Join CAAMA at the 22nd Annual International Marketplace in our new home with NXNE.
We are located in the Galleria (main floor) TIFF Lightbox, (50 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5)
You will find us in the room with the flags.
CAAMA’s International Marketplace and international trade activities are produced in collaboration with Billboard Canada at NXNE.
CAAMA gratefully acknowledges support from the Can-Export for Associations program, Global Affairs and Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
FRIDAY, JUNE 12
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
EXPORT CAFÉ – Meet the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) Booth
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
PANEL:: Spotlight on the UK
1:00 – 1:45 PM. (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
PANEL:: London Calling – UK Bound – Strategies for Canadian Artists and Industry in London UK
1:10 pm – 1:50 PM. (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
PANEL:The New Touring Map: Breaking Artists Domestically and Internationally
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
B2B MEETINGS: Meet the UK: Pre-Arranged, curated B2B Trade Meetings with Incoming Mission Participants
SATURDAY, JUNE 13
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
EXPORT CAFÉ – Meet the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) Booth
11:40 AM –12:20 PM. (TIFF Lightbox Theatre)
PANEL:Where’s my Money? Navigating International Royalties
– NXNE Next Level: The Artist & Recorded Business : Artists • Labels • A&R • Publishing • Marketing • Digital & Brands
12:25 PM – 1:05 PM (TIFF Lightbox Theatre)
PANEL: Worldwide Strategy: Managing Artists for Global Success
NXNE Next Level: The Artist & Recorded Business : Artists • Labels • A&R • Publishing • Marketing • Digital & Brands
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
PANEL:: Spotlight on the EU, LATM – Meet the World
1:10 PM –1:50 PM. (TIFF Lightbox Theatre)
PANEL:No Borders: Global Release Strategy in 2026
NXNE Next Level:The Artist & Recorded Business: Artists • Labels • A&R • Publishing • Marketing • Digital & Brands
1:55 PM – 2:35 PM. (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Cinema 4)
PANEL: An Independent Artist’s Path to Global Success: JONATHAN ROY (Case Study)
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
B2B MEETINGS: Spotlight on LATM, EU – Meet the World
Pre-Arranged, curated B2B Trade Meetings with Incoming Mission Participants from LATM, EU and more
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2026 International Marketplace at NXNE
Programming Details
FRIDAY, JUNE 12
10 AM-5 PM (IMP@NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
MEET THE CANADIAN TRADE COMMISSIONER SERVICE (TCS) @ Intl. Marketplace Export Cafe
The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Music and the Arts (CAAMA) – in collaboration with Global Affairs presents an opportunity to meet with Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) representing trade commissioners from Canadian embassies and consulates from various posts around the world. TCS is onsite at the IMP to meet with export-ready Canadian artists & companies.
11:00-11:45 AM (IMP@NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
PANEL: SPOTLIGHT ON THE UK
This panel explores the vast potential of the UK’s thriving music market for international stakeholders. The UK hosts an extensive digital ecosystem, incl. some 600 licensed radio stations, high-speed internet connectivity in the world’s third-largest music market. More than 80% of UK music consumption is driven by digital formats, with millions of monthly active users relying on platforms like Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, and Apple Music. High-speed internet also powers digital ticketing and promotional ecosystems, helping to drive massive music tourism. With its similarities to the Canadian music market, shared values and culture, the UK represents a unique opportunity for global music industry professionals and in particular, export-ready Canadian artists. This panel will explore how Canadians are tapping into the UK’s rich musical landscape. Panelists will touch on strategic entry points for engaging with this vibrant market and fresh opportunities for access, revenue and cross-border collaborations.
MODERATOR: Richard Mills, Founder, Global Creative Partners (ON Canada)
PANELISTS:
1. Ellen McEleney (She/Her), Promoter, DF Concerts Events (Glasgow, Scotland)
2. Michael Dixon – Sodarock Entertainment Management Company, Eastcote Recording Studios) (Canada-UK)
3. Sacha Skarbek – Award-winning Songwriter – Skarbek Songwriting Academy
4. Zac Peters, Booking Agent – One Fiinix Live
(CAAMA Building Without Borders Series)
1:00 – 1:45 PM (IMP@NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
PANEL: LONDON CALLING, UK BOUND: STRATEGIES FOR CANADIAN ARTISTS & INDUSTRY IN LONDON (UK)
London, UK has long served as a global gateway for music discovery, making it a strategic destination for Canadian artists and industry professionals looking to export their sound internationally. As one of the world’s most influential music hubs, London offers direct access to major record labels, publishing companies, booking agencies, and media platforms which shaped global music trends. For Canadians, the city provides a culturally aligned yet highly competitive market where original indie music can gain meaningful traction beyond North America.
This panel will explore why London remains a critical launchpad for Canadian talent, highlighting pathways into the UK market through showcasing opportunities, sync and publishing networks, and strategic partnerships. Speakers will discuss the importance of building a presence in London—from live performances and industry events to radio and streaming exposure—while navigating differences in audience behavior and market dynamics. Attendees will gain insight into how Canadian artists have leveraged existing music export opportunities, developed relationships with UK-based stakeholders, and positioned themselves for sustainable international growth.
By examining real-world success stories and practical entry points, this conversation will equip artists, managers, and music entrepreneurs with knowledge needed to bridge the Canadian and UK music ecosystems and unlock new global opportunities.
MODERATOR: Michael Ginzburg, Ginzburg Live (Hamburg, Germany)
PANELISTS:
1. Cindy Sun, Label Manager – Eastcote Records;
2. Elín Hall, Artist – Canadian ex-pat) (London, UK)
3. Tyson Venegas, Artist (Canadian BC-based)
(CAAMA Building Without Borders Series)
1:10 PM -1:50 PM. (TIFF Lightbox Theatre)
PANEL: THE NEW TOURING MAP: BREAKING ARTISTS DOMESTICALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY
As touring continues to evolve, breaking an artist today requires more than just hitting major cities. From regional fan-building and strategic support slots to international festival circuits and data-driven routing, this panel explores how artists develop sustainable touring careers across domestic and global markets. Industry leaders will discuss what it takes to build demand in new territories, navigate rising costs and visa challenges, identify the right markets at the right time, and turn touring into a long-term growth strategy for emerging and developing artists.
1. Richard Trapunski, National Editor – Billboard Canada
2. Vinny Cinquemani, Co-President – Paquin Artists Abency
3. Zac Peters, Booking Agent – One Fiinix Live (London, UK)
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox Galleria Main Floor)
B2B MEETINGS: MEET THE UK: Pre-Arranged, curated B2B Trade Meetings with Incoming Mission Participants
The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Music and the Arts (CAAMA) in collaboration with Billboard Canada and Global Affairs – present an opportunity to meet one-on-one with members of the incoming mission from the UK. A unique opportunity to build relationships, expand your network, exchange cards, set the foundation to bring your music to potential new music fans and industry in the UK Meetings are pre-arranged and curated. Stop by the IMP for more details on how the meetings works and hot to participate in future.
MEETING HOSTS:
1. Cindy Sun, Label Manager – Eastcote Records;
2. Ellen MCEleney (She/Her), Promoter –DF Concerts & Events (Glasgow, Scotland)
3. Michael Dixon – Eastcote Recording Studios,Sodarock
4. Michael Ginzburg – Ginzburg Live (Hamburg, Germany)
5. Sacha Skarbek, Award-winning Songwriter – Skarbek Sngwriting Academy
6. Zac Peters, Booking Agent – One Fiinix Live
(CAAMA Building Without Borders Series)
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SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
MEET THE CANADIAN TRADE COMMISSIONER SERVICE (TCS) @ Intl. Marketplace Export Cafe
The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Music and the Arts (CAAMA) – in collaboration with Global Affairs and Billboard Canada presents an opportunity to meet with the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) representing trade commissioners from Canadian embassies and consulates from various posts around the world. TCS is onsite at the IMP to meet with export-ready Canadian music companies & artists.
11:40 AM –12:20 PM. (TIFF Lightbox Theatre)
WHERE’S MY MONEY? NAVIGATING INTERNATIONAL ROYALTIES
As music becomes more global than ever, collecting royalties across borders has become increasingly complex. From neighbouring rights and performance royalties to publishing splits, digital payouts, and territory-specific regulations, artists and rights holders are often left wondering where their money actually goes, and how to make sure they’re getting paid properly. This panel brings together experts across publishing, PROs, distribution, and royalty administration to unpack the realities of international royalty collection in 2026. Attendees will gain practical insight into common payment gaps, metadata mistakes, collection societies, global licensing, and the tools artists, managers, and songwriters can use to maximize and track revenue worldwide.
PANELISTS:
1. Lord Quest, Creative Executive of Black Music – SOCAN
2. Dan Gonzalez, Founder – Blawk
3. Margaret McGuffin, CEO – Music Publishers Canada
4. Paul Shaver, President -CMRRA & SX Works
5. Zara Abbasi, VP of People & Client Experiences – Sub Management Group
1:55 PM – 2:35 PM (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Cinema 4)
PANEL: AN INDEPENDENT ARTIST’S PATH TO GLOBAL SUCCESS: JOHATHAN ROY (Case Study)
How do you plan an international tour from data? How can you use digital media to amplify an artist’s career across borders? This unique conversation unpacks the real mechanics — streaming signals, audience geography, platform strategy”, and the live touring decisions that follow — with a Quebec artist who has done it, and the professionals who made it happen. Jonathan Roy is a bilingual Quebec singer-songwriter with 784 million combined streams and views, a sold-out European run in early 2026, and growing market traction across South America and the UK. He is not a major-label story — he is an independent export success story, built through strategic positioning, bilingual reach, and smart international booking relationships.
MODERATOR: Jeff Rogers, Founder and President – Swell Music, HandsomeBoy
PANELISTS:
1. Jonathan Roy, Artist (QC)
2. Michael Ginzburg, Independent Global Touring and Consulting Event Management & Concert Promotion – Ginzburg Live (Hamburg,Germany
3. Paul Jessop, Artist Management – PJME Inc. (Artist Mgt))
(CAAMA – Building Without Borders Series)
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (IMP @ NXNE TIFF Lightbox – Galleria – Main Floor)
B2B MEETINGS – Spotlight on EU, LATM & More – Meet the World
Pre-Arranged, curated B2B Trade Meetings with Incoming Mission Participants from LATM, EU and more
The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Music and the Arts (CAAMA) in collaboration with Billboard Canada and Global Affairs – present an opportunity to meet one-on-one with members of the incoming mission from the European Union territories, LATM and more. A unique opportunity to build relationships, expand your network, exchange cards and set the foundation to bring your music to potential new music fans and industry in numerous countries at once. Meetings are pre-arranged and curated. Stop by the IMP for more details on how the meetings work and how to participate in future.
1. David McLoughlin – Brasil Calling (Brazil)
2. Didier Zerath – DZ Factory, Market Strategist (MMF) (France)
3.Jon Andrew Campbell – Steam Music (Berlin, NY, LA, Stockholm)
4.Robin Werner – RBX GmbH (Reeperbahn Festival, Keychange (Hamburg, Germany)
(CAAMA Building Without Borders Series)