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The Canadian Folk Music Awards (CFMA) are in Ottawa this week. For the 20th Anniversary of the CFMA, this year’s awards week features a series of bilingual concerts that spotlight the diversity, creativity, and cultural importance of Canada’s folk music scene. Best of luck to all the nominees, particularly Abigail Lapell, Boy Golden, Mia Kelly, and Sue Foley. @folkawards @AbigailLapell folkawards.ca/prix-awards/ Image by CFMA #folkmusic #canadianfolkmusic #musiclaw #musiclawyer

Edwards Creative Law is happy to support the ADVANCE House 2025 taking place on Friday, March 28 in Vancouver during the JUNOs. ADVANCE House in celebration of Black culture, music, people and art while building important industry connections. Our entertainment lawyer Lyndra Griffith-Harnden is looking forward to attending the event. @advancemusicca The tickets are currently sold out. Join the waitlist here: eventbrite.ca/e/advance-hous… Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ #entertainmentlaw #entertainmentlawyer #musiclaw #musiclawyer

Edwards Creative Law is honoured to be one of the sponsors of CRAZY8S 2025 Gala Screening + Afterparty on March 29 in Vancouver. This is a celebration of 6 new short films, made by 6 inspiring filmmaking teams in just 8 exhilarating days, and it also marks Crazy8s’ 26th year since the very first screening in 1999. @Crazy8sFilm Our entertainment lawyer Lyndra Griffith-Harnden and office manager Erin Moskal are looking forward to chatting with you at the event. To schedule a meeting, please email info@edwardslaw.ca Learn more and register here: eventbrite.ca/e/crazy8s-2025… #EntertainmentLaw #EntertainmentLawyer #shortfilm #shortfilmmaker

Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyers Byron Pascoe, Lisa Whynot and Lyndra Griffith-Harnden will be in Vancouver for the JUNO Awards 2025. Good luck to all nominees especially those we work with including Sue Foley, Abigail Lapell, Boy Golden, Adrian Sutherland and Ryan Ofei. @TheJUNOAwards @AbigailLapell @attaboyadrian @RyanOfei For a meeting with one of our lawyers, please email info@edwardslaw.ca Check out all events here: junoawards.ca/all-events/ In partnership with Music BC, Byron and Lisa are putting on music law sessions for Music BC members including participants of the Music BC’s development program ARC on Thursday, March 27. @music_bc Learn more about Music BC here: musicbc.org/about-music-bc/ See you there! #junos #junofest #junoawards #MusicLaw #MusicLawyer #Musician

Edwards Creative Law is honoured to be a sponsor of 2025 Film, Television, and Animation Career Fair hosted by Ottawa Film Office on Saturday, March 22 from 9am to 1pm at Ottawa City Hall. After Mayor Sutcliffe gives a keynote at 10am, our managing partner & entertainment lawyer Mark Edwards will speak on the panel “How to Break into the TV, Film and Animation Industry” starting at 11am. @OttawaFilmTV Attend and meet local production companies, animation studios, and other industry professionals to learn about current and future job opportunities and what they look for in new hires. Our entertainment lawyers and administration team are looking forward to chatting with you at the event. To schedule a meeting, please email info@edwardslaw.ca Registration: eventbrite.ca/e/ottawa-film-… We provide responsive, effective and efficient legal services for every creative field. Read more here: edwardslaw.ca/industries-and… #EntertainmentLaw #EntertainmentLawyer #filmandtv #animation

Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyer Lisa Whynot is honoured to be a panelist of the SCREEN/MUSIC Sync Summit hosted by SaskMusic in Saskatoon March 22-23, 2025. This event is designed to build in complexity over two days of learning, covering topics starting from the basics of "what is sync?" up to more advanced panels for those already placing music in or composing for film/TV. For a meeting with Lisa at the event, please email info@edwardslaw.ca Registration: saskmusic.org/news/the-lates… View Lisa’s bio: edwardslaw.ca/our-people/ent… Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ #musiclaw #musiclawyer #musician #musicforfilmandTV #synclicensing #musicinfilm #musiclicensing #musicplacements #songwriters

We’d like to thank On Screen Manitoba for inviting Edwards Creative Law’s managing partner and entertainment lawyer Mark Edwards to All Access 365 held recently in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Mark was also happy to speak on the panel “Crossing Borders: Unlocking Opportunities in International Co-Productions” during this event. @OnScreenMB Mark’s personal focus is live-action and animated films and series, video games, and digital media. Edwards Creative Law provides responsive, effective and efficient legal services for every creative field. Check out more details here: edwardslaw.ca/industries-and… Photos by On Screen Manitoba #EntertainmentLaw #EntertainmentLawyer #CoProduction

Thanks to University of Ottawa - Faculty of Law | Common Law for inviting our entertainment lawyer Lyndra Griffith-Harnden to speak at the Lunch Plenary “Career Connections 2025: The Many Faces of Law” on Wednesday, March 19, 2025! @uocommonlaw Here is Lyndra’s comment: I am honoured to be invited back to my alma mater to speak on a plenary panel called The Many Faces of Law. This is part of Career Connections, uOttawa Law’s biggest career event of the year and features over 100 representatives across the private and public interest sectors. I look forward to sharing my journey with those who may want to pursue a non-traditional legal path. Je suis honorée que l'on m'invite à nouveau à mon alma mater pour prendre la parole dans le cadre d'une table ronde plénière intitulée "Les nombreux visages du droit". Cette table ronde fait partie de Connexions carrière, l'un des événements les plus importants de l'année à la faculté de droit de l'Université d'Ottawa, ayant plus de 100 représentant .es des secteurs privé et public présents. J'ai hâte de partager mon parcours avec ceux et celles qui veulent poursuivre une carrière juridique non traditionnelle. Event at a Glance: uottawa.ca/faculty-law/co… View Lyndra’s bio: edwardslaw.ca/our-people/ent… Image by University of Ottawa - Faculty of Law | Common Law #EntertainmentLaw #EntertainmentLawyer

If you’re interested in the sports or entertainment industries and want to learn more about those areas of law, don’t miss this event! Join Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyers Byron Pascoe and Lyndra Griffith-Harnden, along with the other panelists at the Law Panel presented by uOttawa Sports & Entertainment Law Society on March 12, 2025 from 7-9PM. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… Edwards Creative Law takes part in events such as this to contribute to our community. Please stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ #EntertainmentLaw #EntertainmentLawyer

March 8 is International Women's Day. The Government of Canada’s theme for this year is Strength in every story, which highlights the importance of amplifying the voices of all women, particularly those who continue to face barriers to success. Creating opportunities for women and girls unlocks their potential and drives innovation, supports Canada’s economy, and helps ensure a sustainable future for all. Edwards Creative Law is honoured to collaborate with female artists across music, film, publishing and other entertainment industries. We are happy to see their creativity and vision continue to enrich and transform the cultural fabric of our community, showcasing diverse perspectives and talents. Their influence radiates beyond the stage, highlighting the dynamic talent of Canadian women across various industries. Here are some resources we’d like to share with you to celebrate International Women's Day: - Get to know the Women in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame - junoawards.ca/blog/breaking-… - Visit Canadian Women in Film Museum to learn about the journey of Canadian women in film that connects to today’s efforts to achieve gender equality - cdnwomeninfilm.ca - Read books written specifically by female Canadian authors - goodreads.com/list/show/1106… #internationalwomensday #IWD

Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyer Michael Duboff had the pleasure of working with Jessica Landry on publishing law and general entertainment law matters, and he also assisted Jessica with a dispute resolution matter within the publishing industry. Jessica Landry is a Métis screenwriter, director, producer, and Bram Stoker Award-winning author. Check out her success story here: edwardslaw.ca/our-clients/je… Learn more about Jessica from her website: jesslandry.com Edwards Creative Law treat our clients as partners, colleagues and collaborators. We celebrate their successes as enthusiastically as we celebrate our own. Find more client success stories on our website: edwardslaw.ca/our-clients/ #EntertainmentLaw #EntertainmentLawyer #SuccessStories

Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyer Lyndra Griffith-Harnden is looking forward to attending the Women In Song at Meridian Arts Centre in Toronto on March 7, 2025. This event is presented by TO Live and FabCollab, featuring Measha Brueggergossman-Lee, Tia Wood, and Zeb Bangash, and a powerful international lineup of women vocalists, dancers, and musicians representing cultural traditions from around the world. @fabcollablive Get tickets here: tolive.com/Event-Details-… This is one of the events Series Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyers are attending to celebrate International Women's Day. Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/

Join Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyer Lisa Whynot for the Women in Music Canada Honours Awards at Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Toronto on March 6, 2025. Congratulations to all nominees on being recognized as incredibly talented musicians and creators, making the industry more equitable for all. @WomenInMusicCA Get tickets here: womeninmusic.ca/en/events/2025… For a meeting with Lisa at the event, please email info@edwardslaw.ca View Lisa’s complete bio: edwardslaw.ca/our-people/ent… This is one of the events series Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyers are attending to celebrate International Women's Day. Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ #womeninmusic #womeninmusiccanada #musician #internationalwomensday #musiclaw #musiclawyer

Join Edwards Creative Law’s managing partner and entertainment lawyer Mark Edwards for SMPIA Producer Series: Coproduction Financing on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 ⁠at 12:00 PM CST⁠. This event is hosted by Saskatchewan Media Production Industry Association (SMPIA) with the support of Creative Saskatchewan. @SMPIAoffice @creativesask If you’re working in the live action or animation industry, this would be a great opportunity for you to learn more about coproduction, a great way of bringing partners together, boosting production budgets and getting to greenlight. Mark will also talk about accessing Saskatchewan's international trade offices and taking advantage of the province’s film incentive.⁠ Source: SMPIA Registration: eventbrite.ca/e/smpia-produc… Learn more about SMPIA: smpia.sk.ca/about-smpia/ou… View Mark’s complete bio: edwardslaw.ca/our-people/ent… Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ ⁠#EntertainmentLaw #EntertainmentLawyer #SMPIA #CreativeSaskatchewan #CoProduction

Join Edwards Creative Law’s managing partner and entertainment lawyer Mark Edwards for the All Access 365: Building Resilience Through Collaboration on February 27, 2025 at The Fort Garry Hotel in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This event is hosted by On Screen Manitoba in partnership with Telefilm Canada, Canada Media Fund and Manitoba Film and Music. @OnScreenMB @Telefilm_Canada @CMF_FMC @MBFilmMusic Mark is happy to be part of the panel “Crossing Borders: Unlocking Opportunities in International Co-Productions” on February 27 at 1:30pm. He will join other panelists in exploring the strategies, challenges, and benefits of engaging in international co-productions. The panel will focus on how Manitoba producers can collaborate with international partners to expand their reach, access larger markets, and bring diverse stories to global audiences. This year’s Scripted Focus features panels on co-productions, sustainable production, and industry inclusion—plus networking breaks, one-on-one meetings, and an Evening Networking Reception in partnership with Manitoba Film & Music. Event Schedule: allaccessmb.com/schedule Registration: form.jotform.com/250405605588257 For a meeting with Mark at the event, please email info@edwardslaw.ca View Mark’s complete bio: edwardslaw.ca/our-people/ent… Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ #EntertainmentLaw #EntertainmentLawyer #CoProduction

As artificial intelligence reshapes the music industry, musicians face both new opportunities and challenges. Join Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyer Lisa Whynot for the webinar “Music in the Age of AI: Navigating Intellectual Property Challenges” hosted by MusicOntario and ALAS Ontario on Feb. 26th, 2025 at 12PM. @MusicOntario @alasontario Lisa will help you to explore the evolving landscape of intellectual property in music, covering copyright laws, real-world case studies, and other legal considerations artists need to know to protect their rights and safely navigate new opportunities. Webinar Registration: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist… View Lisa’s complete bio: edwardslaw.ca/our-people/ent… Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ #MusicLaw #MusicLawyer #Musician

Join Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyer Lisa Whynot for the 2025 FEO "SYNERGY" Conference in Kitchener, Ontario from February 24 – 26. Lisa will talk about Legal Considerations: “Musician and Sponsorship Agreements” on Wednesday, February 26 at 2:30pm. For a meeting with Lisa at the event, please email info@edwardslaw.ca @FEOntario Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) annual conference boasts vibrant presentations, collaborative industry education, in-depth workshops and an outstanding opportunity to learn from and network with top industry professionals. It attracts 250 + festival and event planners from across the province of Ontario with a major tradeshow, an industry recognition Award Program and numerous entertainment auditions. Conference schedule: members.festivalsandeventsontario.com/2025-synergy-c… Lisa’s session: members.festivalsandeventsontario.com/2025-synergy-c… Register here: members.festivalsandeventsontario.com/2025-synergy-c… Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ #MusicLaw #MusicLawyer #Musician

Thanks very much to Folk Alliance International (FAI) for inviting Edwards Creative Law’s entertainment lawyers Byron Pascoe and Lisa Whynot to participate in the Legal Summit, a partnership with the American Bar Association and FAI, on Friday, February 21 during the Folk Alliance International Conference in Montreal. @folkalliance @ABAesq @folkmusiccanada Folk Alliance International is an international arts nonprofit and National Endowment for the Arts-designated National Arts Service Organization based in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. This year’s conference will take place at Le Centre Sheraton Montreal. At the Legal Summit on Friday, February 21, Lisa is speaking at 10am on the “The Future of Music Creation: Are You Using AI or Is AI Using You?” panel. Byron is moderating the “International Touring: The Permission Slips” panel at 3pm. For a meeting at FAI with Byron and/or Lisa, please email info@edwardslaw.ca Registration: folk.org/conference/reg… Legal Summit: folk.org/conference/leg… Lisa’s panel: fai.festivalpro.com/?showTemplate&… Byron’s panel: fai.festivalpro.com/?showTemplate&… Lisa will also be part of the Wisdom of The Elders session on Saturday, February 22 at 11am. More details: fai.festivalpro.com/?showTemplate&… We’re excited to see our clients and friends performing at FAI, and one set of performances to highlight is the Ishkōdé Records (@IshkodeRecords) showcase on Saturday, February 22 in the Indigenous Voices Room #726 from 10:30 PM to 1:50 AM. The evening will feature talent including @amandarheaume (10:30 PM - 11:00 PM), @_DiggingRoots (11:10 PM - 11:40 PM), among others. Stay tuned with us: edwardslaw.ca/subscribe/ #FolkMusic #MusicLaw #MusicLawyer #Musician See you in Montreal!