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Sing Strong. Stand Together. Shape Tomorrow.
Podium, Canada’s national bilingual choral Conference and Festival, is the premier gathering place for the country’s choral and group singing arts sector and community. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Federation, this multi-day celebration from May 14-17, 2026 will take place at the University of Victoria, which is located on the unceded territory of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and is the traditional gathering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples.
We will bring together hundreds of delegates and thousands of singers and audience members from across the country and beyond who are passionate about group singing.
Inspired by a vision of innovation and inclusivity, PODIUM 2026 aims to ignite meaningful dialogue within the global choral community. Through offerings both on-site and online, we will showcase new music, bold ideas, and exciting opportunities for collective singing, through participatory workshops, massed singing events, and a powerful afternoon opening ceremony and concert that will joyfully kick off the conference and festival.
Register for the Conference:
Attend in-person at the University of Victoria, or online through our virtual conference.
Buy your 2026 FESTIVAL PASS today!
Save 20% and enjoy access to all eight festival concerts with a PODIUM 2026 Festival Pass. Individual concert tickets are also available for purchase.
Learn More
About Podium
Conference and Performance Schedule
2026 Singing Groups
Choirburst: FREE 2-day Choral Marathon
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