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Feb
01
2012
News

Application Deadlines for 2012-2013

Posted below are the Application Deadlines for our next fiscal year, which runs from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013. New Program Guidelines will be available in March. Please note that for 2012-2013 we will only accept online applications. Hard copy...

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Jan
27
2012
News

Last 2011-2012 Deadline Today

Reminder: Today is the deadline for Business Travel, Showcase Support, Tour Support, and Marketing and Promotion for FACTOR Supported Sound Recordings. These are our last deadlines for the current 2011-2012 fiscal year, as outlined here. We will post the...

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Jan
19
2012
News

Clarification of Application Process and Changes

We’ve received a few phone calls and emails recently asking where our deadlines are for 2012. We’ve received this question at the beginning of previous years as well, so we’d like to clarify this process. The process Our application deadlines run per...

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Jan
18
2012
News

Program Guidelines and Applications Update

FACTOR applications will be temporarily disabled following the final deadline of each program. New program deadlines will be posted early February 2012. We intend to present new program guidelines and restore full access to...

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Jan
13
2012
News

Regarding Showcase Applications

We are aware that some potential applicants have not, as of January 13, 2012, received invitations to play eligible showcase events like Canadian Music Week, South By Southwest, MIDEM, etc. For those applicants, FACTOR will accept applications for the...

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Dec
20
2011
News

FACTOR Holiday Hours

The FACTOR office will be closed starting December 23, 2011 at 11:30am.   FACTOR will reopen January 2, 2012 at 9am.   The FACTOR staff would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.

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Dec
02
2011
News

Appeals Policy

If you have received an unfavourable decision, please be advised that FACTOR has a policy outlining the circumstances under which we may allow an appeal to the Board of Directors. The following is our internal policy, and we are posting it here for the...

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Nov
02
2011
News

MAPL, Canadian Citizenship and Company Criteria

Further to our news post from August 24, 2011, FACTOR has updated its MAPL, Canadian Citizenship and Company Criteria for all programs. For full details please click here. These updated rules will be applied to all applications received on or...

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Oct
16
2011
News

Juried Sound Recording and Demo Application Deadlines Extended

The October 28, 2011 deadline to apply for the Juried Sound Recording Program and the Demo & Commercially-Released Single Program has been extended to Wednesday, November 30, 2011. This year, FACTOR rolled out an exciting new online jury system that...

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Sep
30
2011
News

Sara Stasiuk Elected As FACTOR's NAB Chair

The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent On Recordings (FACTOR) is pleased to announce that, at its annual meeting in Toronto on September 28th, 2011, FACTOR’s National Advisory Board (NAB) elected Sara Stasiuk as its new Chair.  Sara will also join...

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Sep
29
2011
News

Important Loan Repayment Notice

FACTOR recently reorganized its loan repayment forms to align them with the language that appears in the Annex to the General Agreement, section 2.05 (b), regarding repayment obligations when a project shows net revenues (25% of net...

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Sep
28
2011
News

FACTOR applicants eligible for SoundScan discount

If you are a FACTOR applicant and you currently do not subscribe to Nielsen SoundScan, a system for tracking the sales of albums, digital tracks and music video products throughout Canada, you may be eligible for a special introductory rate on their Music...

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Sep
27
2011
News

Revision to FACTOR Recipient General Agreements

Please be advised that, going forward, all General Agreements will include a revised clause related to offensive material, reprinted below.  This clause allows FACTOR to refuse funding to projects featuring lyrics and/or artwork that contain illegal...

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Sep
16
2011
News

Updates to FACTOR Program Guidelines and Application Forms

FOR THE September 16 APPLICATION DEADLINE We have made the following changes to the Program Guidelines and Application Forms coming into effect for the application deadline on September 16, 2011: EMERGING ARTIST SOUND RECORDING PROGRAM – Program...

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Sep
12
2011
News

Video Program Deadlines Change

Please be advised that the September 30 and December 16 deadlines for the Video Program have been combined into one final deadline. The final deadline for the Video Program will be November 10, 2011. FACTOR will not accept Video Program applications...

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Sep
09
2011
News

Tour Program Update

FACTOR generally approves all eligible applications for the Tour program, providing sufficient funds are available. This year, we have received more requests than we can reasonably fund. For this reason, the FACTOR Board of Directors is in the process of...

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Aug
24
2011
News

Updates to FACTOR Program Guidelines and Application Forms

FOR THE August 26 APPLICATION DEADLINE We have made the following changes to the Program Guidelines and Application Forms coming into effect for the application deadline on August 26, 2011: COLLECTIVE INITIATIVES – Program Guidelines vers. 1.1 -We...

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Jun
27
2011
News

FACTOR Board Welcomes Three New Directors from Western Canada

FACTOR welcomed three new Directors at the Annual General Meeting on Friday, June 24, 2011. The Board of Directors are pleased to welcome   ·         Kamloops-based Rick Arnish, President, Jim Pattison...

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May
24
2011
News

Updates to FACTOR Program Guidelines and Application Forms

FOR THE MAY 27 APPLICATION DEADLINE. We have made the following changes to the Program Guidelines and Application Forms coming into effect for the application deadline on May 27, 2011:DBA Sound Recording – All Levels  – Program Guidelines vers....

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May
24
2011
News

Black Box Recordings To Refund Loan

As of today, May 24, 2011, the funding agreement between FACTOR and Black Box Recordings with respect to the current release by the band Living With Lions has been terminated by mutual agreement of all parties.  Black Box Recordings has further...

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May
20
2011
News

Statement regarding Living with Lions release

FACTOR is aware of the controversy surrounding the recording “Holy Shit” by Living with Lions. This record was made with FACTOR support under a program funded by the Department of Canadian Heritage and contributions from Canada’s private radio...

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May
19
2011
News

FACTOR To Host Panel At NXNEi

FACTOR will be presenting a panel at North By North East Interactive entitled "Fuelling your artistry with funding." The panel will focus on the complexities of Arts Funding in Canada’s Music Industry. Members of the FACTOR staff will be...

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May
12
2011
News

Updates To FACTOR Program Guidelines And Application Forms

FOR THE MAY 13 APPLICATION DEADLINE. We have made the following changes to the Program Guidelines and Application Forms coming into effect for the application deadline on May 13, 2011:Marketing and Promotion – FACTOR-Funded Sound Recordings – Application...

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Mar
31
2011
News

New Online Application System & Program Guidelines

FACTOR is now accepting applications for the 2011-2012 fiscal year through FACTOR's Online Application System. Visit onlineapp.factor.ca to create an account, review new program guidelines, as well as create, save and submit online applications for...

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Mar
29
2011
News

FACTOR Congratulates 2011 JUNO Award Winners

FACTOR sends their congratulations to all 2011 JUNO Award winners. Forty awards were presented over Juno weekend this year, including two FACTOR sponsored awards: New Group of the Year and New Artist of the Year. Both the broadcast and gala awards dinner...

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Mar
25
2011
News

Two FACTOR Seminars To Get You In-The-Know

April 1st marks the beginning of a new fiscal year at FACTOR, which means changes to programs and new deadlines. To help you wade through the changes, as well as get informed if you're new to the FACTOR process, we're happy to announce two...

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Feb
07
2011
News

Allison Outhit Appointed VP Operations of FACTOR

Toronto, February 2, 2011 – FACTOR’s President, Duncan McKie,  announced today the appointment of a new senior executive as part of FACTOR’s ongoing organizational transition process.  Ms. Allison Outhit, currently an executive with Outside...

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Feb
04
2011
News

Brian Hetherman Leaving FACTOR

Toronto, ON - February 4th, 2011 – FACTOR today announced the departure of Mr. Brian Hetherman, who is leaving the organization to pursue other interests.  Mr. Hetherman served with FACTOR for the past 14 months and during the difficult transition...

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Feb
01
2011
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Nominated for 69 JUNO Awards

02/01/2011 - Toronto, Ontario - The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) is pleased to announce that 60 FACTOR supported artists received a stunning 69 nominations at today’s 2011 JUNO Awards Nomination Announcement. Winners will be...

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Feb
01
2011
News

2011-2012 FACTOR Application Deadlines

  Below are the application deadline dates for FACTOR’s new fiscal year starting April 1, 2011 and ending March 31, 2012. New application forms will be available online April 1st, 2011. There are no application forms available at this time....

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Jan
26
2011
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Earn 81 Nominations for the ECMAs

FACTOR is proud to announce that 39 FACTOR supported artists received an incredible 81 nominations for this year’s East Coast Music Awards (ECMA). David Myles and Dave Gunning each earned five ECMA award nominations. The following six FACTOR supported...

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Nov
08
2010
News

FACTOR Announces New President

11/08/2010 - Toronto, ON - FACTOR is pleased to announce that Duncan McKie will assume the role of President of the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) effective December 13, 2010. Duncan replaces Heather Ostertag who...

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Oct
27
2010
News

BreakOut West Announces Winners For The 2010 Western Canadian Music Awards

FACTOR Supported Artists Score 12 Awards   10/27/10 – Toronto, ON - 10 FACTOR supported artists walked away with 12 awards at the 2010 Western Canadian Music Awards Sunday October 24, 2010.  The Industry Awards were presented on Saturday...

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Oct
12
2010
News

2010 Canadian Folk Music Awards Nominees Announced!

FACTOR Supported Artist Score 27 Nominations     The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) is proud to announce that 18 FACTOR supported artist received a total of 27 award nominations at the Canadian Folk Music Awards...

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Sep
15
2010
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Shine at CCMA’s

09/15/2010 –The 2010 Canadian Country Music Awards (CCMA) saw 5 FACTOR supported artist took home 9 awards at this year’s awards celebrations in Edmonton, Alberta.    The following artists have received support from FACTOR through one or more...

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Aug
10
2010
News

2010 WCMA Award Nominees Announced

46 Nominations for FACTOR Supported Artists   08/09/2010 - Toronto, Ontario - 36 FACTOR supported artists received 44 nominations at the BreakOut West 2010 Western Canadian Music Awards’ (WCMA) nominee announcement today.   The following...

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Jul
28
2010
News

CCMA Award Nominees Announced

30 Nominations for FACTOR Supported Artists   07/28/2010 - Toronto, Ontario - 16 FACTOR supported artists received an astounding 34 nominations at the Canadian Country Music Association's (CCMA) awards press announcement today in...

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Jul
06
2010
News

Polaris Music Prize Short List Announced

Factor Supported Artists Top Nomination List   07/06/2010- Toronto, Ontario- FACTOR supported artists were honoured today with 8 out of the 10 nominations at this year's Polaris Music Prize Short List announcement in Toronto.   The...

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Jun
23
2010
News

FACTOR Announces New Directors

Toronto, ON- 06/22/2010-The recent Annual General Meeting of FACTOR (Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings), held on Friday June 18, 2010 saw the departure of three of its long standing members; Alvin Jahns, Vice President, Stony Plain...

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Jun
18
2010
News

FACTOR CEO Announces Retirement

  Toronto, ON- 06/18/ 2010- The President and CEO of FACTOR, Heather Ostertag announced her retirement today at the Annual General Meeting of FACTOR.   In her announcement to the Board of Directors Ostertag said, "I have been proud...

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Jun
14
2010
News

34 MMVA Nominations For FACTOR Supported Artists

FACTOR is pleased to announce that music videos from 19 FACTOR supported artists have received 34 nominations for the 2010 Much Music Video Awards (MMVA). One nomination highlight is the “MuchFACT Indie Video Of The Year”category where all 5 nominated...

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Jun
08
2010
News

FACTOR Seminar Series- Marketing and Promotion

06/08/2010- The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) introduces a seminar on Marketing and Promotion. This seminar will discuss where musicians should start when promoting themselves, how to build a reputation with fans as well as...

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Apr
19
2010
News

FACTOR Artists Win at the JUNO Awards

Toronto, Ontario- 04/19/2010- FACTOR supported artists made a splash at his years JUNO Awards taking home an incredible 19 awards throughout this weekend’s award festivities in St. John’s, Newfoundland.   FACTOR funded the sound recordings...

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Apr
17
2010
News

Canada Music Fund Renewed!

For Immediate Release St. John’s, Newfoundland- 04/17/2010- The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, today announced that the Government of Canada is renewing sustainable funding agreements with FACTOR to...

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Apr
08
2010
News

FACTOR SEMINAR SERIES – APPLYING TO FACTOR

The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR), introduces a seminar, “How To Successfully Apply to FACTOR”.  Since FACTOR is beginning a new fiscal year, the Submissions staff will go over any changes made to programs or funding,...

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Mar
19
2010
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Score at the Indies!

Toronto, ON- 03/19/2010- FACTOR supported artists triumphed with 16 or 76% of the domestic awards presented at the 2010 “Indie” Awards. The awards show was held during the Canadian Music Week conference last week in Toronto.   FACTOR funded the...

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Mar
19
2010
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Victorious at Radio Music Awards

Toronto, ON- 03/19/2010- FACTOR supported artists shone at this year’s Canadian Radio Music Awards (CRMA) taking home an impressive 5 of the 9 or 56% of the awards presented. This year’s awards were held during the Canadian Music Week (CMW) festivities in...

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Mar
09
2010
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Sweep the 2010 East Coast Music Awards

Toronto,ON-  It was an incredible night for FACTOR supported artists at the 2010 East Coast Music Awards (ECMA), winning an astounding 70% or 21 of the 30 awards presented. The awards gala was held at Centre 200 in Sydney, Nova Scotia on Sunday,...

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Mar
04
2010
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Get 85 JUNO Award Nominations

Toronto, Ontario - FACTOR is pleased to announce that 68 FACTOR supported artists have received 85 nominations for the 2010 JUNO Awards. This year's award show will be on April 18, 2010 at the Mile One Centre in St. John's, Newfoundland and...

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Feb
19
2010
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Grab 76 Indie Award Nominations

  Toronto, Ontario - FACTOR is pleased to announce that 60 FACTOR supported artists received 76 nominations for the 10th Annual Independent Music Awards. This year's award show will be held  on Friday March 13, 2010 in...

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Feb
17
2010
News

2010-2011 Fiscal Year Deadlines

Please note - if you have started a 2009-2010 application, it will not be accepted for the 2010-2011 fiscal year. Program applications will be available online on April 1st, 2010. Collective Initiatives Program2010: May 14, July 15, September 15,...

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Jan
19
2010
News

FACTOR Seminar Series- Music Publishing

Toronto, ON - As part of their ongoing Seminar Series, The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) introduces its 8th seminar!  FACTOR will be hosting a seminar on music publishing, covering some of the basics for those...

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Jan
13
2010
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Get 25 CRMA Nominations

Toronto, Ontario- FACTOR is pleased to announce that 19 FACTOR supported artists received 25 nominations for this year's Canadian Radio Music Awards (CRMA). This years CRMA Awards will be held on Friday March 12, 2010 in...

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Dec
23
2009
News

Budget Committed for FACTOR Marketing and Promotion for Non FACTOR Sound Recording Program

FACTOR has cancelled the processing of all applications submitted for November’s Marketing and Promotion for Non - FACTOR Funded Sound Recordings program deadline. FACTOR has a finite amount of funding available and is therefore limited to the number of...

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Dec
18
2009
News

FACTOR WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR

Toronto, Ontario - FACTOR is pleased to announce the addition of a new director to the FACTOR Board. Effective immediately, Rob Lanni will represent the Music Managers Forum of Canada on the FACTOR Board of Directors. The seat was previously...

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Dec
10
2009
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Grab 72 ECMA Nominations!

FACTOR is pleased to announce that 34 FACTOR supported artists received 72 award nominations for this year's East Coast Music Awards (ECMA). This years ECMA Awards Gala will be held on March 7th, 2010 in Cape Breton.   The following...

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Dec
08
2009
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Get Grammy Nominations!

Toronto, Ontario - FACTOR is thrilled to announce that two FACTOR supported artists have received nominations at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards. The announcement by The Recording Academy was made on Dec 2, 2009 in Los Angeles. Beast's...

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Nov
30
2009
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Triumph at Folk Awards

Toronto, Ontario – FACTOR supported artists came out in full force at this year’s Canadian Folk Music Awards (CFMA), winning an astounding 13 of the 19 awards presented in Ottawa this past Saturday. An incredible 68% of the awards went to artists that...

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Nov
16
2009
News

Hetherman Joins FACTOR Team

Toronto, Ontario, 11/16/2009 - FACTOR is pleased to announce the addition of a new member to the staff, Vice-President, Industry Affairs Brian Hetherman.  Prior to being offered the position, Brian tendered his resignation from the FACTOR...

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Nov
16
2009
News

5 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 7 APCMA's

FACTOR would like to congratulate all artists for their achievement(s) at this year’s Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music, especially the following 5 FACTOR supported artist who received a total of 7 awards at this years awards gala.   Andrea Menard -...

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Nov
03
2009
News

FACTOR Seminar Series

Toronto, ON -  FACTOR will be hosting a seminar November 17th, 2009 on making a sound recording, with tips on the best ways to record your music.   This will be an interactive two hour Q&A discussion with industry...

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Sep
24
2009
News

Congratulations to all 2009 CCMA Recipients!

Congratulations to all 2009 CCMA Recipients!  Congratulations to the following FACTOR supported artists for their achievements at this year's CCMA awards show held Sunday September 13, 2009 in Vancouver, British Columbia:  Album of...

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Aug
20
2009
News

Getting Off The Ground - A FACTOR Seminar

Toronto, ON - As part of their ongoing Seminar Series, The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) introduces its 7th seminar!  FACTOR will be hosting a seminar on getting off the ground in the music industry, covering...

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Aug
04
2009
News

Job Posting- VICE-PRESIDENT, INDUSTRY RELATIONS

An integral senior member of the management team at FACTOR, the  Vice-President, Industry Relations acts in concert with the President and CEO as the voice and the face of FACTOR to its many stakeholder groups. RESPONSIBILITIES - Reporting...

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Aug
04
2009
News

Five Year Commitment to Canada Music Fund Announced!

For Immediate Release Toronto, Ontario- 07/31/2009 -"We should be proud of what we as Canadians have created. It is unique, it is distinct and it is working." Heather Ostertag, President & CEO of FACTOR said today, in response to an announcement made...

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Aug
04
2009
News

FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 21 CCMA Nominations!

Wednesday July 29, 2009 - Toronto, ON - FACTOR and The FACTOR Board of Directors congratulate the following FACTOR supported artists on their 2009 Canadian Country Music Award (CCMA) nomination(s). Of the 9 musical categories to be presented on the...

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Jul
08
2009
News

8 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive Polaris Nominations!

The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent On Recordings ( FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada's Radio Broadcasters, Congratulate the Following 8 FACTOR supported artists on their nominations for this year's Polaris...

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Jul
08
2009
News

New Director Announced

The recent Annual General Meeting of FACTOR (The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent On Recording), held on Thursday June 25th, 2009 saw the departure of one of its members Rob Farina, VP- Program Development for CTVglobemedia/ CHUM Radio. He has...

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Jun
22
2009
News

FACTOR Seminar Series - June 30, 2009

FACTOR Presents… …A Seminar on Touring and Showcasing! Toronto, ON - As part of their ongoing Seminar Series the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) introduces its 6th seminar! Back by popular demand FACTOR will be hosting a...

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Apr
01
2009
News

39 JUNO Awards - 26 Go to FACTOR Supported Artists!

Toronto, ON - FACTOR along with the department of Canadian Heritage and Canada's Private Radio Broadcasters would like to congratulate all artists who received a JUNO at this years' JUNO Weekend held in Vancouver, BC Of the 39 JUNO recipients this year,...

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Mar
30
2009
News

FACTOR SEMINAR SERIES – APPLYING TO FACTOR!

As part of their ongoing Seminar Series the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) introduces its fifth seminar! Back by popular demand FACTOR will be hosting a seminar on “How to Successfully Apply to FACTOR”.  Not only is it...

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Mar
24
2009
News

25 FACTOR Supported Artists Up For 36 National Jazz Awards!

The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada’s Radio Broadcasters, congratulate the following 25 FACTOR supported artists on their 36 nominations at this year’s National Jazz...

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Mar
24
2009
News

11 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 11 SJA Nominations!

The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada’s radio Broadcasters, congratulate the following 11 FACTOR supported artists on their nominations at this year’s Smooth Jazz Awards....

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Feb
11
2009
News

57 FACTOR Supported Artists-71 Indie Award Nominations!

February 11, 2009 – Toronto, ON – The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada’s private radio broadcasters would like to congratulate the following 57 FACTOR supported artists...

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Feb
04
2009
News

85 FACTOR Supported Artists-101 JUNO Nominations!

February 4, 2009 – Toronto, ON – The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada’s private radio broadcasters would like to congratulate the following 85 FACTOR supported artists on...

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Feb
04
2009
News

FACTOR Seminar Series - Getting Your Music On Air!

Toronto, ON - The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR), introduces their fourth seminar, How to Get Your Music on the Radio! FACTOR is excited to bring to this seminar radio industry professionals Yvonne Valnea President of Last...

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Jan
05
2009
News

34 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 61 ECMA Nominations!

Monday January 5, 2009 – Toronto, ON - The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada’s private radio broadcasters would like to congratulate the following 34 FACTOR...

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Nov
18
2008
News

5 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 8 APCMA's!

Congratulations to the following FACTOR supported artists for their achievement(s) at this years’ Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards awards held Friday November 7, 2008 in Winnipeg Manitoba; Eagle & Hawk - Original Entertainer of the...

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Oct
21
2008
News

13 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 15 WCMA's!

Congratulations to the following FACTOR supported artists for their achievement(s) at this years’ WCMA awards show held Sunday October 19th, 2008 in Edmonton Alberta; Alex Cuba - Outstanding World Recording Bob Evans - Outstanding Instrumental...

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Sep
30
2008
News

FACTOR Supported Artist wins Polaris Music Prize!

Tuesday September 30, 2008 - Toronto, ON - The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada's private radio broadcasters would like to congratulate FACTOR supported indie artist...

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Sep
29
2008
News

7 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 14 CAMA Nominations!

Monday September 29th, 2008 - Toronto, ON - The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada's private radio broadcasters would like to congratulate the following 7 FACTOR...

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Sep
17
2008
News

Congratulations to all 2008 CCMA Recipients!

Congratulations to the following FACTOR supported artists for their achievement at this years’ CCMA awards show held Monday September 8, 2008 in Winnipeg Manitoba; Female Artist of the Year – Jessie FarrellMale Artist of the Year – Johnny ReidAlbum of...

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Aug
11
2008
News

38 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 48 WCMA Nominations!

August 11, 2008 - Toronto, ON - The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada's private radio broadcasters would like to congratulate the following 37 FACTOR supported artists for...

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Jul
30
2008
News

20 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 48 CCMA Nominations!

Wednesday July 30, 2008 – Toronto, ON - The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) along with the Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada’s private radio broadcasters would like to congratulate the following 20 FACTOR supported...

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May
15
2008
News

FACTOR Seminar Series - Tuesday May 20, 2008…

TREATING YOUR BAND LIKE A BUSINESS FACTOR, the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings, introduces its third seminar. This time we're tackling all the things you need to know about how to treat your band like a business. We want to answer any...

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Apr
09
2008
News

20 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 26 Juno's!

On April 7th, 2008, 20 FACTOR supported artists walked away form the Calgary Saddledome with 26 Juno's! FACTOR is proud to have supported the following artists in their musical careers and congratulates them on their success! Alex Cuba Arcade...

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Mar
06
2008
News

68 FACTOR supported Artists Receive 76 Indie Award Nominations!

March 6, 2008 - Congratulations to all artists nominated for the 2008 Indie Awards! FACTOR is proud to have supported the following 68 nominees; 3 Inches of BloodAlex CubaAlexisonfireAmon TobinAnonymousArcade FireAttack in BlackBedouin...

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Mar
06
2008
News

13 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 17 CRMA Nominations…

March 6, 2008 - FACTOR is proud to have supported the following artists and congratulates them on their nomination(s) for this years Canadian Radio Music Awards being held at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto on Friday March 7, 2008;   Alex J....

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Feb
20
2008
News

Upcoming FACTOR Seminar Series

Clean Out Dad’s Van, We’re Gonna Tour FACTOR presents a seminar on touring and showcasing   FACTOR, the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings, introduces its second seminar. This time we're tackling touring and showcasing.   We...

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Feb
12
2008
News

66 FACTOR Supported Artists Receive 87 JUNO Nominations

Toronto, ON (February 12, 2008) - FACTOR is proud to have supported the following artists and congratulates them on being nominated for the upcoming 2008 JUNO awards in Calgary on Sunday April 6th 2008; Alex Cuba God Made Me Funky Oh...

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Oct
15
2007
News

FACTOR Launches Seminar Series!

For Immediate Release:  FACTOR Launches Seminar Series!       October 15, 2007 FACTOR – The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent On Recordings is launching a new, educational component to the Resource Centre. How To...

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Sep
13
2007
News

38 FACTOR supported artists receive 48 WCMA nominations!

Toronto, ON (September 13, 2007) - Congratulations to all WCMA nominees!FACTOR is proud to have supported the following 38 artists and congratulates them on being nominated for the 2007 WCMA’s in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Sunday October 21st,...

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Aug
01
2007
News

23 FACTOR supported artists receive 47 CCMA nominations!

Toronto, ON (August 1, 2007) - Congratulations to all CCMA nominees!FACTOR is proud to have supported the following 23 artists and congratulates them on being nominated for the 2007 CCMA’s in Regina Saskatchewan, Monday September 9th,...

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Nov
15
2005
News

FACTOR celebrates $33.5 million in funding from Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters

At a reception held last week at the CAB convention, FACTOR hosted a special reception to acknowledge the all important funding that the foundation receives from Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters.  The combined total contribution from inception...

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Sep
15
2005
News

Duff Roman Appointed Director Emeritus

Duff Roman, Vice President, Industry Affairs & Digital Radio for CHUM Limited, has been appointed Director Emeritus of FACTOR. When the FACTOR Board of Directors commenced implementation of its new rotation policy they were concerned about FACTOR...

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