends, bringing together people, art, and stories that connect and inspire on every level.

GROWTH

Dive into a space where innovation drives the conversation. Through visionary talks, interactive workshops, and creative collaboration, we explore the intersection of music, technology, and culture to grow impact in the industry and your career.

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Departure is a reimagination of Canadian Music Week. Our audiences have grown alongside CMW for the past 42 years and have been integral to our success. By expanding our offerings, while staying true to our roots in music, Departure will create an inclusive and vibrant environment that will also attract international artists and creatives of the younger generation, allowing for a deeper, more diverse conversation and a better representation of the cultural hub that is Toronto. Departure honours where we’ve come from, and celebrates where we are going.
Departure While Hotel X Toronto, the urban resort on the Lake Ontario Waterfront, will serve as Departure’s host hotel for the conference, the global event will reach audiences across Toronto with festival and concert venues in every corner of the city, from May 6–11, 2025.
Taking place May 6–8 at Hotel X Toronto, ​Radiodays North America is the premier conference for radio, podcasting, and digital audio professionals, Radiodays will feature inspiring speakers about the latest trends and strategies shaping the future of audio.
Media accreditation opens Thursday, January 30. For media inquiries contact departure@touchwoodpr.com

Have a question we didn’t answer? Reach out at hello@departureto.com