Key Takeaways
- Roots Music Canada has undergone significant changes and growth in the past year, with a renewed focus on community-building and connection.
- The organization has introduced new features, including a weekly news roundup and a relaunched newsletter, to better serve its community.
- Roots Music Canada is grateful for the support of its funders, volunteers, and stakeholders, who have helped the organization navigate a challenging year.
- The organization is committed to continuing to provide a platform for roots music artists, fans, and industry professionals to connect and share their work.
- Roots Music Canada is looking to the future, with plans to expand its offerings and improve its services to the community.
Introduction to Roots Music Canada’s Christmas Message
As the holiday season approaches, Roots Music Canada takes a moment to reflect on the past year and express gratitude to its community. This is the eighth Christmas message from the organization, and it’s a time to acknowledge the challenges and triumphs of the past year. Despite the uncertainty and rebuilding that many have faced, Roots Music Canada has remained a constant presence, providing a platform for roots music artists, fans, and industry professionals to connect and share their work.
Gratitude and Appreciation
The organization is grateful for the support of its community, who have shared their thoughts and needs with Roots Music Canada. It’s clear that the community values connection, community-building, and news about what’s happening in the roots music scene. Roots Music Canada is committed to providing these things, and is working to expand its offerings and improve its services. The organization is also grateful for the support of its funders, who have helped to keep Roots Music Canada online and thriving. A special thank you is extended to the many individuals and organizations who have contributed to the organization’s success.
New Developments and Initiatives
Roots Music Canada has introduced several new features in the past year, including a weekly news roundup written by Jason Schneider. The organization has also relaunched its weekly newsletter, which will be back online soon after a technical issue is resolved. These new initiatives are designed to better serve the community and provide more opportunities for connection and sharing. The organization is also exploring other opportunities to grow and improve, and is committed to working with its community to achieve these goals.
Acknowledging the Team and Volunteers
Roots Music Canada is grateful for the hard work and dedication of its team and volunteers. Jan Vanderhorst, Jason Schneider, Paul Corby, Elizabeth Szekeres, Tim Readman, and Ian Tamblyn are just a few of the individuals who have contributed to the organization’s success. The organization is also thankful for the many volunteers who reported from folk festivals over the summer, and for the team of interns who worked tirelessly to produce high-quality content. These individuals have helped to make Roots Music Canada the vibrant and dynamic community it is today.
Funders and Supporters
Roots Music Canada is grateful for the financial support of its funders, who have helped to keep the organization online and thriving. A special thank you is extended to the many individuals and organizations who have contributed to the organization’s success, including Eric Alper, Speak Music, The Rogue Folk Club, and many others. These funders have helped to make it possible for Roots Music Canada to continue providing a platform for roots music artists, fans, and industry professionals to connect and share their work.
Conclusion and Holiday Wishes
As the holiday season comes to a close, Roots Music Canada wants to express its gratitude to everyone who has supported the organization this year. To the community, funders, volunteers, and stakeholders, thank you for your hard work, dedication, and encouragement. Roots Music Canada is committed to continuing to provide a platform for roots music artists, fans, and industry professionals to connect and share their work, and is looking forward to the opportunities and challenges of the new year. Wishing everyone a happy and peaceful holiday season, and all the best for the year to come.
