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SUMMARY:Live Podcast: Big in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by Mackenzie Cameron (DOMINIONATED co-founder) and Laura Stanley (freelance music journalist)\, Big in Canada is a podcast about songs and artists that are only big in Canada. With humour\, passion\, and a critical ear\, Big in Canada investigates the stories and the people behind the music Canadians are federally mandated to endure.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/big-in-canada/
LOCATION:Burdock Music Hall\, 1184 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 1N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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SUMMARY:The Sundown Sessions
DESCRIPTION:The Sundown Sessions is a monthly music showcase held at the Rivoli\, created and hosted by artists Amy Craze and Tiffany Luvv. \nFor this special edition\, the series is presented in collaboration with Departure. The lineup features performances by Avery Raquel\, B. Knox\, Willem James Cowan\, Joie\, and The Sundown Sessions’ co-creator\, Amy Craze.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-sundown-sessions/
LOCATION:Rivoli\, 334 Queen St W\,\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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SUMMARY:The third annual tribute to Dave Bookman featuring the music of Big Star
DESCRIPTION:Returning for a third year\, a special live tribute show honouring Dave Bookman. This year called\, ‘I’m In Love With That Song’ and featuring various artists covering the music of Big Star\, it’s expected\, like the years prior\, to be a venue filled with support and remembering the beloved\, respected and long-time music broadcaster\, Dave Bookman (known affectionately as Bookie). Always a difficult time of the year\, Dave fell ill suddenly on April 12\, 2019\, and passed away in the early morning on May 21\, 2019\, a devastating loss to his family and friends. Bookie provided foundational support to Indie music in the city\, not only on the radio but as host and co-curator of Nu Music Nite at The Horseshoe Tavern for 24 years. He was a long time DJ at both CFNY-102.1 (THE EDGE) and 88.1 (INDIE88). Bookie interviewed and befriended some of the biggest names in music.  \nSince 2024\, Bookie’s friends have come together to host a yearly tribute show\, gathering various artists to cover a pivotal album or favourite artist of Dave’s. This year\, featuring over 30 artists covering the songs from Big Star\, the I’m In Love With That Song event is confirmed for Saturday May 9\, 2026 @ The Garrison (1197 Dundas Street) in Toronto. The previous two years tribute shows\, featured a spectacular array of artists covering songs from both The Tragically Hip and The Replacements. This year\, is no exception and the show will again be supported by the returning All-Star House Band (aka) The Bookie Band\, consisting of\, Ian Blurton\, Jody Brummell\, Jud Ruhl\, and Anna Ruddick. As always\, Dave Bookman’s living room will be on display. \nPresented by INDIE88 and Departure admission to the show is FREE with a non-perishable food item for The Daily Bread Food Bank (CMW passes will be honoured\, with a donation). The show was organized again by Stephen Stanley (Lowest of The Low + Stephen Stanley Band) and Elliott Lefko (Goldenvoice)\, both incredibly close friends of Dave’s. Poster artwork (featuring Bookie) was created by JUNO Award winning graphic designer\, Antoine Moonen.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-third-annual-tribute-to-dave-bookman-featuring-the-music-of-big-star/
LOCATION:The Garrison\, 1197 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 1X3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T230000
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Kyra\, Piner\, and Savannah Shea presented by Tourism Kingston
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 and Tourism Kingston present Kyra\, Piner\, and Savannah Shea May 8 at Collective Arts Toronto. \nFrom May 4–10\, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a creative epicenter\, blending a world-class industry conference with a city-wide festival. Immerse yourself in curated music showcases\, premium headlining performances\, comedy\, film\, and interactive pop-ups across the downtown core.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-kyra-piner-and-savannah-shea-presented-by-tourism-kingston/
LOCATION:Collective Arts Toronto\, 777 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
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SUMMARY:Live Podcast: Cynthia & Josie's Unmentionables
DESCRIPTION:Cynthia & Josie’s Unmentionables is about those delicious\, messy and sexy topics that we all have questions about but are afraid to ask. What constitutes cheating? How do I dirty talk? Why do I like such weird porn? Cynthia and Josie share extremely personal (and often embarrassing) stories along with their various guests\, inviting everyone to feel less shame about their own “unmentionables”.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/cynthia-josies-unmentionables/
LOCATION:The Rec Room Roundhouse\, 255 Bremner Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3L9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
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SUMMARY:Live Podcast: Uncharted: Crime and Mayhem in the Music Industry
DESCRIPTION:Alan Cross is an internationally known broadcaster\, interviewer\, writer\, consultant\, blogger and speaker. In his 40+ years in the broadcasting and music business\, Alan has interviewed the biggest names in rock and is also known as a musicologist and documentarian through programs like The Ongoing History of New Music. He’s currently providing content consulting for 102.1 the Edge and Q107 in Toronto. \nOutside of radio\, Alan’s resume includes five books\, hundreds of public speaking engagements\, and a national music column for Global News. He’s also constantly engaged in voicework\, researching\, writing\, and consulting for commercials\, TV\, movies\, documentaries\, and corporate video.  \nAnother major project was The Science of Rock’n’Roll\, a travelling museum exhibit that toured science centres across North America. \nAlan is the host of the true crime podcast Uncharted: Crime and Mayhem in the Music Industry. He also attends music conferences and lectures at schools and events all over the world. \nAlan has been deeply involved exploring the present and future relationships between music\, technology and social networking.  More information on Alan can be found at his website\, www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com .
URL:https://departureto.com/event/uncharted-crime-and-mayhem-in-the-music-industry/
LOCATION:Jane Mallett Theatre (St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts)\, 27 Front St E\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5E 1B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T200000
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SUMMARY:Live Podcast: The Jann Arden Podcast Live!
DESCRIPTION:The award-winning Jann Arden Podcast is a weekly show hosted by Canadian icon Jann Arden with co-hosts Caitlin Green and Sarah Burke. With humour and heart\, the show dives into real-life topics like aging\, relationships\, grief\, and reinvention — alongside pop culture and current events. \nJann and her co-hosts welcome an inspiring lineup of guests across entertainment\, media\, literature\, and wellness. Conversations with musician Sarah McLachlan\, comedy duo Jennifer Whalen and Meredith MacNeill (Small Achievable Goals)\, entertainers Rosie O’Donnell and Chelsea Handler\, politician Chrystia Freeland\, and Sleep Expert Alanna McGinn have become fan favourites.  \nAt its core\, the podcast is about connection — sharing stories that make you laugh\, think\, and feel a little less alone.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-jann-arden-podcast-live/
LOCATION:Jane Mallett Theatre (St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts)\, 27 Front St E\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5E 1B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T180000
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SUMMARY:Showcase: Barbados Showcase with Dr. Jay
DESCRIPTION:Departure 2026 teams up with Barbados for a free high-energy\, one-night takeover at Lula Lounge on Tuesday\, May 5\, featuring special guest DJ\, Dr. Jay! \nKick things off at the pre-show mixer (6–8PM)\, then dive into a stacked showcase from 8PM onwards with incredible Barbadian talent: Casheda Dottin\, Kris Irie\, Shadia Marshall\, Kojo\, Larix\, Marley Kirton\, Tionne Hernandez\, Nikita\, Ch’an\, Alix Cage\, Tikara “Sprinklez” Browne\, Sivers\, Sprinklezz\, and Azizi Clarke.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/showcase-barbados-showcase-with-dr-jay/
LOCATION:Lula Lounge\, 1585 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 1T9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T200000
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SUMMARY:Jessica Sevier & Steven James Porter Live at Boston Pizza
DESCRIPTION:Your first taste of #Departure2026. Join Jessica Sevier and Steven James Porter for an exclusive\, intimate live performance to launch a week of showcases\, film screenings\, live events\, executive-level networking and more. \nJoin us at Boston Pizza\, Front & John May 4 at 6pm. Free entry – no purchase necessary.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/jessica-sevier-steven-james-porter-live-at-boston-pizza/
LOCATION:Boston Pizza\, 250 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Special Events
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