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SUMMARY:Press Play! The Artist Demo Listening Session presented by Discovr Radio
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session puts emerging artists directly in the room with industry decision-makers. Artists will submit their demos in advance and selected tracks will be workshopped in the moment\, offering unfiltered and productive insight from industry pros\, alongside practical takeaways you can apply immediately. The session also includes dedicated time for networking and Q&A\, giving you the chance to build meaningful relationships beyond the stage. \nSUBMIT YOUR TRACK HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyYyi9c2CtzyT27fDzfh_zP6vm8hddnC-BdSKgqe8bNvWPqQ/viewform \nWhether you’re submitting a track or attending to listen\, discover\, and connect\, this is a rare opportunity to hear what cuts through\, and why. Demos will be played on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and participants must be checked in to be eligible. \nCome ready to engage\, meet fellow artists\, and gain real\, actionable feedback in a setting designed to move your music forward. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/press-play-the-artist-demo-listening-session-presented-by-discovr-radio/
LOCATION:Departure House\, 58 Berkeley St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 2W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Creators Summit presented by Amazon Music,Departure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T144500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
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SUMMARY:The Indie Advantage: Scaling With Partners\, Not Compromises
DESCRIPTION:As independent music continues to expand globally\, artists and labels are redefining what growth requires. The most resilient indie models focus on partnership rather than control\, providing access to capital\, technology\, and infrastructure without sacrificing independence. This panel examines how these approaches are reshaping the indie landscape\, challenging traditional power structures\, and enabling long-term value creation. \nWith insights from Whipped Cream and leaders connected to Monstercat and Create Music Group\, the discussion explores what it looks like to be supported rather than managed. Topics include trust at scale\, artist experiences with partnership-led growth\, and the role of independent leadership in offering a compelling alternative to top-down label models.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-indie-advantage-scaling-with-partners-not-compromises/
LOCATION:Departure House\, 58 Berkeley St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 2W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Creators Summit presented by Amazon Music,Departure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T144500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260330T220020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T150106Z
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SUMMARY:The Morning Shift
DESCRIPTION:Morning shows remain radio’s most important relationship… but what does a great one need in 2026? This session takes a clear-eyed look at how successful morning shows are built today: what audiences want more (and less) of\, the demands on hosts and producers\, and how ideas move from planning to on-air. It’s a practical snapshot of the people and production-thinking that sits behind the morning shows that feel relevant\, human and worth waking up for!
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-morning-shift/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T144500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260330T175254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160200Z
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SUMMARY:If You Knew Better: From Label Executive to Podcast Powerhouse - An Executive Keynote Conversation with Amber Grimes
DESCRIPTION:Amber Grimes has built her career at the intersection of music\, strategy\, and culture. \nFrom leading Artist & Label Partnerships at Spotify to serving as EVP & GM of LVRN (Love Renaissance) – the Atlanta based label behind artists including 6LACK\, Summer Walker\, DVSN\, Sadboi and more\, Amber now oversees one of the most influential independent labels operating under the Capitol Music Group system. \nIn this keynote conversation\, co-presented by RDNA and Departure and moderated by iHeartRadio\, Amber will reflect on her journey from streaming executive to label leader – and how she’s expanding her influence beyond recorded music. With the launch of her new iHeartRadio podcast through The Black Effect network\, If You Knew Better\, alongside her growing book club and community platform\, Amber is building a brand that bridges music\, media\, and mentorship. \nThis conversation explores scaling independent culture within major systems\, developing artists in the streaming era\, and leveraging podcasting and audio to build lasting platforms beyond the label model.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/if-you-knew-better-from-label-executive-to-podcast-powerhouse-an-executive-keynote-conversation-with-amber-grimes/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Departure,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T134500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260504T212359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T213319Z
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SUMMARY:From Followers to Foundation: Turning Audience Into Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:In today’s creator economy\, audience isn’t a byproduct of success\, it’s the foundation of it. At the Departure Creators Summit\, Bella Chung\, who leads Creator Business Development at Amazon Canada\, joins emerging pop superstar Heather Russell for a conversation on how creators and artists can turn audience\, fandom\, and community into real career infrastructure. \nWith a rapidly growing global fanbase and a commanding social presence\, Heather represents the next wave of artist development\, one where digital connection\, storytelling\, and audience-first thinking drive momentum long before traditional industry milestones. \nThis conversation will explore how artists and creators can scale attention into sustainable careers\, build deeper fan relationships\, and translate cultural relevance into long-term business models.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/from-followers-to-foundation-turning-audience-into-opportunity/
LOCATION:Departure House\, 58 Berkeley St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 2W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Creators Summit presented by Amazon Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T134500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260415T134040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T155250Z
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SUMMARY:Signal Lost: Radio's Measurement Crisis Is Now a Fight for Survival
DESCRIPTION:Radio reaches millions of Canadians every week. So why are broadcasters losing the budget conversation before the first slide loads? The answer isn’t audience size – it’s proof. This session tackles the measurement gap that is putting radio’s future at risk and introduces the technology that gives media buyers a reason to commit.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/signal-lost-radios-measurement-crisis-is-now-a-fight-for-survival/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Departure,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T134500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260330T155849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T170942Z
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SUMMARY:BBC Radio 6 Music: Why Curated Music Radio Can Still Win
DESCRIPTION:BBC Radio 6 Music is one of the UK’s most distinctive music brands – a home for listeners who value discovery\, depth and genuine musical passion. Built on trust\, taste and cultural credibility\, it proves that curator-led music radio can still thrive at scale. In this session\, Samantha Moy\, Head of BBC Radio 6 Music\, shares how the station champions new artists\, celebrates music culture across genres\, and builds a strong connection with its passionate audience of music lovers. She’ll explore the thinking behind 6 Music’s editorial choices and why strong curation\, authenticity and point of view remain powerful differentiators in today’s music and radio landscape. Expect a thoughtful look at what happens when taste\, trust and strategy align and why “curated” doesn’t have to mean niche.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/bbc-radio-6-music-why-curated-music-radio-can-still-win/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Departure,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260409T180609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T172207Z
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SUMMARY:A USA's First: The Future of Radio Imaging
DESCRIPTION:In radio\, every second counts. The moment something sounds off\, listeners are gone and so is your profit. For decades\, stations accepted something strange as normal: moments where the sound of the station and the music don’t quite align. In this session\, PURE Jingles unveils a USA-first innovation in sonic branding that rethinks how stations connect their brand to the music they play. A breakthrough designed to make radio sound more seamless\, more natural and more powerful than ever before. \nTogether with Staxx Williams\, Creative Services Director at iHeartMedia\, we’ll explore how Z100 is pushing the boundaries of what modern radio imaging can be when creativity and technology truly meet. \nWe won’t just talk about it. You’ll hear it.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/usa-first-the-future-of-radio-imaging/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260407T142545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T174927Z
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SUMMARY:Built to Break Through: Hollywood Jade x Rêve
DESCRIPTION:Hollywood Jade—fresh off his win on The Traitors Canada—joins forces with breakout pop artist Rêve for a candid fireside conversation on what it really takes to break through in today’s culture. \nTogether\, they’ll unpack the discipline\, strategy\, and creative risk behind building a modern pop career—where performance\, choreography\, and identity must cut across stages\, screens\, and social platforms. From developing a distinct artistic voice to creating moments that resonate globally\, Jade and Rêve will share how collaboration and trust fuel work that stands out in an oversaturated landscape. \nDrawing from Jade’s unique perspective on competition\, adaptability\, and reading the room—both on set and on stage—the conversation will explore how creators and artists can think more strategically about their careers\, navigate pressure\, and stay one step ahead culturally. \nBlending real-world insight with behind-the-scenes storytelling\, Built to Break Through is a blueprint for creators looking to move with intention\, take control of their narrative\, and turn momentum into lasting impact.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/built-to-break-through-hollywood-jade-x-reve/
LOCATION:Departure House\, 58 Berkeley St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 2W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Creators Summit presented by Amazon Music,Departure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260407T140708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T154916Z
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SUMMARY:Tweets\, Tariffs\, and Tracks: The Canada-U.S. Relationship and What It Means for Music
DESCRIPTION:As headlines from Washington increasingly intersect with decisions in Canada’s music boardrooms and recording studios\, understanding that connection has never mattered more for our industry. In this fireside chat\, Mitch Glazier\, Chairman and CEO of RIAA\, joins Patrick Rogers\, CEO of Music Canada\, to unpack how U.S. trade priorities\, digital rules and debates are reshaping the policy and business environment for music on both sides of the border. Expect sharp insights on streaming policy\, the latest on AI policy developments\, and a discussion on the next wave of cross-border moves that will influence how artists and companies plan\, invest\, and build sustainable careers in music.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/tweets-tariffs-and-tracks-the-canada-u-s-relationship-and-what-it-means-for-music/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Departure,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260407T142421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T174848Z
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SUMMARY:The New Architecture of Influence: How Creators Are Reshaping Entertainment and Brands
DESCRIPTION:Leading social creators\, talent agents\, and talent development executives come together to unpack how the creator economy has evolved into a fully functioning entertainment and business ecosystem. Today’s creators are building multi-platform companies\, driving global cultural moments\, and shaping how audiences discover and engage with content. From major brand partnerships and appearances in established film and television IP to launching original franchises across social\, streaming\, and branded ecosystems\, creators are redefining how entertainment and advertising are built. This conversation explores how partnerships are becoming more strategic\, how new IP is emerging from creator-led models\, and how the rules of influence\, content\, and commerce are being rewritten in real time.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-new-architecture-of-influence-how-creators-are-reshaping-entertainment-and-brands/
LOCATION:Departure House\, 58 Berkeley St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 2W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Creators Summit presented by Amazon Music,Departure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T104500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260330T174746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T132600Z
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SUMMARY:The Art and Science of Growing Your Podcast
DESCRIPTION:You make a great podcast…. now you just need people to hear it. How do you engage the audience\, spread the word and figure out if it’s resonating? Even if you don’t have a million bucks\, there are still tips\, tricks\, tools and strategies you can use. We bring together some of the big names and big brains in audience growth to give away all their secrets.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-art-and-science-of-growing-your-podcast/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T104500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260327T172740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T170633Z
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SUMMARY:Music\, Radio & Regulation – An Open Discussion
DESCRIPTION:At last fall’s CRTC hearing on Canadian Content – The Path Forward\, broadcasters and music industry groups called for urgent updates to the regulatory framework. Issues included Cancon definitions and quotas\, regulation of online streamers\, declining local radio news\, revenue pressures\, funding for Canadian and Indigenous content\, and ownership limits. This panel revisits these issues in an open discussion as the industry awaits the CRTC’s forthcoming decision.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/music-radio-regulation-an-open-discussion/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Departure,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T101500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260408T023657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194607Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Remarks: Creators Summit
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Departure’s inaugural Creators Summit with a welcome that sets the tone for a new kind of conversation between creators\, platforms\, and audiences. \nBringing together voices from across music\, media\, and digital culture\, this opening moment will ground the day in a shared focus on community\, connection\, and creative opportunity. As Kaye Parker\, Senior Manager of Community & Audience\, puts it\, this is about building spaces where community is not just invited in\, but actively shapes the experience\, and where audiences are engaged as participants\, not just viewers. \nAs the creator economy continues to evolve\, these remarks will frame the conversations ahead\, highlighting the importance of authenticity\, access\, and collaboration in shaping what comes next. \nWelcome to the Creators Summit.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/opening-remarks-creator-summit/
LOCATION:Departure House\, 58 Berkeley St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 2W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Creators Summit presented by Amazon Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260413T203650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T181208Z
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SUMMARY:Regulating the Future: Canadian Content\, Global Platforms & What Comes Next
DESCRIPTION:In a moment of rapid transformation across music\, media\, and digital platforms\, the role of regulation has never been more consequential or more complex. In this keynote\, Vicky Eatrides\, Chairperson of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)\, takes the stage at Departure in collaboration with Radiodays North America to unpack the evolving landscape of Canadian content\, platform accountability\, and the future of broadcasting in a global\, streaming-first era. \nFrom the implementation of the Online Streaming Act to the opportunities and responsibilities facing artists\, broadcasters\, and audio leaders alike\, this session bridges the worlds of music and radio\, bringing the Departure and RDNA communities together for a timely and essential conversation. \nOffering a rare\, inside look at how policy is being shaped and how it will shape the next generation of Canadian culture\, this keynote is a must attend for anyone operating at the intersection of content\, distribution\, and influence.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/regulating-the-future-canadian-content-global-platforms-what-comes-next/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Departure,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T093000
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260424T160240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T182427Z
UID:10000129-1777972500-1777973400@departureto.com
SUMMARY:State of the Industry 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Music Canada CEO Patrick Rogers as he reflects on a decade advocating for Canada’s music business. He’ll discuss the leadership the music industry has set for all creative sectors navigating the challenge of AI\, and he’ll share candid views on Canada’s shifting regulatory framework for streaming. He’ll examine what’s most effective when it comes to shaping public policy and where our world class industry is headed next.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/state-of-the-industry-2026/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Departure,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T091500
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260407T232320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T182226Z
UID:10000090-1777971600-1777972500@departureto.com
SUMMARY:Welcome Session / Opening Remarks
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Departure Festival & Conference and Radiodays North America – two platforms united by a shared belief in the power of music\, media\, and storytelling to shape culture. \nThis week\, we bring together artists\, executives\, broadcasters\, creators\, and innovators from across the global music and audio landscape – not just to reflect on where our industries are\, but to actively define where they’re going. \nFrom the stages of Departure to the conversations driving Radiodays North America\, this is a space built for connection\, discovery\, and momentum. A place where ideas turn into partnerships\, and where the future of music\, radio\, and audio is not just discussed but created. \nWe’re proud to welcome you to Toronto\, and even prouder to build this moment together.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/welcome-session-opening-remarks/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Departure,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T105439
CREATED:20260502T215504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T215940Z
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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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