The biggest difference between the two programs is the complexity of content being discussed during training (e.g., preparing for international export vs. booking a show, writing a strategic release plan vs. writing a bio). 3P Artists may have the opportunity participate in the 2023 Showcase Tour. 3P Artists have a Program Coordinator and additional supports to complete daily work tasks.  Many artists that are new to the co-op benefit from a summer as a 3P Artist to build foundational industry knowledge. 

If you would like to be considered for both programs, only apply for the Emerging Artist Program. There is a field within the application where you can identify you would like to be considered for both programs. To be considered for both programs, you must submit all supplementary application requirements for the Emerging Artist application.

No preference is given to current or previous members, regardless of whether they have previously been a participant of the Emerging Artist or Pre-Professional Program.

Returning applicants will be expected to detail their growth following previous completion of the program/previous application cycle.

Participants animate public spaces and places like town squares, the beach, dock or marina, public parks, community centers, small business openings, charitable events, summer festivals, community celebrations, and other local events.  *Due to COVID-19, in-person performance is subject to municipal and provincial guidelines. When in-person performance is not possible, artists perform on the Co-op’s livestream site.  

For payroll purposes, you will need a mobile device with data to punch in and out at performance locations without WIFI service. It’s a requirement you must maintain throughout your employment. Laptops may be available for participants who do not have reliable access to a computer.

Artists will also be responsible for ensuring they have all the gear necessary for performances in the community (battery-powered amplification is optional, but highly recommended).

Each funded position is tied to a federal political jurisdiction called a “constituency”, also known as a “riding”. This is where your work is funded to take place.  When in-person performances are permitted, this is the location you will physically perform in.  Online digital performances are targeted for delivery to serve your constituency location.

A cohort is a group of artists who have been identified to have similar learning goals, needs, and stages of their development. Participants spend a large portion of online training time with their cohort group, but still have plenty of opportunity to get to know other artists within the program.

We are in the process of completing our Digital Livestream Studio/Rehearsal space, and collaborative learn/work at the facility in Barrie, ON. This studio has enhanced COVID-19 safety protocols and provides an opportunity for participants to deliver high quality, professional livestream performances, and collaborate with each other easily. 

If your secondary school offers summer co-ops, then you can apply to them to earn a 2 credit summer co-op. You can also apply to your school principal under PPM129 to count your summer learning experience as a business or music credit, or both.  Each credit you apply for must document 110 hours of learning towards a specific course curriculum.

We have lots of parents who volunteer to help run this program.  We are run by volunteers, and there lots of things for folks to do to get involved. Parents are welcome to volunteer from home or in our studio for specific programming.