CONFERENCE
FOLK MUSIC ONTARIO
CONFERENCE
October 15-19, 2025
LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED
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WHAT IS THE CONFERENCE?
Established in 1987, the Folk Music Ontario Conference has been the largest gathering of the professional Folk Music community in Canada. Since the inaugural gathering in 1986 as the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals, the conference has connected artists and presenters through showcasing, one-on-one meetings, networking, peer sessions, panels, mentorship, and other career development opportunities.
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The Folk Music Ontario Conference is the premiere networking event for the Canadian Folk Music community, and we welcome international participation by artists and industry delegates. Networking opportunities through receptions, gatherings, and our online Lightning Talks help you connect with other delegates to do business and develop relationships.
Showcases are an integral way to facilitate discovery and opportunities for artists at any stage in their career. Official Showcases are selected by a jury of industry professionals through an open application process. Spotlight Showcases can be applied for or presented through our industry partnership program.
2024 CONFERENCE
​The 2024 Conference took place in person from October 3-6th and was hosted at the Delta Hotels Toronto in Mississauga, Ontario.
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Over 800 attendees enjoyed insightful panels, hands-on workshops, dazzling showcases, and fruitful networking sessions.
Highlights included:​
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Over 60 buyers from across the world taking in Canadian talent as part of the Export development Program
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70+ Panels, Peer Sessions, Workshops
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550 Lightning Talks Meetings (B2B)
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and so much more!
2024 CONFERENCE REPORT
2023 CONFERENCE
​The 2023 Conference took place in person from October 12-15th and was hosted at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in London, Ontario.
The 2022 conference took place October 13-16 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in London, Ontario.
The Conference featured showcases for artists to perform before industry professionals, enhancing visibility and connections. Attendees engaged in professional development through panels, workshops, and discussions led by experts, sharing insights and practices. Networking opportunities flourished with structured meetings and casual receptions, creating a vibrant atmosphere for collaboration. The DoubleTree ballroom served as a central hub, promoting spontaneous interactions and making the event a vital gathering for the Folk community.​​
2022 CONFERENCE
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