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A CIMA Q&A With Re:Sound President Ian MacKay

CIMA President Stuart Johnston recently asked Ian MacKay, President of Re: Sound Music Licensing Company, to discuss his organization’s work on behalf of artists and record companies, and how indep

A CIMA Q&A With Re:Sound President Ian MacKay

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CIMA President Stuart Johnston recently asked Ian MacKay, President of Re: Sound Music Licensing Company, to discuss his organization’s work on behalf of artists and record companies, and how independent labels can ensure they are compensated for their performance rights. Johnston is a member of Re: Sound’s board of directors, representing Canada’s independent music community.


What followed is an enlightening account of how the rights collective has evolved from a relatively small royalties’ collection agency into a big money earner for its rights stakeholders that include musicians and record labels. Re:Sound has also become a world-leader in data collection and in its last reported fiscal processed 1.8B sound recording performances (plays).

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To learn more about the org, MacKay’s role in the agency’s development and read the full Q&A, continue here.

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Lou-Adriane Cassidy, Klô Pelgag and Pierre Lapointe Were Big Winners at the 2025 Premier Gala de l’ADISQ

The 46th edition of the Premier Gala de l’ADISQ was a vibrant celebration of Quebec music — setting the stage for the main gala on November 9.

The 2025 Premier Gala de l’ADISQ celebrated the best of Quebec music.

Held on November 5 at Montréal’s Théâtre Wilfrid-Pelletier and hosted by Saramée, the event once again showcased the richness and diversity of the Francophone music scene.

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