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Call for Nominations: Folk Canada Board of Directors – 2026 Election
Folk Canada is seeking passionate and qualified individuals to stand as candidates in the 2026 election of its Board of Directors. Election to the board represents an opportunity to serve the Canadian Folk Community, develop new relationships, and to champion and guide the organization into the future. Elected or acclaimed directors will begin their term following ratification of the election results at the 2026 Annual General Meeting. Terms will conclude at the 2029 AGM. F
May 21
Refolkus Podcast - Mastering Sustainable Touring with Shawna Caspi
In this week’s episode, we chat to Toronto-based folk roots singer-songwriter Shawna Caspi. We delve into the realities of touring in today’s music industry and how artists can build more sustainable touring practices. We also get into frugal touring tips, navigating rising travel costs, finding creative ways to save money on the road, and the importance of community, authenticity, and artist well-being while touring. Listen/Subscribe to Refolkus: https://refolkus.transistor.
May 20
Remembering Cris Derksen
Cris Derksen Performing at the 2024 Folk Music Ontario Conference Folk Canada is shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden passing of renowned Cree cellist and composer Cris Derksen over the weekend. Cris was a frequent performer at our member folk festivals and venues across Canada, and was represented by Folk Canada member Nicole Rochefort at AIM Booking Agency. There are many beautiful tributes to Cris that have been published in the media and on socials, including ones f
May 19
Syrenka x Polky @ Small World Music
Syrenka x Polky @ Small World Music Feminist Polish Animation + Single Release + Panel Thursday, May 28, 2026 - 7:00 PM Small World Centre - Toronto, ON A unique evening celebrating Polish art, music, and feminist storytelling in Toronto. This unconventional single release event blends live music, animation, and artist discussion. It features a live performance by POLKY celebrating the release of their new single Ache, a trailer screening of Syrenka: Legend of the Warsaw M
May 15
Brooklyn Doran: Heavy Hurt
Brooklyn Doran: Heavy Hurt “Heavy Hurt” is a grunge-tinged indie-rock song about the transition from being on tour to being home; especially when you are leaving behind someone you love. This song explores mental health and the hardships of being on the road and the duality of doing something that you love that also sometimes hurts you at the same time. Click here for more info
May 15
Freya Milliken: Where I Stand
Freya Milliken: Where I Stand Described as “a fresh new voice in folk music” (Jan Vanderhorst, Just Us Folk), Nova Scotian singer-songwriter Freya Milliken has been making large strides in her career through emerging artist programs at the Winnipeg Folk Festival and Folk Canada, plus a recent commission for Symphony Nova Scotia. This summer, she is making her debut at Stan Rogers Folk Festival in Canso, NS. On May 14th, Freya Milliken will be releasing a new single titled
May 15
James LeClaire: The Sound Of You Gone
James LeClaire: The Sound Of You Gone “The Sound Of You Gone” was written out of heartbreak. A heart that I chose to break which also then crushed mine. I was in love with a woman but didn’t think it was going to work out in the long run. So, I made a hard decision for us to go our separate ways. This track describes all the sounds of things that don’t make noise but suddenly seemed heightened with the lack of her presence. Her absence was the only thing I could focus on. Th
May 15
Jessica Pearson & The East Wind @ Haliburton County Folk Society
Jessica Pearson & The East Wind @ Haliburton County Folk Society w/ Jocelyn Regina of Lunar Bloom Saturday, May 30, 7:30 pm Royal Canadian Legion - Haliburton, ON The Haliburton County Folk Society is excited to present Jessica Pearson & The East Wind. Like sirens calling from an ancient shore, the haunting three-part harmonies of Jessica Pearson & The East Wind will bind you in a timeless folkloric spell. Alchemizing roots, classic country, Americana and Celtic soundscape
May 15
Girls+ To The Front @ Irenes Pub
Girls+ To The Front @ Irenes Pub w/ Kristine St. Pierre, Krista Hartman & Loch Nisse Monster Wednesday, May 20 8 PM - 10:30 PM Irenes Pub - Ottawa, ON Girls+ To The Front: Catch Kristine St-Pierre, Krista Hartman, and Loch Nisse Monster bringing fierce musicality and fresh lyricism to the stage in Ottawa for this one-time-only midweek feature! Click here for more info
May 15
Hannah & Nathan: ‘Love and Labour’ Album Release Tour
Hannah & Nathan: ‘Love and Labour’ Album Release Tour On May 15th, Hannah & Nathan released Love and Labour, the debut collaborative album from two of Ontario's most respected voices in traditional and folk music. A collection of eight original compositions, two traditional songs, and one contemporary cover, the album is a testament to creative partnership, close-harmony singing, and a shared reverence for the Appalachian old-time and singing traditions that brought them to
May 15
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