The Indigenous Music Office is here to uplift, empower and strengthen the circle of support around Indigenous Peoples working in music, their families, and Communities. 

We invite you in with open hearts for connection, stories, and community. Welcome. 

Rooted in Indigenous values and led by Indigenous Peoples working across all aspects of the music industry, the Indigenous Music Office (IMO) has been behind the scenes building a music ecosystem grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, creating and connecting. Our role is to walk alongside Indigenous Peoples working in music—offering mentorship, grant information, industry workshops, showcases, and more—and to build paths for music creators that reflect and respect our truths, our distinct cultures, and our creative visions. 

The music industry hasn’t always created space for Indigenous folks in music, but we have always been here—sharing stories, shaping sound, and sparking change. The IMO was born from long-standing calls for a national Indigenous-led body that could amplify our collective rights, uphold cultural protocols, and help to ensure respectful representation at every level of the music industry. Through this work,we honour the diversity and distinct identities of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples from coast to coast to coast. 

Through community gatherings, mentorship programs like Cultural Cadence, and ongoing work to champion Indigenous creators in music, we’re building relationships across Turtle Island and beyond. We support Indigenous artists not only in navigating the industry, but in transforming it in ways that reflect our natural laws and ways of being. 

Whether you’re an artist, producer, knowledge keeper, or community member, we invite you to connect and learn more about us. This summer, we’re launching a new membership portal designed to keep you informed, connected and supported with access to opportunities and shared knowledge. The work ahead is shared, and it starts in community. 

In June, we’ll be celebrating National Indigenous History Month with our relatives from coast to coast to coast and sharing pride in our culture on National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. You can also find us in person at the International Indigenous Music Summit in Toronto from June 2–6—a powerful gathering of Indigenous voices, creativity, and community. 

Visit our website to learn more, find resources, and join the movement. 

Don’t forget to stay connected on Instagram and Facebook, and subscribe to our mailing list to learn about our member portal, upcoming programs and events, and more!