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Canada’s bilingual choral Conference & Festival • Congrès et festival choral bilingue du Canada!
May 18-21 mai 2028 • Winnipeg, MB 🇨🇦 #podium2028

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PODIUM 2028 planning has begun! We are seeking two (2) Co-Curators based in Manitoba to help shape the artistic vision and programming of the 2028 event, along with volunteers from across the country to join the National Organizing Committee.

If you are interested in helping to bring Podium to life in Winnipeg, MB via monthly meetings and sub-committee work, we want to hear from you. Visit the LINK IN BIO to learn more and submit today! Deadline: October 30, 2026 🎉

📸 The Forks in Winnipeg, Manitoba © Paul Quaye via Canva.com

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#PODIUM2028 #ChoralCanada #CanadaChoral #ManitobaChoralAssociation #Choirs Chorales Chœurs ChoralMusic MusiqueChorale GroupSinging ChantCollectif ChoralEvent ÉvénementChoral Conference Congrès Festival Community Communauté taken in Winnipeg, Manitoba by @podiumconference

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Day 4 of PODIUM 2026 brought our conference to a close with conducting masterclasses, a student research poster session and one last full day of performances featuring @bcc.bcyc, @victoriachildrenschoir, @wascanavoices, @konektischoir, @luminous_voices, and the @vancouveryouthchoir.

We wrapped it all up with our Closing Event and Silent Auction — a wonderful way to celebrate everything this year’s Podium brought together. A huge thank you to our incredible group of volunteers who ensured everything ran smoothly, and to the following organizations and businesses for their support in making PODIUM 2026 possible:

@canada.council
@bcartscouncil
@factorcanada
@socanfdn
@uvicmusic
Musicfolder.com
@longandmcquade
@carusverlag
@mbchoralassociation
@acfea
@canadianchamberchoir
@artsably
@graphitepublishing

Swipe through for some of our favourite moments from the final day and thanks to everyone who joined us in Victoria this year. We look forward to seeing you at PODIUM 2028 in Winnipeg! Stay tuned for more details...

📸 Andy Rice
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#PODIUM2026 #ThrowbackThursday #ChoralCanada #GroupSinging #ChantCollectif taken in Victoria, British Columbia by @podiumconference

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Day 3 of PODIUM 2026 brought a fresh wave of sessions and workshops, the second instalment of our “Strength in Collective Voices” panel, a conducting masterclass, more chances to connect at the Exhibitor Marketplace, and a full day of unforgettable performances featuring @coastalsoundyouthchoir, @ventuswomenschoir, @fern_hill_school, @chronosvocal, and the @vanchamberchoir.

Swipe through for some of our favourite moments, and stay tuned in a few weeks as we wrap up with Day 4! What was your favourite memory from Day 3 of PODIUM 2026?

📸 Andy Rice
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#PODIUM2026 #FlashbackFriday #ChoralCanada #GroupSinging #ChantCollectif taken in Victoria, British Columbia by @podiumconference

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Our PODIUM 2026 throwback continues with a look at Day 2! From inspiring conference sessions and our first “Strength in Collective Voices” panel to a lively Exhibitor Marketplace, the day was filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and exchange ideas. Throughout the day and into the evening, delegates and audiences also enjoyed three exceptional concerts featuring @btogether_yeg (Braille Tones), @espritsingers, @ubc_usingers, @intertidalchoralensemble, @choralesaintjean, @capitalchamberchoir and the 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada.

Swipe through for some of our favourite moments, and stay tuned next week as we revisit Day 3! What was your favourite memory from Day 2 of PODIUM 2026?

📸 Andy Rice

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#PODIUM2026 #FlashbackFriday #ChoralCanada #GroupSinging #ChantCollectif taken in Victoria, British Columbia by @podiumconference

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We’re taking a trip down memory lane today, looking back on an unforgettable conference and festival in Victoria, BC! Kicking things off are photos from the first day – the excitement of arrivals, reunions with colleagues and friends, an inspiring opening concert, and a Kitchen Party (sponsored by the Choral Canada Student Chapter) that set the stage for four incredible days of learning, singing, and connection.

Swipe through for some of our favourite moments, and stay tuned next week for a recap of Day 2! What was your favourite memory from the first day of PODIUM 2026?

@sd61schools
@choralesaintjean
@sfvictoria.ca
@voixdesrocheuses_yyc
@thechoirsyyj

📸 Andy Rice

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#PODIUM2026 #ThrowbackThursday #ChoralCanada #GroupSinging ChantCollectif taken in Victoria, British Columbia by @podiumconference

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The UVic School of Music is thrilled to be a sponsor of the 2026 Podium Conference & Festival! 🎶

We’re especially proud of the incredible UVic community members helping bring this national choral celebration to life:

✨ Faculty member Adam Con is serving as Festival Co-Chair
✨ 4th year student Sadie Karlsson is Volunteer Coordinator
✨ Music students are supporting events as volunteers and with tech support throughout the festival
✨ Alum Carrie Tennant is directing the Vancouver Youth Choir concert — fresh off their historic win at the prestigious CORK International Choral Festival, where they received the highest marks in the festival’s 71-year history
✨ Two UVic students are performing with the National Youth Choir of Canada

And don’t miss the UVic Vocal Jazz ensemble in a special pop-up concert this Sunday at 12:30pm in the MacLaurin A-Wing!

We can’t wait to celebrate music, collaboration, and community at Podium 2026. 🎤

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CLOSING CONCERT (8): Join us as we bring PODIUM 2026 to a joyful close. Featuring Calgary’s Luminous Voices and the Vancouver Youth Choir. May 17 at 4:00pm at the Farquhar Auditorium in Victoria, BC. Learn more about each group and buy tickets at the link in our bio.

CONCERT DE CLÔTURE nº 8 : Joignez-vous à nous pour célébrer la clôture festive de PODIUM 2026, avec Luminous Voices de Calgary et le Vancouver Youth Choir. Le 17 mai à 16 h, à l’auditorium Farquhar à Victoria, en C.-B. Pour en savoir plus sur les groupes et pour acheter des billets, veuillez visiter le lien dans notre bio.

@luminous_voices
@vancouveryouthchoir

#PODIUM2026 #ChoralMusic #ChantChoral #GroupSinging #ChantCollectif taken in Victoria, British Columbia by @podiumconference

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The 2026 NYCC all ready to sing at the historic Fairbridge Chapel tonight in Duncan, BC. Can you believe it’s almost the end of the program and tour? ❤️ Last stop: PODIUM 2026!

May 15, 8:00pm at Christ Church Cathedral, Victoria, BC. Tickets available at podium2026.ca/en/box-office

Le CNJC 2026 est prêt à chanter ce soir à la chapelle historique Fairbridge à Duncan, en Colombie-Britannique. Pouvez-vous croire que le programme et la tournée tirent déjà à leur fin? ❤️Dernière étape : PODIUM 2026!

Le 15 mai, 20h à la cathédrale Christ Church à Victoria, en C.-B. Billets disponibles sur podium2026.ca/fr/billetterie

#NYCC2026 #CNJC2026 #YouthChoir #ChoeurDesJeunes taken in Fairbridge Chapel by @podiumconference

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CONCERT 7: Bach Children’s Chorus (ON), Victoria Children’s Choir, Wascana Voices (SK) and Konektis (MB) will share the stage for this concert. May 17 at 10:30am and 1:30pm at the at the Phillip T. Young Recital Hall in Victoria, BC. Please note: Both performances are identical. This concert is being presented twice due to the size of the hall, and to ensure there is adequate space to accommodate conference delegates and members of the public.

CONCERT nº 7 : Bach Children’s Chorus (ON), Victoria Children’s Choir (VCC), Wascana Voices (SK) et Konektis (MB) partageront la scène pour ce concert. Le 17 mai à 10h30 et 13h30, à la salle de récital Phillip T. Young. Veuillez noter : les deux représentations sont identiques. Ce concert est présenté deux fois en raison de la capacité de la salle, afin d’assurer suffisamment de places pour accueillir les congressistes et le public.

Learn more about each group and buy tickets at the link in our bio.
Pour en savoir plus sur chaque groupe et acheter des billets, visitez le lien dans notre bio.

@bcc.bcyc
@victoriachildrenschoir
@wascanavoices
@konektischoir

📸 Bach Children’s Chorus. Photo: David Sun
📸 Wascana Voices. Photo: Longship Photography

#PODIUM2026 #ChoralMusic #ChantChoral #GroupSinging #ChantCollectif taken in Victoria, British Columbia by @podiumconference

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La semaine prochaine, ma chorale à Victoria va chanter avec la @choralesaintjean pour un concert francophone dans le cadre de @podiumconference. C’est à la fois des retrouvailles pour moi, et pour Victoria. Regardez l’affiche de la dernière fois que CSJ sont venus à Victoria. Ça fait environ 50 ans. by @podiumconference

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CONCERT 6: Chronos Vocal Ensemble (AB) and the Vancouver Chamber Choir will share the stage for this concert! May 16 at 8:00pm at the Christ Church Cathedral (Victoria, BC). Learn more about each group and buy tickets at the link in our bio.

CONCERT nº 6 : Le Chronos Vocal Ensemble (AB) et le Vancouver Chamber Choir partageront la scène pour ce concert! Le 16 mai à 20h00 à la cathédrale Christ Church (Victoria, C.-B.). Pour en savoir plus sur chaque groupe et acheter des billets, visitez le lien dans notre bio.

@chronosvocal
@vanchamberchoir

#PODIUM2026 #ChoralMusic #ChantChoral #GroupSinging #ChantCollectif taken in Victoria, British Columbia by @podiumconference

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CONCERT 5: Coastal Sound Youth Choir (BC), Fern Hill Chorus (ON), and the Ventus Women’s Choir (AB) will share the stage for this concert. May 16 at 1:30pm and 4:00pm at the Farquhar Auditorium. Please note: Both performances are identical. Learn more about each group and buy tickets at the link in our bio.

CONCERT nº 5 : Coastal Sound Youth Choir (BC), Fern Hill Chorus (ON) et le Ventus Women’s Choir (AB) partageront la scène pour ce concert. Le 16 mai à 13h30 et 16h00, à le Farquhar Auditorium. Veuillez noter : les deux représentations sont identiques. Pour en savoir plus sur chaque groupe et acheter des billets, visitez le lien dans notre bio.

@coastalsoundyouthchoir
@fernhillonthego
@ventuswomenschoir

📸 Coastal Sound Youth Choir. Photo: Don Epp Photography

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