Peterborough Musicfest has recieved SOCAN’s Licensed To Play Award.
The Licensed To Play Award is presented to a Canadian business or organization that consistently demonstrates legal and ethical use of music by ensuring proper music licensing for the public performance of music. By doing so, these organizations help guarantee that songwriters, composers, and publishers are fairly compensated for their work.
“On behalf of everyone at Peterborough Musicfest, we are deeply honoured to accept this award,” said Tracey Randall, Executive Director of Peterborough Musicfest. “To be recognized by SOCAN during its centennial year, and in the same evening as Canadian icons like Joni Mitchell, Drake, and Boi-1da, is truly special. This award is a tribute to our founder Fred Anderson’s vision, our volunteers, staff, sponsors, funders, and above all, our community. Together, we have sustained what is now Canada’s Longest Running Free Admission Music Festival, operating as a not-for-profit dedicated to bringing world-class music to our region, barrier-free.”
The award was presented at the 35th SOCAN Awards Gala in Toronto.