Playing music in a business without the proper license can lead to serious financial and legal consequences. In Canada, businesses must obtain a license from a performing rights organization (PRO) to legally play music in their establishments. Failing to do so can result in fines, penalties, and legal actions. Here’s what you need to know […]
The Ultimate Guide for the Brick-and-Mortar Startup
If you’re setting up a brick-and-mortar establishment, there are several things to consider to make it a success. The term “brick and mortar” (also sometimes used as “bricks and mortar”) was created in contrast to online shopping or e-commerce. Before the internet grew large enough for online retail to become convenient and profitable, storefronts were […]
SOCAN Licensing for Business: Laws, Fines, and More
Canada has strict copyright laws that apply to businesses both large and small. If you play music within the walls of your business, you are probably required to pay for each note you play. One of the organizations that collects those fees is SOCAN. Here’s what you need to know about what this organization is […]
Understand Re:Sound Licensing: Guide to Laws, Costs, & More
What Are Your Obligations? Before we dive into the specifics about Re:Sound, it might be useful to explain why this company exists and what it is designed to do. When music is created, anywhere in the world, the people who hold a copyright for that music expect some kind of payment. Each country has its […]