Women Behind the Sound recognizes women and gender-diverse leaders who have made meaningful and sustained contributions to Canada’s music ecosystem.
Nominations are an opportunity to formally acknowledge individuals whose long-term work has strengthened the industry, supported artists, built infrastructure, advanced culture, and shaped music communities behind the scenes.
Nominate a Woman Behind the Sound
Who is Eligible?
Nominees must identify as women or gender-diverse and may work in any area connected to the music industry, including artist management, production and technical roles, marketing and publicity, festival and live event leadership, broadcasting and media, label and publishing, cultural strategy and community building, arts administration and funding, education, mentorship, or related fields.
Nominees should demonstrate:
Excellence and sustained contribution
Industry innovation or leadership
Measurable industry or community impact
Commitment to advancing equity
Self-nominations are permitted
Nomination Timeline
Nominations open and close on a rolling or city-specific basis.
When nominations are open, the form below will be active. When closed, the page will clearly indicate that submissions are not currently being accepted.
Please refer to the status banner below for current submission availability.