SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada)

SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors, and Music Publishers of Canada) is a organization that manages the rights of creators of music, such as composers, songwriters, and music publishers. It ensures they receive fair compensation when their music is played in public, on the radio, TV, streaming platforms, or in venues like concerts and restaurants. SOCAN collects licensing fees from businesses that use music and distributes the royalties to its members. Essentially, it helps protect musicians' intellectual property rights and supports the creation of new music by ensuring creators earn revenue from their work.