Legal Considerations for Music Use in Media Production

March 9, 2026

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

RRC Polytech classroom, Winnipeg

Edwards Creative Law’s Partner and Entertainment Lawyer Byron Pascoe is looking forward to joining On Screen Manitoba for an in-depth session on ‘Legal Considerations for Music Use in Media Production’. Byron will break down what creators and producers need to know about rights, clearances, contracts, and how to avoid the pitfalls that can derail a project. Many thanks to Manitoba Music, Manitoba Film & Music, and RRC Polytech for supporting this event.

📅 Date: March 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Location: RRC Polytech (319 Elgin Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3A 0K4) Classroom E235

What this session covers:

– Composer agreements and independent contractor considerations
– Synchronization and master use licences
– Music rights clearance and chain of title obligations
– Common legal risks and how to avoid them
– Music-related considerations for errors and omissions (E&O) insurance

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Testimonials From Our Clients

Responsiveness, Professionalism

Highly recommend Edwards Creative Law. Mark, Byron, Ian, Gina, Erin and their wider team are thoughtful, knowledgeable entertainment partners who assist us in navigating the legal complexities of film and television production. They also allow for the process to be enjoyable and collaborative in nature. Five stars.

Sarah Fodey
SandBay Entertainment
Sarah Fodey
SandBay Entertainment

Responsiveness, Professionalism

Highly recommend Edwards Creative Law. Mark, Byron, Ian, Gina, Erin and their wider team are thoughtful, knowledgeable entertainment partners who assist us in navigating the legal complexities of film and television production. They also allow for the process to be enjoyable and collaborative in nature. Five stars.

Highly recommend.

Edwards Creative Law has been a fierce defender of my project’s rights and interests, and all while working within my needs and comfort. Engaging Byron as my entertainment lawyer has been one of the best decisions I made for my company. Highly recommend.

Bronwyn Szabo
Filmmaker, Screenwriter and Actor
Bronwyn Szabo
Filmmaker, Screenwriter and Actor

Highly recommend.

Edwards Creative Law has been a fierce defender of my project’s rights and interests, and all while working within my needs and comfort. Engaging Byron as my entertainment lawyer has been one of the best decisions I made for my company. Highly recommend.

A kind person to work with.

Mark Edwards helped me to copy-write my idea and was very helpful and generous with his time. I was very happy with his work and knowledge. Also a kind person to work with.

Forood Malekzadeh
Career Coach, Startup Mentor
Forood Malekzadeh
Career Coach, Startup Mentor

A kind person to work with.

Mark Edwards helped me to copy-write my idea and was very helpful and generous with his time. I was very happy with his work and knowledge. Also a kind person to work with.

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