NSMW Conference - Meetups & Mixers
Thursday, November 7


  • Format:
    Workshop 

    Host/Moderator: Erinn Williams

    Panelists: Art Ross

    Track: Career Foundations/Next Steps

    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass Holders

    Date: Thursday, November 7

    Time: 3:00pm- 4:00pm

    Venue: Artist Lounge

    Welcome to a supportive community that embraces and celebrates the talents of LGBTQIA2+ musicians. Our peer support group offers a safe and welcoming space where queer artists might come together to share experiences, exchange ideas, and uplift one another on their musical journeys.

  • Format: Mixer

    Host: Maddy Oliver

    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass Holders

    Date: Thursday, November 7

    Time: 3:30PM-4:30PM

    Venue: Orchard Hall

    Young Music Professionals (YMP) is a not-for-profit organization that works to create a clear, accessible, and supportive career pipeline in the country’s music industry.

    The network is dedicated to connecting members with each other, industry veterans, and opportunities.

  • Format: Mixer

    Pre-registration Required: Yes

    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass Holders

    Date: Thursday, November 7

    Time: 4:00pm - 6:30pm

    Venue: Wolfville Curling Club

    Pre-registration Link: https://podio.com/webforms/29847382/2477574


    Join us for a rousing round of curling while meeting and mingling with international and domestic delegates. Pre-registration is required. First Come, First Served. Subject to capacity. Thursday Nov 7th, 4:00pm to 6:30pm at the Wolfville Curling Club.

  • Format: Round Table

    Host: Duane Narducchio

    Date: Thursday, November 7

    Time: 7:30PM - 8:30PM

    Venue: The Church Brewing Co.

    Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative (CBMIC) is a not-for-profit organization that was developed to grow and support Cape Breton's music industry.

NSMW Conference - Meetups & Mixers
Friday, November 8

  • Format: Speed Meeting
    Host/Moderator: Steph Pronk
    Pre-registration Required: Yes
    Track: Career Foundations
    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass Holders
    Date: Friday, November 8
    Time: 11:00AM - 11:50AM
    Venue: NSMW Artist Lounge
    Pre-registration Link:https://podio.com/webforms/29961135/2493562

    Are
    you a pre-emerging artist who has not recorded professionally? 
    Gain experience recording in-studio by partnering with NSCC students. Through this partnership, you'll receive a stereo 2-track demo that you can use for: booking shows, festivals and showcasing opportunities; and applying for grants.

    The Nova Scotia Community College has a Music Production and Engineering program at its Ivany campus in Dartmouth, and with it a state-of-the-art modern recording studio.  You'll get to spend time in-studio, experiencing the recording process from start to finish. 

    This is an NSCC student-driven project, where the students are honing their craft through practical experience. Multi-track files are not included in this offer. The project(s) must be completed by April 20, 2025.

    Pre-Registration is required.

  • Format: Workshop 

    Host/Moderator: Errin Williams

    Panelists: Nicole Ariana

    Pre-registration Required: No

    Track: Career Foundations/Next Steps

    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass / Artist Pass

    Date: Friday, November 8

    Time: 2:30pm- 3:30pm

    Venue: Artist Lounge

    Join us for a meet-up specifically for neurodivergent artists to connect and share experiences. This session will be an opportunity to share practical strategies for navigating the creative industry and addressing common challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals. Come ready to exchange ideas, network, and discuss opportunities for collaboration.

  • Format: Mixer

    Pre-registration Required: No

    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass Holders

    Date: Friday, November 8

    Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm

    Venue: The Axe Bar


    An industry mixer and trivia session hosted by la Fédération acadienne culturelle de la Nouvelle-Écosse (FéCANE) open to all NSMW pass holders. Featuring a DJ set by Alchemix.

    Un apéro de réseautage et soirée quiz avec les professionnels de l'industrie de la musique organisé par la Fédération acadienne culturelle de la Nouvelle-Écosse (FéCANE) avec un DJ set de Alchemix.. Ouvert à tous les détenteurs d'un laissez-passer NSMW.

  • Format: Reception

    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass Holders

    Date: Friday, November 8

    Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm

    Venue: Orchard Hall

    Please join Music Nova Scotia as we officially open the 27th annual Nova Scotia Music Week!

NSMW Conference - meetups & mixers
Saturday, November 9

  • Format: 

    Host/Moderator: Errin Williams

    Participants: Maya Taraschi

    Track: Career Foundations/Next Steps

    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass Holders

    Date: Saturday, November 9th

    Time: 2:30PM - 3:30PM

    Venue: Artist Lounge

    Join us for a meet-up for BIPOC artists to connect and share their unique experiences in the creative industry. This session will address the challenges and opportunities specific to BIPOC creatives, fostering discussions on representation, access, and community support. Come to network, exchange ideas, and explore collaborative projects that amplify diverse voices in the arts.

  • Format: Mixer

    Participants: Rebecca Szymkow

    Track: Next Steps

    Entry: NSMW Delegate Pass Holders

    Date: Saturday, November 9

    Time: 4:30PM-5:30PM

    Venue: Orchard Hall

    Enjoy some drinks and light fare and mingle with the Women in Music Canada community!

    RSVP to join us!

    Women in Music Canada (WIMC) is a registered non-profit organization and one of the largest music industry associations in Canada. Through programming, community building, and online resources our goal is to strengthen the social-economic balance of the music industry.