Amsterdam, Netherlands
October 21-25, 2026
Deadline: July 24, 2026
This October, CIMA will be organizing a business mission for up to seven companies to the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Celebrating its 30th edition in 2026, ADE is one of the world’s leading electronic music conferences and festivals, bringing together artists, labels, publishers, agents, tech companies, and music professionals from across the globe. CIMA will work alongside an in-market specialists to run curated Canadian activities including tailored B2B meetings, networking receptions, a market overview, and other targeted opportunities.
ADE's five-day multidisciplinary program features more than 1,200 events across nearly 300 venues throughout Amsterdam. In 2025, the event welcomed a record-breaking 600,000+ attendees. The ADE Conference offers an extensive professional program of panels, workshops, keynotes, networking events, and educational sessions. Organized by the Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the global electronic music industry, ADE serves as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and international business development.
This mission is an excellent opportunity for Canadian companies looking to expand their presence in the global electronic music market by building international partnerships, gaining valuable market intelligence, and exploring new export opportunities. This mission is targeted towards labels, artist managers, and artist-entrepreneurs seeking to strengthen their connections throughout Europe and the international electronic music community.
Please note that there will be a fee to participate in this event. CIMA members will receive a significantly reduced participation rate. More details will be sent separately in company offers.
Company participation includes:
- A curated Canadian business program, including B2B meetings, networking receptions, potential panel opportunities, and other business events
- Access to CIMA's in-market consultant for meeting facilitation and strategic business development support
- Participation in a pre-mission online market briefing led by CIMA's consultant
- Discounted ADE delegate registration through CIMA
- Travel assistance through CanExport funding
ASSISTANCE: Through CanExport funding, Canadian delegates selected for CIMA’s Business Mission will receive a 50% travel-related support (economy air, ground transportation) and accommodation, per diem & registration expenses for up to 7 applicants.
Interested in attending this event? Let us know by filling out the form below! Note that this not guaranteed participation.
The deadline to complete this form is July 24, 2026.
October 21-25, 2026
Deadline: July 24, 2026
This October, CIMA will be organizing a business mission for up to seven companies to the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Celebrating its 30th edition in 2026, ADE is one of the world’s leading electronic music conferences and festivals, bringing together artists, labels, publishers, agents, tech companies, and music professionals from across the globe. CIMA will work alongside an in-market specialists to run curated Canadian activities including tailored B2B meetings, networking receptions, a market overview, and other targeted opportunities.
ADE's five-day multidisciplinary program features more than 1,200 events across nearly 300 venues throughout Amsterdam. In 2025, the event welcomed a record-breaking 600,000+ attendees. The ADE Conference offers an extensive professional program of panels, workshops, keynotes, networking events, and educational sessions. Organized by the Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the global electronic music industry, ADE serves as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and international business development.
This mission is an excellent opportunity for Canadian companies looking to expand their presence in the global electronic music market by building international partnerships, gaining valuable market intelligence, and exploring new export opportunities. This mission is targeted towards labels, artist managers, and artist-entrepreneurs seeking to strengthen their connections throughout Europe and the international electronic music community.
Please note that there will be a fee to participate in this event. CIMA members will receive a significantly reduced participation rate. More details will be sent separately in company offers.
Company participation includes:
- A curated Canadian business program, including B2B meetings, networking receptions, potential panel opportunities, and other business events
- Access to CIMA's in-market consultant for meeting facilitation and strategic business development support
- Participation in a pre-mission online market briefing led by CIMA's consultant
- Discounted ADE delegate registration through CIMA
- Travel assistance through CanExport funding
ASSISTANCE: Through CanExport funding, Canadian delegates selected for CIMA’s Business Mission will receive a 50% travel-related support (economy air, ground transportation) and accommodation, per diem & registration expenses for up to 7 applicants.
Interested in attending this event? Let us know by filling out the form below! Note that this not guaranteed participation.
The deadline to complete this form is July 24, 2026.