Jasmeet Raina (Jus Reign) takes the stage for a special moderated keynote exploring his evolution from pioneering digital creator to the star and co-creator of the hit series Late Bloomer. […]
Step into the upstairs lobby at the Bluma Appel Theatre for an intimate Sound Break performance by the neverminds presented by TO Live. Designed as a close-up musical moment within the energy of Departure, this stripped-back set offers a rare opportunity to experience emerging and established artists in a more personal, immersive setting. With the […]
Music Publishers Canada presents an intimate keynote interview with award-winning music supervisor, Mary Ramos. Mary’s illustrious career spans from iconic films like Quentin Tarrantino’s Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2, Inglourious Basterds, Django Unchained, and The Hateful Eight to the acclaimed series Being the Ricardos, Mrs. America, Little Fires Everywhere, Black Bird, and Wu-Tang: An […]
Long before South Asian music became a global force, producers in Canada were quietly shaping the sound that would carry it there. Artists like Deep Jandu didn’t just participate in the rise of Punjabi music; they helped define its modern identity, building a sonic language that now resonates worldwide. In this special Producer Playback session, […]
This VP Records–sponsored panel will explore the evolving landscape of Caribbean music and its growing influence on the global cultural ecosystem. Bringing together emerging cultural leaders, the conversation will examine how Caribbean music continues to shape international sound and culture, while spotlighting the next generation of promoters, curators, and tastemakers driving grassroots movements across scenes. […]
In this candid and wide-ranging conversation at Departure, Deryck Whibley sits down with acclaimed music journalist Karen Bliss to reflect on a career that helped define a generation of rock […]
Syncstate is a sync-focused platform built around a headline event featuring music supervisors and sync representatives in an interactive conversation where audiences see how a song actually gets placed in […]
Black music has long been the foundation of global sound, shaping everything from R&B and soul to hip hop, pop and beyond. In Canada, a new generation of artists is […]
Hear highlights from the work of the City of Toronto’s Music Office and the Toronto Music Advisory Committee to support local music through policy initiatives and the City’s Music Strategy.
When Heated Rivalry premiered to critical acclaim, it wasn’t just the storytelling that resonated - it was the music. The emotional architecture of the series, shaped by composer Peter Peter […]
Departure’s marquee event honouring industry trailblazers and the biggest stars. The Departure Honours presented by Ticketmaster is an exclusive star-studded event celebrating the trailblazers who are shaping our cultural landscape, […]
Departure 2026 and Paquin are proud to present Stuck On Planet Earth, Ethan Miller, Janky, Fine Food Market, and Sarah Vanderzon and at Rivoli on Thursday, May 7! From May 4–10, […]
