Live Nation Invests $20,000 in Downsview-Area Schools Through MusiCounts to Support Music Education
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Live Nation is investing $20,000 in music education for Downsview-area students, funding new instruments and resources at St. Norbert Catholic School and Ancaster Public School through MusiCounts.
The contribution highlights the growing community impact of Rogers Stadium as it enters its second concert season, reinforcing Live Nation’s commitment to supporting neighbourhoods surrounding the venue.
The long-standing Live Nation–MusiCounts partnership continues to strengthen Canada’s music ecosystem, helping young people discover music, build confidence, and develop creative skills that can lead to future performance opportunities.
Live Nation Canada is investing $20,000 in music education in Toronto’s Downsview community through MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity associated with CARAS/The JUNO Awards. The funding will support music programs at St. Norbert Catholic School and Ancaster Public School, helping ensure students have access to quality instruments and resources to learn and create music.
The investment comes as Rogers Stadium prepares to launch its second concert season, demonstrating Live Nation’s commitment to supporting the communities surrounding Rogers Stadium. By partnering with MusiCounts, Live Nation is helping to create meaningful, lasting impact beyond the stage, empowering young people through the transformative power of music education.
“Rogers Stadium was built to bring world‑class music talent to Toronto, but its impact goes far beyond the shows on stage,” said Wayne Zronik, President of Business Operations, Live Nation Canada. “Investing in local schools through MusiCounts is one of the lasting legacies of Rogers Stadium. We’re proud to help students discover music, and we hope to see some of them performing at venues like Rogers Stadium one day.”
“The long-standing partnership between MusiCounts and Live Nation embodies our shared belief that Canada’s music ecosystem gets its start in the music classroom,” said Kristy Fletcher, President of MusiCounts & COO, CARAS/The JUNO Awards. “We’re honoured to be celebrating the second season of concerts at Rogers Stadium with this investment in the local community.”
MusiCounts has been a leading national voice for music education in Canada for over 25 years, providing grants to schools and communities in need. This contribution will directly benefit students in the Downsview area, giving them greater opportunity to explore music, build confidence, and develop creative skills.
As Rogers Stadium continues to welcome world-class artists and fans from across the region, this partnership highlights how live music can also be a catalyst for community investment and youth development.
About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
About MusiCounts
MusiCounts is Canada’s music education charity associated with CARAS and the JUNO Awards. MusiCounts’ vision is to ensure that all youth in Canada have access to music education through their schools and communities. This vision is realized through grant programs that invest directly into schools and communities across Canada that put musical instruments into the hands of kids who need them the most. Additionally, MusiCounts creates educational resources for teachers and students; empowers young people to pursue music as a career; and celebrates teachers, artists, and philanthropists who champion music education. Since 1997 MusiCounts has awarded over $20,000,000 in support of music education in Canada.