FOLK MUSIC ONTARIO CONFERENCE 2025
This year’s event offers a dynamic range of opportunities, including:
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Official, Spotlight, and Private Showcases designed to facilitate artist discovery and career growth
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Export-Ready programming, connecting artists with international buyers through curated B2B meetings
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Receptions, Lightning Talks, and informal gatherings to foster meaningful business relationships
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A full schedule of panels, workshops, roundtable discussions, and peer-to-peer sessions
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The Developing Artist Program for artists aged 25 and under, offering mentorship, training, and showcasing opportunities
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The Ontario Folk Music Awards, celebrating the achievements of our community with awards presentations and performances
The 2025 Folk Music Ontario Conference promises four days of music, learning, and connections that can shape your career. We can't wait to see you there!
Take a look at this year's
Conference Schedule
Join our friends and digital marketing partner Indie Montreal for a laid-back reception at the Delta Hotel from 10-11 am on Saturday, October 18th. Mimosas, coffee, tea and light refreshments will be served. The event is invite-only and we kindly ask that you RSVP.
Join your fellow FMO delegates for our curated networking dinners at some of Ottawa’s top restaurants. These small-group meals are a chance to unwind after the day’s events, connect with colleagues in a relaxed setting, and enjoy a specially prepared menu highlighting each venue’s signature dishes.
Nous avons le plaisir de vous partager une invitation spéciale de la part du Bureau du Québec à Toronto à assister à leur reception offerte dans le cadre
Join the Folk Canada team for this pre-conference orientation tailored to help you navigate the 2025 Folk Music Ontario Conference with confidence.
Folk Canada Members are invited to join us, along with festival directors and Ottawa Arts Industry professionals for an evening of networking, refreshments, and music!
You’re invited to network with artists and industry over food and bevvies, while listening to some of the finest in Canadian Folk!
Join us for 2 sessions at the Folk Alliance International Conference, exploring the pressing threats climate change poses to cultural practices, the arts, and the economy, while fostering dialogue on how the cultural sector is adapting, innovating, and advocating for sustainability.
An introduction to the operational considerations of offering festival attendees harm reduction services.
HOST HOTEL
Delta Hotels Ottawa City Centre
101 Lyon St. N, Ottawa, ON K1R 5T9
613-237-3600
OUR CONFERENCE BLOCK IS NOW SOLD OUT. If you are looking to book a hotel, refer to the alternative hotel list below.
Discounted rates are SOLD OUT
HOTEL
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5R7
(613) 238-1122
Our room block has sold out, but there may be rooms available at the regular hotel rate. For other hotel options, please refer to the below alternative hotel list.
GETTING HERE
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer for the FMO Conference and be part of Canada's largest gathering of the Folk Music Industry!
FMO Volunteer Perks!
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Complimentary Conference Registration
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T-shirt
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Snacks
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The opportunity to meet some of your favourite performers and people in the industry
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A chance to grow your skills and get experience
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Hear amazing music!
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Knowing that you are contributing to a signature event in the Folk Music community
We ask that volunteers commit between 12-18 hours of time before/during/after the conference.
Please fill out the volunteer form, and the FMO Volunteer Coordinator will reach out shortly after it’s completed!
If you have any questions please contact us directly.
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PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY
Supported by a contribution from
Global Affairs Canada’s CanExport Associations program.
