Women in the Studio by the Numbers
Celebrating its eighth year in 2026, MPC's Women In The Studio National Accelerator is designed to provide each cohort of producer-songwriters with skills development and networking opportunities that may otherwise be inaccessible to them.
The program focuses on topics including technical and songwriting skills, branding, and financial literacy. Participants are provided with opportunities for creative collaborations as well as networking with music industry professionals and mentors. Each producer, as a condition of acceptance, also agrees to explore volunteer opportunities in their own community.
The Accelerator runs from June to October and the sessions and workshops take place virtually and in person. The in-person residency program will take place in Toronto in July 2026.
Mentors Past and Present: Dr. Amandine Pras, Samantha Pickard, Hill Kourkoutis, Lexy Jay, Ali Willa Millner, Vivian Barclay, Cheryl Link, Mishelle Pack, Melissa Cameron-Passley, Makenna Edissi, Zypitano, Brigitte Dajczer, Mason Victoria, Janal Bechtold, Steph Copeland, Alex Petkovski
Master Classes Past and Present: Linda Perry, Dr. Susan Rogers, Lesley Barber, Liz Rodrigues, Jenna Andrews, Rob Wells, Good Grief
Videos
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2025 Recap Video
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2023 Recap Video
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2022 Recap Video
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2021 Recap Video
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2020 Recap Video
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2019 Recap Video
"Women bring creativity and talent to music production, and they deserve the opportunity to help lead and shape the industry’s future. RBC is proud to support the Women in the Studio National Accelerator, a program that gives this year’s cohort the skills, connections, and confidence to do exactly that. Congratulations to the 2026 class. We can’t wait to hear what you create.”
— Gayle Corcoran, Senior Director, Social Impact, RBC
“Women continue to be underrepresented in music production, and meaningful change requires sustained, intentional action. Women in the Studio is a key part of that effort, and we’re proud to support this year’s cohort as they continue to develop their skills, expand their networks, and take important steps forward in their careers.”
— Margaret McGuffin, CEO, Music Publishers Canada
2026 Producers
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Aiona Santana
Ottawa, ON
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Kayee
Toronto, ON
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Sally Shaar
Toronto, ON
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the della kit
Vancouver, BC
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WILD BLACK
Toronto, ON
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Zamani Folade
Halifax, NS
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Program News
The Women in the Studio National Accelerator is generously supported by
“As the music industry continues to evolve, initiatives like Women in the Studio are essential to ensuring that technical roles reflect the diversity of the talent working in the field. Ontario Creates is proud to support a program that equips women with the skills, confidence, and experience needed to thrive in these careers. Congratulations to the 2026 cohort. We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make!”
— Meg Symsyk, President and CEO, FACTOR
“As the music industry continues to evolve, initiatives like Women in the Studio are essential to ensuring that technical roles reflect the diversity of the talent working in the field. Ontario Creates is proud to support a program that equips women with the skills, confidence, and experience needed to thrive in these careers. Congratulations to the 2026 cohort. We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make!”
— Karen Thorne-Stone, President & Chief Executive Officer, Ontario Creates