FAQ

The Vaughan International Music Festival (VIMF) is an award-winning, community-led celebration of music, diversity, and community. Established as the first international music festival in the City of Vaughan and York Region, it serves as a showcase for the rich cultural heritage of the region and includes performances in a variety of genres from both established and emerging artists.

The festival showcases a broad range of musical genres including pop, hip-hop, rock, classical, jazz, and world music. It highlights the richness and diversity of the musical landscape.

Both established and emerging artists are invited to participate in the festival. A key aim of the VIMF is to provide a platform for young, local, aspiring artists to gain exposure and showcase their talents.

The VIMF supports young and emerging artists through its scholarship program, which provides financial support to help these artists develop their skills and gain exposure.

The festival aims to celebrate diversity, culture, and inclusiveness through music, and to promote cultural exchange and understanding. It brings together musicians and audiences from different backgrounds and communities, providing a major tourism attraction and economic boost to Vaughan’s downtown and local businesses.

The VIMF is held in the City of Vaughan in the Greater Toronto Area. Specific locations within the city may vary from year to year.

Absolutely, the festival draws visitors from across the Region and beyond. Everyone is welcome to join and enjoy the cultural heritage and diversity that the VIMF offers.

There are various ways to get involved with the VIMF, from volunteering and sponsoring, to performing. Please visit our website for more information.

The VIMF provides a significant economic boost to Vaughan’s downtown and local businesses. It attracts a considerable number of tourists and visitors, driving increased trade for local businesses during the festival period.

You can find more information about the VIMF on our official website, which provides details about the festival’s history, upcoming events, ticketing, and more. You can also follow us on our social media platforms for the latest news and updates.

The VIMF Scholarship for Young Aspiring Artists is a program designed to nurture and support young musicians who are passionate about pursuing a career in music. It is open to students currently in secondary school or applying to post-secondary school for Music or Music Technology programs.

The VIMF Scholarship is dedicated to facilitating and supporting young artists to achieve their full potentials. It does so by providing financial support and creating opportunities for these talents to be showcased to the greater community.

The mission of the VIMF Scholarship is to celebrate and embrace diverse cultures through music. It aims to support and showcase talented artists in their performance, composition, and production endeavours.

The scholarship is open to students who are currently in secondary school or applying to a post-secondary school for Music or Music Technology programs.

The Vaughan International Music Festival has formed a partnership with the Moving Forward Foundation. Together, they are committed to celebrating music, diversity, and community, supporting local talent, and promoting cultural exchange.

Detailed information about the application process for the VIMF Scholarship is available on our website. Please refer to the ‘REQUIREMENTS’ section for more information.

The VIMF Scholarship provides financial support to young musicians pursuing a career in music. Furthermore, it creates opportunities for these young artists to showcase their talents to the larger community, thus providing exposure and valuable experience in the music industry.

The VIMF celebrates diverse cultures through the universal language of music. It features a wide range of musical genres and artists from different backgrounds, promoting cultural exchange and understanding. This is further embodied in the scholarship program, which supports young artists in their pursuit of music.