The Musicians' Union: Everything you wanted to know about joining

Event Description

Members and non-members alike are invite to attend this information session about the AFM/CFM and our Local 518, Union of Professional Musicians, serving Eastern Ontario.

Liana White, the Executive Director of the CFM (Canadian Federation of Musicians) is the guest speaker. Panel Q&A to follow. Light refreshments served.

Ms. White has vast experience in the arts and entertainment community, a solid reputation as a knowledgeable resource on cross-border immigration requirements, and a demonstrated understanding of the needs of musician’s today. In her new role Ms. White will oversee governance matters for the union at large, including serving as the primary liaison with Local affiliate offices and for member relations.

Over the Years, White has become recognized within the Canadian music industry in industry publications and associations, such as: Canadian Musician Magazine, Songwriters Association of Canada, Canadian Conference of the Arts, The New Indie (Volume II), Orchestras Canada, Phemphat Entertainment Group [Honey Jam], East Coast Music Association, Music Nova Scotia, Music Manitoba, Toronto Downtown Jazz, Metalworks Institute and International Musician. White has written articles, given interviews and provided artist-immigration and general AFM consultation to these industry publications and associations.

For more information, please call (416) 606-0799.